Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Donna and "Joey", may I express my deepest condolences, in the loss of your mother. I have so many years of fond memories of Phyllis. She sang in the same Young Adult choir as my mother. As a young girl, I loved to listen to her mellow 2nd soprano voice. I remember being so impressed, as I listened to her sing "Blowin' in the Wind". I've always admired her refined sense of style and grace.
As an adult, I'd grown to interact with Phyllis, within the scope of our Sister Circle, more like an older sistah. Although about the same age as her children, she always treated me with respect. She was the wise and mature "voice of reason" within our group. Because Phyllis enjoyed new experiences, she knew something about everything. Our circle often traveled together, tried new restaurants to celebrate birthdays, etc. Phyllis believed in tough love, but had a compassionate heart of gold. I will miss her laughter, optimistic view, supportive nature, and the warm big sister kind of embraces we shared, whenever greeting or departing each others company. Although there was no departing hug, our last phone conversation remains very vivid. That will just have to hold me, until we hook up again.
Blessings and strength for your family, through this journey.
Thomas E. May, Founder 1946-2022