Phyllis Hastings
West Ocean City

Phyllis Ann Hastings, age 90, quietly passed away in her sleep on October 28, 2026 at her home in West Ocean City.

She was affectionately called Pam by family and friends. Pam was born on  May 2, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York. She was the daughter of the late Henry May and Florence (Sullivan) May of Baldwin, New York.

Pam was a graduate of Bethany College in West Virginia where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Liberal Arts. She became a school teacher in Howard County, Maryland, before moving to Ocean City with her late husband Donald Hastings. They were owners of the Donald’s Duck Shoppe at the Gold Coast Mall in Ocean City and Shanytown in West Ocean City and Bethany Beach.

One of the things that truly defined her was her deep love and compassion for animals, especially cats and dogs. She devoted countless hours volunteering with the Worcester County Humane Society, where she helped care for and provide comfort to countless animals. She believed that every animal deserved kindness, love and a chance at a better life. Her compassion extended beyond her family and friends to those that had no voice of their own. The love she gave to so many animals was a reflection of the kindness and generosity that lived in her heart. Pam leaves behind a legacy of caring that will not be forgotten.

Pam is survived by her children, Ami Lynn Hastings and her wife Emily Cofiell of Whaleville, Gary Stephen Hastings of Oahu, Hawaii, Melinda June Lupiwok and husband Michael Lupiwok Jr. of Berlin, and her grandchildren Jennah May Lippe and husband Andrew Lippe of Portland, Oregon and Jessie Nadja Lupiwok of Berlin. Her sister Barbara Anoia of Port Jefferson and numerous nieces and grand nieces.

A Celebration of Life will be announced at a later time.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her honor to Kenille’s Kupboard Pet Pantry and Rescue in West Ocean City.