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1925
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2017
Phyllis Stelbasky Obituary
Apr. 14, 1925 - Oct. 18, 2017
Renton, Washington
In Loving Memory
Phyllis Jane Stelbasky (Morton) was born in Chicago, IL April 14, 1925. She was called "Home" on October 18, 2017 in Renton,WA, and will be truly missed by her many friends and loving family. She was an adventurous woman and moved west with her family after the birth of her first son. While in California, a second son followed and a 63-year residence in the SF Bay Area prevailed. She became a single mother and a valuable part of the work force, assisting in numerous studies with Stauffer Chemical Company of Los Altos, CA. As her sons grew and became independent she met Roy Stelbasky, a wonderful man and they traveled the world while living life to the fullest. Phyllis had a great outlook on life and could light up any room with her positive loving attitude. Roy and Phyllis belonged to a Bridge Group for 40+ years and those 8 couples had lots of Fun-Times playing cards and had many a bus trip to the near-by casinos. Phyllis is survived by her sons, Ross Gilchrist, Rob and his wife Janet Gilchrist, granddaughters Erin and Coleen Gilchrist, her niece Sue and her husband Ben Muslof, niece Wendy Tracey and her son Scott Kaufman. The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorials be made to the American Heart Association in "Memory of Phyllis Stelbasky".
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Barbara Lodi
November 7, 2017
RIP my special friend.
Barbara Lodi
November 7, 2017
We had such good times together Sis; you are a very special part of my life. I will always have such fond memories of all the fun we shared. I have a special place in my heart of the road trip Dave and Wendy took me on to see you in the summer of 2016; WA is such a beautiful state and you did a wonderful job of showing us your favorite sights!!
You are with your beloved Roy now....till we meet again.....RIP.
American Heart Association
November 3, 2017
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
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