Phyllis Berkowitz

Phyllis Berkowitz obituary

Phyllis Berkowitz

Phyllis Berkowitz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King Funeral Home on Jul. 12, 2025.

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Phyllis Berkowitz died at the age of 96 on July 11, 2025.

Born on December 28, 1928, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada to Helen and Jack Alter.

Phyllis grew up in Ingersoll and Toronto with her brothers Irvine (deceased) and David Alter.

She was married to her beloved Harold for almost 40 years until his passing in 1988. Subsequently, was preceded in death by partner, Ben Melvin.

Phyllis and Harold raised three daughters, Diane (Wit), Patti (Michael) and Janet (Don). One of her joys was the arrival of grandchildren, Fiona, Kiri, Hayley, Kelsey, Matt and Delaney and her great children, Oliver, Scarlet, Layna and Ella.

A graveside service will be held at Ohev Tzedek Cemetery on Monday, July 14th, at 10:30 AM.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Heritage Manor and Southern Care Hospice.

In lieu of flowers: The family kindly requests that donations be made in her memory to the charity of choice.

Professional arrangements are being handled by Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King Funeral Home

Friends and family may view this obituary and share memories and condolences at www.shriverallisoncourtleyfuneralhome.com

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