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Phyllis DeCinces Obituary
June 5th, 1924 - May 17th, 2011
Phyllis Vernon DeCinces passed away with dignity on May 17th, 2011, surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Born on June 5th, 1924 in Cleveland, Ohio to Katharine Ross Little and Vinton B. Vernon; the family, along with her brother Dean, moved to Los Angeles in the late twenties. She met the love of her life, Camillus Theodore DeCinces, while attending North Hollywood High School. They married on September 17th, 1946 in Reno, Nevada, settling in the house they built in Northridge. With her loving support, 'Ted' built a construction business that would grow into a multi-state construction corporation. Along with her children Cheryl and Douglas, she was a source of love and support for a very large family and circle of friends. A strong woman with a huge heart, Phyllis dedicated her life to helping those less fortunate. She served on the board of the Hilltoppers Auxiliary Assistance League of Southern California, the March of Dimes, and The Childrens Spastic League. Her charity work garnered many acknowledgements including The Presidents Call to Service Award in 2007 bestowed to her by George W. Bush.
Phyllis also enjoyed being a Girl Scout leader, PTA President and the best baseball fan a son could wish for. While her life was lived to the fullest, her top priority was always family. She is survived by her son Douglas and daughter Cheryl; her four grandchildren Justin Yungfleisch, Tim DeCinces, Amy (TJ) DeCinces Williams and Katharine Carter; and her 5 great grandchildren who'll always remember her huge smile, warm embrace and wise words. She was predeceased by her husband of 62 years and grandson Chad DeCinces.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in her honor to Hilltoppers Auxiliary Assistance League, 1370 North St, Andrews Place, Los Angeles, CA, 90028, or in honor of Phyllis' great grandson Beckett Williams, please send to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Southern California Chapter, 2150 Towne Center Place, Ste 120, Anaheim, CA, 92806.
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Olivia Hernandez and family
May 29, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Mary Collins
May 24, 2011
iss her. She will be remembered always as a wonderfully kind, caring and giving lady. Our hearts and prayers are with Cheryl, Doug and the entire family.
Jon Hirsch and Mary DeCinces Collins
Denny Snyder
May 23, 2011
Cheryl and Doug,
So sorry to hear of you loss again. My dad passed May 22, 2010 at 93 and mom is 94 in frail condition. Remembering our parents when we were all in high school together at Monroe..soooo strong. They even love me regardless of the crap I gave them. I guess it is a fact that we all get called home! But..that does not make it any easier. Memories! Memories! They are precious! Love d+++
Brent & Evelyn Potter
May 22, 2011
Sad day for all who knew her. Will be missed by many.
May 21, 2011
We will miss this very special lady. She always thought of us a family and like wise she was a big part of ours. Our love and prayers to the family.
Tim & Sharon Ayres
Cindy & Scott Denny
May 21, 2011
Phyllis was a very special lady. She will always be remembered by her Texas friends. My heart goes out to the family.
May 21, 2011
Remembering Phyllis with much love. Glad that we got to talk to each other on the day of the Royal Wedding. Peace. Katy xxx
Beverly Smith
May 21, 2011
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
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