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Phyllis Ruth Geye Wooster

1941 - 2013

Phyllis Ruth Geye Wooster obituary, 1941-2013

BORN

1941

DIED

2013

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Basham Funeral Care - Bakersfield

3312 Niles St.

Bakersfield, California

Phyllis Wooster Obituary

Phyllis Ruth (Geye) Wooster October 10, 1941 - October 29, 2013 Visitation for Phyllis Wooster will be held at Basham Funeral Care (3312 Niles Street) on Thursday, November 14, 2013 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. Graveside services will be held at Greenlawn Cemetery (3700 River Blvd.) on Friday, November 15, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. Phyllis loved shopping, playing cards and bunco...and did I mention shopping! She also loved Hawaii, playing the slot machines in Las Vegas, watching TV game shows and sitcoms and cherished her vast Coca Cola Collection. Phyllis worked at Sinaloas, Casa Manana, and Casa Munoz restaurants. The Munoz family was like a part of her family. She was a Scout leader, a school volunteer and all the children called her Grandma. Phyllis also worked as a volunteer for the Kern County Sheriff's Department as well as working on their Rodeo Committee. She is survived by her six children, Vicki (Dave) Fesler, Roy Wooster, Wendy (Ross) Cooper, Scot (Tammy) Wooster, James Wooster, and Jeff (Lorrie) Wooster; her sister, Pat Deeter; and her brother, Larry (Karen) Geye. She is also survived by "The Joys of her Life" her 12 grandchildren, Shana, Mindy, Kara, Bailey, Scot Jr., Bryan, Houston, Dillon, Brock, Blake, Tracie, and Daniel; and her great grandchildren, Janeli and Kaylie. Phyllis is preceded in death by her mother, Nola Mae Geye; her father, Lawrence Geye; her husband, Jim Wooster; son, Arthur Lee Mills; and her special friend, Walter Blaylock. A special thank you to Scot and Tammy and all of her caregivers. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to the MS Society, 14 West Valerio Street Santa Barbara, CA 93101. For additional information, please contact Basham Funeral Care at 873-8200. Basham Funeral Care www.bakersfield.com/obits

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Published by Bakersfield Californian on Nov. 10, 2013.

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Shryl Pugh

November 4, 2020

I can truly say that she was a dear friend and co-worker. No one I ever knew applied the work ethic like she did. She was kind to a fault and as faithful and loyal and anyone could ask for. I hope she is enjoying her life now in Heaven for I cannot think of anyone more deserving.
Shryl Pugh-Pizza Plus Bookkeeper

Patrice Shinault

November 17, 2013

Vicki, my heart goes out to you in the loss of your mom. It was always nice to visit with her as we rolled the dice. May your heart be comforted with good memories. Hugs, Patrice.

Nada Yorke

November 14, 2013

Phyllis was so sweet and kind to us and I am saddened by her passing...Vicki, Dave and Houston, I am so sorry for you loss of Phyllis...I know this leaves a void. Praying for your comfort and peace during this time of mourning..

Karen Cherno

November 13, 2013

Scot and Tammy, I am So sorry for your loss..It was a pleasure to know Phyliss..My prayers are with you and your family

tami wooster

November 12, 2013

Even though I was a ex-daughter in-law Phyllis still treated me like a daughter, she could always put a smile on your face, she will be deeply missed love you Phyllis you will always be in my heart ! love tami

Sharon & Jess Hakes

November 12, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing. She was such a thoughtful person. She held a special place in our family. May your memories comfort you during the days and weeks to come.

Frank Williams

November 11, 2013

Phyllis was always someone that made my day brighter every time I saw her. She was my friend for 50 years and I will always miss her.

Bobbi White

November 10, 2013

Vicki and the entire family - your mother was a very special person. She knew how to light up a room and her heart was huge. May your special memories of her bring you peace and healing. Jim and Bobbi White

November 10, 2013

To the family of Phyllis,

I met your mother while she was the manager for the Pizza Plus restaurant. I really loved working with her. Sorry that we cannot be there, but want you to know that we will pray for all of you during this time of loss.
Jim and Shryl Pugh
Big Sandy, Texas

November 10, 2013

Dear Vicki & Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers since the passing of your mother, blessing to all of you. Rhonda Reid
MS Sharing & Caring Support group

Herbert McCoy

November 10, 2013

Vicki and family, I am sorry to hear that your mother passed away.
I was a classmate of your father at EBHS. I met your mother in the Los Angeles area as we were having dinner. I will be praying for your comfort from God at this time in your lives.

Chet & Gail Robison

November 10, 2013

Vicki, you have our sincere & deepest sympathy during your time of loss. May your heart be filled with all the wonderful memories you have shared. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

November 10, 2013

Dear Vicki and family, I am sorry for yor loss. MS is a disease that we will continue to fight. My blessings to you all.
Linda Kipe
MS Sharing and Caring support group

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