Phyllis Elfenbein Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information

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Newark, New Jersey

Phyllis Elfenbein, 84, a longtime Metuchen, N.J., resident, died on Dec. 3, 2013. She was producing director at Plays-in-the-Park, retiring in 1993 after 30 years. Her long life in the theater included performing off-Broadway and teaching. Predeceased by husband of 60 years, Johnny, she is...

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Mrs. Elfenbein would be smiling as she walked towards her students gathered in front of the stage in our school auditorium. She inspired us, her students to develop our artistic talents and to have an appreciation for the arts. For some reason out of nowhere she cane to my mind this morning. She was an inspiration to all of us. It is an honor to have been a student in her drama classes. Our family will keep her in our prayers.

Patricia Coleman

December 04, 2019 | Hackettstown, NJ

Phyllis is missed every day by her friend Fran and her daughter. What would she say about Hamilton? About Simone and today's 36th birthday of her beloved granddaughter? About Calder and baby James?

Phyllis Elfenbein

February 04, 2019 | Anna Maria, FL