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Phyllis Roa

Joliet, Illinois

1928 - 2019

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Phyllis Emily Roa (nee Gaffney) Phyllis Emily Roa (nee Gaffney) - Passed on April 19, 2019 surrounded by loving family at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home after a brief illness. Age 90. Born on October 11, 1928, in Normal, Illinois, Phyllis had lived in Joliet since 1941. She married Jesse S....

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Susan & family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Know that Mom is in a better place and will watch over all of you. We will keep you and all of your family in our prayers.
Cousin Judy & Dan Bura

I only met Phyllis a few times; mostly at funerals. The last time was at my brother louis' funeral in 2005. Many relatives and friends say We have to get together sometime but hardly ever do it because of distances apart and commitments to individual families. In 1954 when my wife and I married we left Joliet for Chicago. I hope to meet some of my second and third cousins at the wake; most of them I do not know I had.
Jesse and I do keep in touch through the internet and e mails. Jesse and...

We are deeply sorry for all your loss. We will continue to pray for the whole family.
A.J. Dralle Family

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Phyllis in the late 80's at B. Dalton. She was such a sweet, classy lady. My condolences to your family.

My deepest condolences to the family. Please know that God knows your pain and will comfort you during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17.

Many of my childhood memories include Mrs Roa. The world has lost a little of its color but with her memories in my heart it will shine