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Phyllis Huff Obituary
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PHYLLIS HUFF 55 of Fayetteville, Georgia died March 6, 2005. She retired after 31 years of service from the Clayton County School System as a school teacher for the gifted program. She is survived by her husband, Malcolm Huff of Fayetteville; sons, Eric Huff of Atlanta; and Andrew Huff of Fayetteville; her mother, Allene Todd of Lexington, GA; sister, Charlene & Ed Barnes of Lexington, GA; and nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Fayetteville First United Methodist Church with Rev. Tom Pilgrim officiating. The body will lie in state at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Cancer Society, 135 Bradford Square, Suite B, Fayetteville, Georgia 30215. Carl J. Mowell & Son Fayetteville.
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Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Huff
Karan Angel
March 4, 2024
After all these years, today I am remembering Phyllis Huff. Great memories, good times, many laughs, and I still have the bird house she gave me years ago. Fond remembrances and blessings on this day to the family.
Henrietta Smith
March 12, 2005
Malcolm, Eric and Andrew I am truly sorry to hear of your wife and mother's passing. Just remember: A life well-lived doesn't end any more than music ends - it echoes through time with whispers of beauty and grace and if we listen, we can hear the encore with our hearts - for the song plays on just as the 'love' lives on. God Bless You and Your Entire Family.
Stephen Watz
March 10, 2005
Malcolm, so sorry to hear of your loss. She is truly in good hands, and now watches over you and your family. The Watz family will remember Phyllis in our prayers.
Evelyn Hines
March 10, 2005
To the Huff Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this sad time.
Nan Halenza Pinner
March 9, 2005
To the Huff Family,
Please accept my sincerest condolences and greatest sympathies on your loss...Mrs. Huff, as I knew her, left an amazing mark on my life. She was my SCORE teacher from 1977 to 1982, and upon my 'graduation' from E.W. Oliver Elementary School at 12 years of age, she presented me with a stone that she had had painted, ever so delicately, with a duckling on it. This duckling, as she told me, in some way, represented to her who I was as a child. This stone still sits on my desk today...as a reminder of those people who enter your life for such a short time, but yet leave an indelible mark. I am grateful to have known her...as she taught me to treat people with kindness and to help others become what they are capable of being. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Steve & Allison Porter
March 9, 2005
To the Huff family,
We are truly sorry for the loss of your wife and the children's mother.Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. If there is anything we can do please call on us. We are really sorry not to have been there for you. We are just finding out today and are truly so sorry. Steve & Allison Porter and family
Annette Eger
March 9, 2005
Phyllis and I began teaching gifted education in Clayton Co. about the same time. What impressed me about Phyllis was her creative approach to teaching and her friendly outgoing approach to life. I've been gone from Clayton Co. for along time but still kept in touch with Phyllis at various state gifted ed. functions. Last year before she got sick we were at Jekyll Island together and took a lovely long walk on the beach together. It is memories like walking the beach that I know her family will hold dear to their hearts.
Andrew Snell / Tre Daniels / Mohamed Dean
March 9, 2005
Dear family,
When it comes to a teacher who was determined to make the best out of teaching her gifted students, there was no one better than Mrs. Huff. We had her for a teacher in elementary school at River's Edge in Clayton County; now we are in the 7th grade. Even though we felt we were kind of slow at learning, or just little "pains in the bottom" sometimes, she never gave up on us. She taught us that being gifted meant more than just being smart; it means being creative in your own unique way. We knew her fate would come someday, but not so soon. We will miss her, but we know we will see her again in the future.
Love, Andrew, Tre, and Mohamed
Maria Newman
March 9, 2005
Phyllis' quiet patience, intelligence, dedication to teaching, and warmth will be greatly missed. I enjoyed having her as a colleague and friend these past 19 years.
Libby Torbush
March 9, 2005
Dear Malcolm, Eric and Andrew,
For the past quarter of a century I have had the priviledge of being a colleague of your dear mother.As SCORE teachers, I admired the expertise and enthusiasm she radiated as she coached her OM teams to state championships and beyond. Her sense of humor and creative problem solving were evident in everything she did, brightening her classroom and the world beyond. She was ever innovative, using the GLOBE program and other cutting edge technologies to make learning relevant for her students. I treasure the memories I have of her. May God bless you, comfort you and sustain you as you adjust to life on earth without her. Remember that this separation is only temporary, and when you see her again in heaven, she will be more perfect than ever.
Love and prayers, Libby
Nora Jean Chitwood
March 9, 2005
Malcom, Andrew, Eric. I only knew your Mom, Through Miranda, the times I did get to visit with her I knew she was a very special person and I will always remenber the day she brought the puppy (bulldog) to Charlene's and I was there with my grandchildren . My sympathy and prayers are with you at this time.
Nora Jean Chitwood
Annette Wise
March 9, 2005
Phyllis was a pleasure to always be around. Her positive attitude and love for her family was so obvious. Our family was blessed to know her and the Huff family. Our daughter,Rebecca, and Andrew were kept by the same babysitter. Our prayers are with you!
Annette
Cindy Thompson
March 9, 2005
Dear Malcolm, Eric, and Andrew,
Phyllis is very dear to a multitude of people. Her love and her devotion to her friends, colleagues, and students is only one of the legacies that she has blessed us all with. Our little "family" here in the Central Office of Karan, Miriam, Linda, Laurie and Phyllis will continue to celebrate having her as part of our lives.
Marcia Ward
March 8, 2005
Dear Malcom, Eric,and Andrew,
May the love that you have shared with your wife and mother sustain you now. We all will miss her. You are in my prayers.
Mike Gresham
March 8, 2005
Jane and I were so sorry to hear of Phyllis's passing and we send our deepest sympathy. She was a wonderful person, so full of life and giving to others. She will be greatly missed.
Cecil & Emily Johnson
March 8, 2005
Malcohm,Eric and Andrew
Remembering you with our love and prayers during this difficult time.Phyllis and our daughter Linda Andrews, were friends and co-workers in gifted education.
May God Bless and Keep you in His care.
Lori (Heath) Troglen
March 8, 2005
I wanted to wish all the love and strength Mrs. Huff's family will need during this time. She taught me when I was in 6th grade at E.W.Oliver.. I was 12 years old, 23 years ago! I was actually thinking about that class the other day and some of the wonderful activities and experiences Ms. Huff provided for us. My sympathies to her family.. Lori
April Burkett
March 8, 2005
When Paul, Drew, Chris & I moved in across the street from the Huffs, Phyllis & Malcolm warmly welcomed us into the neighborhood. Through the years, Phyllis and I would talk flowers - what we were planning to plant, what we'd had success with and what we hadn't. We had one major difference: I never wear gloves to plant because they get in my way and I like to play in the dirt, and she would always wear gloves, she said she couldn't stand to get her hands dirty! I always smile when I remember that conversation. I'm so thankful to have known her. I will truly miss my "flower friend" and our family will keep Malcolm, Eric & Andrew in our prayers for God to give them strength, comfort & peace.
Janis Edmondson
March 8, 2005
To the Huff Family,
May the love of friends and family
be a source of comfort to you
at this time.
James Holmes
March 8, 2005
Phyllis taught me in a gifted course I took last year. Her dedication and devotion to Clayton County Education--both to teachers and to students, will be sorely missed. I really appreciate her work, and offer condolenses to her family.
Marie Hall
March 8, 2005
To the Huff Family,
Phyllis was my gifted endorsement class teacher. I was very touched by her passion for teaching the gifted. I was also touched by her sincere joy of teaching as well as her caring and supportive attitude toward us (her adult students). Phylis, I'm sure that you will be greatly miss.
Marie Hall(gifted endoresement class)
Karen Smith
March 8, 2005
Phyllis always impressed me with her energy and enthusiasm for the gifted learners of Clayton County. She was truly a professional in every sense of the word. I feel blessed to have known her.
Neldera Weathersbee
March 8, 2005
Phyllis was one of my instructors for In-Tech a few years ago as well as my gifted colleague. Two years ago she scheduled time to work with me and all gifted school coordinators to provide suppport, encouragement, and testing assistance.She was always kind and caring. My prayers and sympathy are extended to her family.
Lori Harrison-Miles
March 8, 2005
Ms. Huff was a powerful lady. I was one of her "challenging minds" from 1982-84 at E.W. Oliver. She was an excellent role model. She believed in my abilities even when I did not. The world of education is better having had her in their realm. She was truly a blessing.
Lori
Pat Castleberry
March 8, 2005
Dear Malcolm, Eric and Andrew,
Phyllis has always had a special place in my heart for several reasons. One because she was my mentor when I first started teaching in the Clayton County Gifted Program many years ago when she taught at Oliver Elem. She was so kind and helpful to me;letting me observe some of her teaching strategies, offering ideas for how to organize my day with the students, and letting me "bug" her when I had questions.
Another reason is that we were going through a common problem;trying to survive cancer and were even going to the same oncologist's office in Fayetteville. I was so glad I got to spend time with her and talk with her at one of our lasts office visits. Eric and Andrew - we always talked about you and my son and daughter since you are about the same ages and would catch up on everyone's latest accomplishments. She was very proud of both of you!
Phyllis was an outstanding person and will be missed. Please know that there will be many, many people whose lives she has touched, who will be keeping you in their thoughts and prayers, which will help you through this very difficult time in your lives.
Ronald Piper
March 8, 2005
Malcolm,
Elaine and I are sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
Bonnie Grizzard
March 8, 2005
Mrs. Huff was one of my instructors for the "gifted program" at NJC. As you go through this life there are those individuals that have an inner glow that you never forget. Phyllis was one of those special people that I will never forget... God Bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Danielle Kaiser
March 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Phyllis was so helpful to all of the high school gifted teachers. Seeing her bright and shiny face was wonderful these past couple of years. She had so much enthusiam and spirit.
P. W. Lewis
March 8, 2005
God have given us a memory so that we may have roses in December. May each of you find comfort in knowing that Phyllis is now safe in the arms of God.
Derick Beresford and Najee Tonge
March 8, 2005
To us, Mrs. Huff was one of the greatest teachers we've had. Although her class was challenging, we knew it was only to help us become more intelligent students. It was a great honor, for us to be taught by such a wonderful and magnificent teacher. She was truly an angel on earth and we were blessed to be graced with her presence.
Linda Brannon
March 8, 2005
Malcolm, Eric and Andrew,
Larry, Patrick, Paige and I want to express our deepest sympathy to you all. We loved Phyllis and I am so glad I got to visit with her a couple of weeks ago in the hospital. She smiled and we had a good few minutes together sharing some memories. Our Lord will be with you in the days to come and He will strengthen you. Hold onto His hands and He will give you peace. God Bless you all,
Linda
Diane McGouirk
March 8, 2005
There is a large hole left by Phyllis' death. I hope you find some happiness when you think about all the lives...students and other educators...she was able to iunfluence with her intelligence, kindness, and gentle spirit.
Miriam Barge
March 8, 2005
Dear Precious Family of Phyllis Huff,
I am a retired Media Specialist and I shared an office with Phyllis at the Admin. Complex in Jonesboro. The day that I met Phyllis three years ago she was a blessing to my life. Her sincerity, kindness, and genuine concern just radiated in her life. I wish I could have known her longer. There is no doubt where she is today. Phyllis's faith in God was daily expressed as she loved everyone she met. My prayers go with you, Malcolm, Eric, Andrew, and family, for I know she was your sunshine.
Miriam Barge
Heather Held
March 8, 2005
Phyllis was always with a ready smile and a hopeful word. She will always be with us. ~Heather
Demetri Sermons
March 8, 2005
The little time that I knew Mrs. Huff was grand. She touched my life in such a strong way. Clayton County has suffered a great loss. You are in my prayers.
Patt Whitlow
March 8, 2005
I will always remember the good times we had, all the stories we shared about our children and the woes of work. She loved hearing my stories of Brody, my grandson. She could never see enough pictures of him when we would visit. I'm going to miss her very much.
Yvette Christian
March 8, 2005
May God bless and keep the Huff family!
Karan Angel
March 8, 2005
We will miss Phyllis. Linda Andrews, Phyllis, and I were co-workers in the Gifted Education Program for Clayton County Public Schools. We worked in the Central Office along with Cindy Thompson and Miriam Barge. Linda, Phyllis, Cindy, Miriam, and I referred to ourselves as "our little family". We have fond memories of the times we shared together. Your family will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Audrey Fowler
March 8, 2005
I feel so fortunate to have had Phyllis as part of my professional life. Her guidance during the Gifted Endorsement class has been invaluable. I will miss her sweet smile and gentleness in the years to come. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family at this very difficult time.
Sincerely,
Anita Thomaston
March 8, 2005
Phyllis was one of the most amazing people I've ever met. Her truly positive attitude and calm demeanor were always inspirational to me. I have a fun memory from the days of Odyssey of the Mind. There was a Coach's Competition, and Phyllis's students had taken George Harrison's "I've Got My Mind Set on You" and changed the you to OM. She wore a large shirt with the top of it over her head so that the top of her head was the "neck" area. The "head" was a wig head with the face, etc. added. It was so hilarious! Phyllis was always willing to anything to help her students learn and grow. She often shared innovative teaching strategies or programs such as Mars City Alpha with us to help us reach our students.
Malcolm, Andrew, and Eric, you're in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve. Your wife and mother was truly an angel on this earth. She is already sorely missed.
Sincerely,
Anita L. Thomaston
fellow teacher of the gifted
Lorrie McNeill
March 8, 2005
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Phyllis was a wonderful educator and mentor to so many of her colleagues. She will be greatly missed.
Margaret Rezek
March 8, 2005
Malcolm, Eric, and Andrew,
Phyllis was a light in the life of each person she met. We will miss her sweet smile and kind nature. She was a great lady, friend, and educator. You are all in our thoughts.
Frank, Margaret, Andy, and Bethany Rezek
Linda Andrews
March 8, 2005
Our gifted education family suffered a great loss on Sunday when Phyllis passed away. Her entire life was spent doing and caring for others, especially gifted children. While in the hospital last week and under the influence of demoral, her family said she was “teaching up a storm.” So Phyllis...
Our thoughts and prayers are with Malcolm, her devoted husband, and her two fine boys, Eric and Andrew.
Tammy Hyder-Williams
March 8, 2005
I only had the chance and honor to work with Phyllis for two years as a gifted teacher. She was a warm, caring individual who made a difference in many lives. My deepest sympathy to your family for her loss. We, in Clayton County Gifted Education, will miss Phyllis immensely.
Beth Greene
March 8, 2005
Malcolm, Eric, and Andrew,
I have had the honor and pleasure of working in gifted education with you precious mom for 17 years. I am so grateful for the time she was a part of my life and the laughter we shared. Her accomplishments in this life are many, and the dedication of her life's work to our gifted children will never be forgotten. How many lives she has touched through her passion for education! We will miss her so very much. May God fill your hearts and bring you comfort and peace. There are so many who will be praying for you as you endure her loss. Find comfort in the beautiful smile she always wore on her sweet face and know that this is not the end, rather a new beginning. You are surrounded by the love of those who loved her so dearly.
Beth Greene
Mundy's Mill Middle
James Albert Juanita Lee Paul
March 8, 2005
We were very sorry to learn of Phyllis's death. We know that the wonderful memories you have of her will help you through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of the family.
Edward Wodeshick
March 8, 2005
Malcom,Eric,Andrew, you are in Claudia's and my prayers; God Bless.
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