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Phyllis attended Morning Star Baptist Church in Newport. She was a bright light and beautiful spirit that will be missed by so many friends and family. She loved researching family genealogy. She enjoyed playing cards and cooking. She especially enjoyed family gatherings when she was able to cook for family and friends. She was also known for playing softball in her younger years.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Robert Reed, and Jimmy Lee; her sisters, Velma Ratliffe, Linda Jones and Jamie Smith.
She is survived by her brothers, Willie Reed (Patsy) of Detroit, Michigan, Ashberry Lee (Gail) of St. Louis, Missouri, Daniel Lee (Elouise) of Mablevale, Arkansas, Dwight Lee (Marilyn) of Fort Smith, Arkansas and Michael Lee (Mattie) of Detroit, Michigan: brother-in-law, Jerry Ratliffe; half sister, Lawondia Crite; special friends, Francine Murphy, Cora Wilson and Debra Robinson and a host of nieces and nephews.
Service will be at Dillinger Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 7, 2023 with Nick Nettles officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
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