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Phyliss GARY Obituary
Phyliss was a native of Newport News, Va., born on Feb. 19, 1955. She was the third oldest of six born to the late Ellen Jackson Crump and Robert Jackson. Phyliss was employed at Northrop and Grumman for 31 years in the X33 Painters Department and was a dynamic Jazz and Gospel singer.
Wonderful and fond memories well be cherished by her loving husband of 28 years, Michael; son, Samuel Jackson; three sisters; and two brothers.
Viewing will begin at noon Thursday, Jan. 13, 2011, with visitation with family and friends from 6 to 7 p.m., at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel, 1601-27th street, Newport News. A celebration of life will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 14 2011, at First Baptist Church East End, 3000 Jefferson Avenue, Newport News, VA. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Family and friends are to assemble at the funeral home chapel by 10:20 a.m. Friday, for the procession to the church. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phyliss GARY
Patricia Whitaker
February 8, 2011
Sissy, I really miss you soo much, but just knowing that you are no longer suffering and that God makes no mistakes gives me comfort. Soon it will be time to say,"Happy Birthday" to you. Mousey, Mike, and family stay strong, and be encouraged.
Lil Sista,
faye walker
February 5, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Tyronda Womack
January 21, 2011
Mousey, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. My mother shared some fond memories of her and their school days; she was a very special person to many. Her love can never be replaced but rest assured that it never goes away and will never be forgotten. She will always be there watching over you.
Joyce DeBerry
January 19, 2011
Michael, we are sorry to hear of your wife's passing. Please believe that your family in Capron, VA are concerned and we are praying for you and your extended family. We recommend that during this time you will lean not to your own understanding, but acknowledge the God of your youth. Trust and believe that God is too wise to make a mistake, He is too kind to be unjust and too faithful to leave you alone. God loves you and so do we. Love from Aunt Bea and family.
Lois Orick
January 18, 2011
To Michael and Family: So sorry about your loss. Death is always hard no matter when it comes or how it comes. Do know that your family members are thinking of you at this difficult time and our thoughts are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you. This note comes from your Aunt Janie, and your cousins Larry, Mike, Walter, Raynard, Jeffrey, and me. Lean on God for strength and He will see you through. We love you.
CHARLENE COOKE
January 14, 2011
Good by to my friend and relative,(Phill) is what I called her. You will be sadly miss.
J. A. Miller
January 14, 2011
To The Gary & Jackson Family, I was so very saddened to hear of the passing of your dear Phyliss; she will be remembered as a fun-loving well loved young lady who always respected her elders (indicative of her home training) and love in our Newsome Park community. Family, be encourage and take care of her "Baby, Mousey". Let God abide, "Joy" will come in the morning. Mrs Jeanette Anthony Miller
Michelle Curney
January 14, 2011
The Curney, Randolph and McNair families express heartfelt condolences to the entire Gary family. Mousey,you know that as a child growing up, you were at my house so much that I thought I had three sons instead of two. I was there then and I'll still here to share the same love with you. "Weeping endures for a night but joy cometh in the morning". Please know that God will wipe away your tears and heal your heart. Be encouraged and know that your mom is now safe in the presence of God. We love you and we're here for you.
Dray, P'Nut, Kim and Mom #3
GARY HILL
January 14, 2011
FAM, in the face of adversity the true you shines like the SUN. The Essence of a Queen has gone to a place that will allow her the ability to give you LOVE in a way this world could never comprehend. Rest assured that without physical limitations, Your Queen will be there for you in every way possible. One Love to a Good Brother and Friend. Hotep.
Sincerely, Gary Hill and Family
Freddy Wells
January 14, 2011
Deepest heartfelt condolences to the Gary - Jackson Family Phyliss was truly an original her smile,beautiful voice and personality will allways stay in our hearts,my friend allways made me feel good whenever where ever,we'll see her again when the morning comes. Freddy & Charmin Wells & Family
Ms. Joyner
January 13, 2011
To The family of Phyliss A. Gary...Let's hold all the memories of Phyliss very close to your hearts.
Eddie Raiford
January 13, 2011
Phyliss was a warm spirited person who I had the honor to met over 11 years ago,even when our paths crossed,in other parts of the shipyard,she was always the energetic,bubbly person who would not let you leave her presence,with out getting a smile from you.Though this is a sad occasion,but also a joyous one,she will be missed,family know that she was one of a kind,may God Bless and comfort you in the loss of a dynamic person with a golden voice.
Tonya Simmons
January 13, 2011
To have known your wife,mother,sister,grandmother was a tremendous blessing to me.She was a true friend one that I could never forget.She loved life, and she loved her family.It will be hard but joy will come in the morning.Let the memories of her keep a smile on your face.This too shall pass. May God continue to bless you like he has always done He blessed you with Phyliss and blessed Phyliss with you.She is resting in peace no more pain.God Bless You
NU-NU RIDLEY
January 13, 2011
TO THE GARY FAMILY,
MOUSEY I WILL TRULY MISS MY AUNT PHYLISS, YOUR MOTHER WAS A BEAUTIFUL STRONG WOMAN.I'M GOING TO MISS LISTENING TO MY MOM AND AUNT PHYLISS GOING BACK AND FORTH ON THE PHONE TALKING JUNK:) TO ONE ANOTHER BUT MOST OF ALL THEIR TRUE FRIENDSHIP THEY SHARED FOR MANY MANY YEARS!! MOUSEY,WE MUST REMEMBER GOD DOESN'T MAKE MISTAKES.
LOVE,
NU-NU& TRINITY RIDLEY
Jean Taylor
January 13, 2011
May God Be With You.
April Hayes
January 13, 2011
May the Lord Bless You and Your Family.
With Love,
April Hayes/ Woodside Security
STEVEN/WARNETTE MORRIS
January 13, 2011
TO MOUSEY&THE GARY FAMILY, YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY,WORDS CAN NOT EXPLAIN THE LOSS OF A MOTHER....MAY GOD CONTINUE TO HAVE HER LIGHT SHINE THROUGH YOU...MAY SHE REST IN PEACE...
Shirley Bellamy
January 13, 2011
I greet in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. I worked with Phylliss at Northrop Grumman Newport News known as the shipyard. She was a very kind and sweet person and we will greatly miss her. To the family please stay strong and remember, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
JoAnne Jones
January 13, 2011
May God look over you & your Family in your time of sorrow, and that God will never leave you alone! JoAnne & Solomon Jones Jr.
Delilah Lassiter
January 13, 2011
We sadly will miss Phyllis, but we will always smile when we think of
Ms Gee and her sense of humor and kind heart. Mousey & family: We Pray for your Strength during this time. Tamara & Thalisa
Vidette Roberts
January 13, 2011
To Phyllis' Family, Phyllis and I go way back to elementary school. She was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you in this time of bereavement, but know that she is with the Lord now and in the Best of Hands. He has never left her nor forsook her. What a beautiful picture! Phyllis I love you and may you rest in peace.
Selina Taylor
January 13, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
GERRI COOPER
January 13, 2011
TO THE GARY FAMILY
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, I DID A LOT OF HER FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS IN HER LOVELY HOME. IT WAS A JOY TO KNOW HER .MAY SHE REST IN PEACE.
GERRI COOPER, FLOWERS BY GERRI
ANNTHONY OUTLAW
January 13, 2011
MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND MOUSEY KEEP YOUR HEAD UP BRAH
Dot & Jim Chevious
January 13, 2011
Sisters and Brothers are not always blood relatives, sometimes GOD allow you to adopt other people as family.We thank him for giving you and your family to us.We love you all.We will miss you SIS,but you are with MOM now.Michael ,Mousy ,Tommy and family we will keep you in our prayers.
Joyce Brown Jones
January 12, 2011
My prayers are with the family, during this difficult time.
Delilah Lassiter
January 12, 2011
Ms Gee: I have so many memories of you & Mousey...Good Memories! May God keep Mousey in His Loving Arms. The Lassiter Family...Thalisa, Tamara & Delilah.
Maureen Gore-Frazier
January 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family. Its been a long time since I've seen P.Low but she have always been close in heart.We go way back but we know Earth has no Pain Heaven Cant Heal so stay strong in the Lord and he will give us strength. May the peace of the Lord be with you all.
Ellen (Poochie) Germany (Bailey)
January 12, 2011
It's been along time since I have seen her. I send my blessing to the family. I hope that the Lord will comfort all of you.
Janice Harris
January 12, 2011
WE had good time together at Carver High singing in the talent show
January 12, 2011
Grandma Gee, you were such a wonderful Grandmother to Mekhi. We will always love you! May you rest in Peace. LaTessa "Tess" Saunders.
Pam Whitaker
January 12, 2011
God has called another Angel to take her place in heaven. Phyliss knew the true meaning of friendship. I was blessed to have crossed her path in this life. To Michael, Mousie, her sisters and brothers. My prayers are with you all. May the peace of Christ dwell within.
Pam Whitaker and Family
Denise Banks
January 12, 2011
Thomas, I am so very sorry to hear of your sister's passing. I am sure that she is in a better place now. I pray that you and your family will receive the strength from the Lord that will be required to weather this horrific storm. God Bless you and your family and may the Lord keep you and hold you in His arms until you are strong enough to carry on...Peace, Denise T. Banks
Henry Mitchell
January 12, 2011
So Sorry To Hear Of Your Loss.
I Was A Neighbor Of Your Family's At River Park Towers And Remember Miss G As A Kind And Friendly Person With A Warm Spirit.
Find Strength In GOD's Arms During This Time.
Thoughts And Prayers Surround You As Well.
Peace Be With You....
LaShara & Alexis Simmons
January 12, 2011
Mama Gee: Always a giver and never a receiver. May GOD continue to bless each and everyone of us that are dealing with her loss. This precious gem that GOD has called home will truly be missed. She is resting now, Rest my dearest Mama Gee, Rest. Love Always and Forever your baby girl(s)
phyllis ely
January 12, 2011
please accept my sincere sympathy, may god grant you peace, in this time of your bereavement.
January 12, 2011
Aunt Phyliss, Thanks for always being there giving me words of encouragement! I Love You and You will always be in my heart for ever!!! Ms. Tonaya Terecita Gary (Franklin, VA)
Jacqueline Slade
January 12, 2011
To Carolyn and family, God's peace be with you during this time of bereavement.
I have fond memories of singing with and in the shadows of one of the most beautiful voices at First Baptist Church East End(back in the day) when Phyliss and "Momma Crump" would share in songs that God given talent of singing. Stay prayerful and hold fast to your memories of your sister in your heart.
Joseph Gaffney Jr
January 12, 2011
Another of my Guardian Angels is now in heaven watching over us. Michael, Mousy and the rest of the family have my condolences. She will be missed.
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