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PHYLLIS WOLFE Obituary

WOLFE, Phyllis (Kaplan) Of Dedham, formerly of Newton and Needham and originally Brookline, January 17, 2017, just days short of her 90th birthday party. Phyllis ("Nana") was the beloved wife and companion of the late George Wolfe for almost 60 years. She was a devoted mother to Jessica Wolfe and her husband Tom Bloch, Andrew Wolfe, the late James Wolfe. So much of her joy in life came from her two granddaughters, Alison Wolfe Bloch and Margot Wolfe Bloch, whom she adored enthusiastically, following their lives and adventures closely. Loving sister to Anne Berson and the late Edward (Eddie) Kaplan. Phyllis graduated proudly from Smith College, raised her family, obtained her Master's degree and then went on to work as a highly regarded reading specialist at the Solomon Schechter Day School for over 14 happy years. During her years at Newbridge on the Charles, she volunteered well into her late 80's as a reading specialist at the Rashi School. Family was everything to Phyllis, and we were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from her during her 89 plus years. Among some of her more famous: always order dessert, good penmanship is everything, reading books can change your life, never turn down a free gift, always stand your ground, treasure your friends, and avoid spicy food at all costs. When it came time to write this, we had to include Nana's most renowned comment: "I never said that!" Services at the chapel at Sharon Memorial Park, 40 Dedham St., Sharon on Thursday, January 19th at 2PM. Memorial observances at the home of her daughter in Wellesley on Thursday evening (January 19th) from 6:30 to 9PM, and at Newbridge on the Charles in Dedham on Friday afternoon (January 20th) from 1 to 4PM. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy in Phyllis' memory may be donated to MSPCA-Angell Animal Medical Center, MSPCA-Angell Headquarters,(https://www.mspca.org/ ), 350 South Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02130. Brezniak-Rodman Funeral Directors brezniakrodman.com "Family Owned"

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Published by Boston Globe from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2017.

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Paul Epstein

February 28, 2017

I am sorry to hear of your loss. May all the happy memories of your mom be with you always.

Paul Epstein

Drew Meyer

January 19, 2017

I was saddened to learn of Phyllis' passing.As a friend of Jessica's growing up Phyllis (I called her Mrs. Wolfe)was one of my favorite adults. Phyllis was always warm,generous,interested and interesting.i remember her charm wisdom and good nature to this day.I was going to write a handwritten note to you Jessica until I read until I read of Phyllis' penchant for good penmanship . I knew I would not measure up. My condolences to you all.

Joan Figler

January 18, 2017

Phyllis had it all--bright, pretty, classy, lovely, caring, a wonderful lady. Condolences to the entire family. A tremendous loss!

January 18, 2017

Cousin Phyllis was an amazing woman. Our heartfelt condolences to the entire family. She will surely be missed.

Barbara & Buddy Marcus
Cary, NC

Audrey Wolfe

January 18, 2017

Aunty Phyllis was an awesome lady left a mark on my heart and taught me quite a few lessons about life. RIP aunty.

Keith Wolfe

January 17, 2017

My condolences to our family. I'll miss Aunt Phyllis. I always looked forward to seeing her, the cousins, and the granddaughters. May she rest in peace. Her memory will always be in my heart.

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Memorial Events
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Jan

19

Memorial Gathering

6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

at the home of her daughter

Wellesley , MA 02465

Jan

19

Graveside service

1:45 p.m.

Sharon Memorial Park

Dedham, MA 02465

Jan

20

Memorial Gathering

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Newbridge on the Charles

Dedham, MA 02465

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Brezniak Funeral Directors - Newton

1251 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465

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