Phyllis Sucher

Phyllis Sucher

Phyllis Sucher Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 16, 2007.
OBITUARY PHYLLIS SUCHER 79, of Bay Harbor Islands, FL passed away on May 14, 2007 from Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Born in Montreal, she was predeceased in death by her beloved husband of 25 years, William Sucher, in 1976. Widowed at a young age, she lived her life for her six children raising them with the utmost devotion. She spent every summer in Ste. Agathe, Quebec, where she enjoyed the company of family and friends. Survivors include her children, Anna, Michael (Nathalie), Rhonda (Louis), Brian (Caroline), Cindy, Howard (Sherrie); 14 grandchildren William, Amy, Laila, Barbara, Jamie, Morgan, Haley, Julian, Jordana, Joshua, Jessica, Jared, Alicia, and Emily; sisters Queenie Climan, Harriet Etcovitch, Gladys Weigensberg; sister-in-law Jennie Farley; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Phyllis will be remembered for her love of family and belief that even in death, the bonds of love endure. And, although we can no longer see her, we know that a mother like ours is more than a memory. She will always be a living presence in our lives forever present in our laughter, our tears, our happiness and our sorrows. Funeral proceedings will be held at 1:45 p.m. at Lakeside Memorial Park on May 17. The family is grateful to the entire staff of the Mount Sinai Comprehensive Cancer Center for their dedication and compassionate care with a special thanks to Dr. Arnold Blaustein. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Cancer Lifeline of Mount Sinai Medical Center Foundation, memory of Phyllis Sucher, 4300 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL 33140, Funeral services 1:45 p.m. Thursday at Lakeside Memorial Park (Heroes Chapel) Miami, Fl . Eternal Light Funeral Directors NMB (305) 948-9900

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Raquel Gandola

December 6, 2007

Dear Nanna:It's a SPECIAL DAY we are celebrating HANUKAK I was talking with Rhonda because I prepared the memory book for HALEY and I found the good times with you and with her. Nanna YOU ARE LIVING IN OUR HEARTS.....THANKS FOR LOVE. Raquel

RAQUEL GANDOLA

October 12, 2007

DEAR NANNA: I missed so much. I am finishing my CHILD PSYCHOLOGY course and remembered your help with my high school......Thank you Nanna you are living in the deepest of my heart......LOVE YA RAQUEL

Cara Kaminsky

September 30, 2007

Hi Nanny,
I still don't want to believe you're gone. I want to call you and tell you about junior year and Italy. It's so hard.
You already know I think about you every single day. Thank you for watching over us...we really need you. We all miss you so much. Love you.

Barbara and Burt Epstein

June 12, 2007

Dear Anna, Michael, Rhonda, Brian,Cindy, and Howie.
Today is your mother's birthday, and 30 years ago, we were fortunate to have her with us in Portland, Maine to celebrate her birthday. She came to our son David's Bar Mitzvah, and we had a celebration during brunch at our home that Sunday. She was so surprised. Her infectious smile radiated around us all.
The Montreal contingent were all here at the time. Accepting her death is still difficult; she was such a vibrant person. We want you to know we are thinking of each of you today as we remember happier times.
Barbara and Burt Epstein,
Portland, Maine

Barbara Etcovitch

June 12, 2007

For my cousins on the loss of their Mom.

No one can put into words the grief felt over the loss of a parent. It does however help to understand that when one leaves this life it is to take a very important place on the other side and rejoin the spirits that have gone before us. We will all make this journey at some time, and over and over we will all meet again.

With love,
Cousin Barbara Etcovitch

Melanie and Alissa Fefergrad

June 11, 2007

To the Sucher Family and our grandma
our thoughts are with you. Auntie Phyllis will be greatly missed. We are filled with wonderful memories of an amazing woman.
Love Mel and Alissa

Cara Kaminsky

June 7, 2007

Hi Nanny,
I started my internship today in LA. I know you were watching me when I had to act all professional. It was a very long day and I am helping with the 2008 China Olympics. I know your so proud.

How's Grandpa? I'm sure your soooo in love.

It's still very hard for me to accept all of this. I try not to believe it's true. I miss you so much. Endless kisses. I love you Nanny.

Linda Geiger

May 29, 2007

Rhonda,Louis, Barbara,Jamie,Morgan and Haley You are in our thoughts and prays. Phyllis will be greatly misses by all. Love Aunt Linda and Uncle Bob

Mary Friedman

May 28, 2007

Rhonda & Louis,
We are all so very sorry to hear about your mother. She was a lovely and gracious women and it was a delight to be in her company when we saw her at your home. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the girls and the Sucher Family during this diffcult time.

Love,
Alan, Mary, Evan & Ben

Kim Murray

May 20, 2007

Dear Rhonda & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mom was truely a joy to be around. After first meeting Phyllis just a short 13 years ago I instantly knew that Phyllis was sweet, caring and loving, not only as a person but as a Mother and Grandmother. I have many memories of your Mom and I can say she was always happy with the brightest smile to light up the room. Our thoughts go out to all of you at this time of sorrow and know that we are thinking of you and your family.

With deepest sympathy,
Love Always,
Kim Murray
& The Kids

Laura Elgavisch

May 18, 2007

Phyllis was a kind and loving person who always emphasized the importance of spending quality time with family. She cherished her time traveling to Virginia, Las Vegas, Canada and Florida to visit her children and her grandchildren. I admired her strength, courage, loyality and kindness. She was a generous and special woman who will be missed by many people. May her memory be blessed.
Fondly,
Laura and Tsahi Elgavisch

Joel Budovitch

May 18, 2007

Brian, Michael, Anna, Rhonda, Cindy and Howard,
I am so very sorry and saddened to hear of your loss. You were all blessed to have such an amazing mother. She was one of the nicest and kindest ladies I have ever met and so unbelievably devoted to her family.
The first time I ever met her (as a new friend of Brian's), she immediately treated me as if she knew me for years. I will never forget this wonderful and generous lady.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May you have no more sorrow.

Barbara Cara Kaminsky

May 17, 2007

Dear Nanny,
Your funeral service today was beautiful. You brought many tears of sadness but also smiles of joy. I know you would want us to remember the good times we shared in life.

Like I said in my speech...you have given me the best gift. And that is to follow in your footsteps. To become a better person...to strive to be like you. You have taught me to try to do a daily mitzvah (or act of kindness) just to brighten someone’s day.

I know you are so happy that you are with Grandpa now. Grandpa has missed you for so long, it’s been 31 years. I feel so lucky because I got the chance to spend 20 years with you, but it’s so hard to let you go.

You made the best of your life. So many people love you and will miss you and think of you forever because you were such a wonderful person. Your legacy will continue, I promise. When I say “you’ll be in my heart forever” I really mean it…I will cherish my locket forever.

I can't wait to visit you and Grandpa again. I miss you and LOVE you so much. XOXOXO

P.S.- You are the sunshine of my life.

The Bloch's

May 17, 2007

Dear Sucher Family-
We are so sad to hear about Aunt Phyllis. We are so fortunate we were able to visit with her a couple of weeks ago in Florida, it meant alot to us. She was a beautiful,generous and sharp lady. My grandma Ruth spoke so highly of her all the time and thought the world of her. She will never be forgotten.

Luv Your Cousins from Boston,
Stephanie(Wayne),Matt,Riley and Jonah Bloch

David Minionis

May 17, 2007

I am extremely saddened to hear about Nana’s death. My sympathy goes out to all of the family members (sisters, children, and grandchildren). She was one of the most beautiful individuals that I have ever met (both inside and out). She was so filled with love…such an incredibly kind and caring person. We will all miss her contagious laughter, her wise and sound advice, her wonderfully tasting and colorful salads, her friendliness and respect for all, and her warm and generous soul.

Although she is physically gone, she will always be with us, in our hearts and thoughts. All we need to do is look at her beautiful children and grandchildren to see and feel the impact of her presence: Anna’s love for animals, Michael’s determination and drive, Rhonda’s wisdom and level-headedness, Brian’s sense of humor and openness, Cindy’s strength and generosity, and Howard’s playfulness and passion for life. Anyone who met her was touched by her kind heart, positive personality, and sensible guidance. It has been an honor and privilege to have known and loved her.

Beth Wagner

May 17, 2007

Dear Cindy:
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bunny (Post) Schreiber

May 17, 2007

To Gladys, Queenie and the entire Sucher family - extending deep and heartfelt sympathy to you and your entire family.

Raquel Gandola

May 17, 2007

My prayer and loving condolence for all the family..Nana, you were a blessing in my life, you are living deepest in my heart.

Marianna Gordon

May 16, 2007

Dear Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your mom. She was such a warm and giving person and so dedicated to her children and grandchildren. She was a special lady. It is a great priviledge to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Priscilla Braverman

May 16, 2007

Dearest Cousins,
Our hearts are saddend tonight upon hearing of the loss of your beautiful Mother, Phyllis. She will always be remembered for her love of life and family. Our heartfelt sympathies are with all of you at this difficult time.
With much love,
Cousins Priscilla and Steve

Robert Hausman

May 16, 2007

To the entire Sucher family, I am deeply saddened at your loss. My sympathies goe out to all.

Lori Kravchick

May 16, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time - Mrs. Sucher was a wonderful presence in all of our lives and we looked forward to seeing her here in VA when she visited Cindy! We will miss her and are forever grateful to have known her.

Denise Popliger

May 16, 2007

We are saddened to hear of the sudden loss of a great woman. Her zest for life and care for others will by missed.
May the family be comforted in knowing that we are thinking of them at this time.
Denise and Sheldon Popliger
and family

Sara Block

May 16, 2007

Our heartfelt sympathy to all of your wonderful family. Chuck and I felt privalaged to have known your mom and grandma - enjoy all the wonderful memories of good times and love and warmth! We wish you strength at this time. Love, Cousins Chuck and Sara Block

linda zilber

May 16, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your Mom's death. I remember both of your parents as special and kind people.

Marilyn Kranich

May 16, 2007

Our deepest condolences to your family on the loss of your Mother. We all know that life is not forever, but it doesn't make it any easier to sustain a loss. May G-d watch over you all.
Marilyn and Brett Kranich

Denise Arnold

May 16, 2007

Dear Cindy,
I remember your mother as a vibrant woman who had a zest for life and for her family. In addition, she was a great conversationalist with impeccable style. Both Bruce & I are sorry we cannot attend your mother's funeral. Please know that I think of you often despite the fact that I have not recently been in contact with you. Please stay strong.

Dani Bregman

May 16, 2007

Last night at dinner we sat down and talked about Phyllis and all the wonderful ways she affected our lives. I know that she will live on in our memories. Phyllis was truelly the most genuine woman I have ever known. She was always warm and loving. May her memory be a blessing.
Love,
Dani, Phil, Breanna, Emily and Charlotte.

Guadalupe Grau

May 16, 2007

My prayers for all the family. The memories of a great caring lady will be with me forever, I was her daughters housekeeper and she was always sharing something new for me, from cooking recipes to family memories, she was the kind of person that managed to treat people with respect from all different levels.

Marilyn Kranich

May 16, 2007

The losses of our Dear Ones have become so much more prevelant as we,too,are so vunerable. Rhonda, Louis and Family, please accept our deepest condolences on that of your Mom. Marilyn and Brett Kranich

Margo Green

May 16, 2007

Phyliss brought such joy to her family and she always had a smile on her face when we met 30 years ago. Her children were her life and she will be missed.

Lisa Leibow

May 16, 2007

Dear Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's death. I always admired how she spent her year 'rotating' among her children's homes. I know how much her time and love meant to you. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

sam kaminsky

May 16, 2007

Our prayers and loving condololence to all of the family of a wonderful caring and always upbeat Phyllis Sucher from Sam and Phyllis Kaminsky

May 16, 2007

May 16, 2007

Ron Sloan (Slutsky)

May 16, 2007

Dear Queenie, I have fond memories of Phyllis from my days living on Miami Beach. My mother Lala, enjoyed being her interior designer over several years and she cherished her relationship with Phyllis everyday. I'm so sorry to hear of her loss.

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