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Lyla Graham Pober

1924 - 2016

BORN

1924

DIED

2016

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Hillside Memorial Park & Mortuary

6001 Centinela Ave

Los Angeles, California

Lyla Pober Obituary

September 30, 1924 - February 26, 2016 Lyla Graham Pober passed away peacefully at home on February 26th, 2016 at the age of 91. Lyla was a source of inspiration to others through her teaching and practice of Yoga and her positive outlook on life. She had a passion for acting which she pursued professionally under the name Lyla Graham in a career spanning over 75 years. One of her most cherished possessions was her memory books which were filled with photos of friends, family and her numerous travel adventures. She enjoyed spending time with her four grandchildren, Mara, Rachel, Valerie and Sarah. A good day for Lyla would begin with a swim in the pool, followed by a ride on a merry-go-round and end with a Lobster dinner. Lyla is remembered and loved by her devoted partner of over 40 years, Phillip Braverman and his children (Lynne and Michael), son Lloyd Pober and family, son Lionel Pober and family, brother Earl Goldman and sister-in-law Terri Goldman. She was predeceased by her husband Leon Pober, her parents, son Larry Pober and brother Steve Graham. Private services will be held at the Hillside Memorial Park in Los Angeles, California. If you wish to honor Lyla go for a swim, take a yoga class, share a meal, have an adventure or spend some time with family and friends.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Mar. 1, 2016.

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Michelle Mary

July 3, 2025

I am so very sorry for her family and friends. She was a wonderful actress and a very unique and special person. I have seen her episode of The Dick Van Dyke Show 3 times this week. It was called The Lady and The Tiger and The Lawyer. It is hilarious. Her performance was so very memorable. Many condolences to her family and friends. I just know that Lyla is a beautiful and loving angel in Heaven.

Fran Stein

February 25, 2019

Lyla was wonderful to my mother, Libbie. Libbie was married to Lyla' dad, Ben.

David B

May 13, 2016

I remembered for over 25 years the episode of Mama's Family where Mavis comes through the checkout and is overcharged 10 cents it was one of the funniest things I ever saw on TV. I want to see the comedy movie Lyla Graham last appeared in. The greatest generation of people are for the most part gone from this earth. I wish the loved ones of this woman the very best .Those of us born in the 1960s are truly going through some terrible times with all our loved ones and those who reminded us of our loved ones leaving this earth.

Kathleen Leeper

March 6, 2016

Love and prayers to you all. I remember Lyla as being very witty and full of wonderful stories. Hugs to you all!

Fran Stein

March 3, 2016

I only have wonderful memories of Lyla.
She made the effort to stay in touch and was always kind and helpfull with my mother.
She was unique and positive and did her own thing.
She was proud of her sons and grandchildren and a good partner to Phil.
I'm sending you all my condolences.
Love, Fran

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