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Phyllis Homis-Apicella Obituary

HOMIS-APICELLA-Phyllis F., of East Islip, on September 3, 2006. Beloved wife of Leonard Apicella. Loving mother of Bruce, Craig, Audrey, and Scott. Phyllis was a longtime resident of East Islip and a Secretary of Timber Point Elementary School for 24 years. Family will receive friends at the R.C. Albrecht Funeral Home, Inc., 62 Carleton Ave., East Islip, on Tuesday, 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Mass of Christian Burial, Wednesday, 12 PM, St. Mary's R.C. Church, East Islip. Interment, Pinelawn Memorial Park, Pinelawn, N.Y. Donations in Phyllis' name to Lustgarten Foundation for Pancreatic Cancer Research, 1111 Stewart Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714, would be greatly appreciated.

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Published by Newsday on Sep. 5, 2006.

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Ron and Angie Trivane

September 9, 2006

Dear Lenny, Bruce, Craig, Audrey and Scott, We truely offer our deepest sympathys for the loss of your dear mom and wife. Phyllis was and is a great lady who will be remembered for all the good and love that she shared throughout her life. Phyllis will always live in our hearts as a vibrant, loving and beautiful person. We learned so much about her during the past several days from her dear friends. She was also blessed to have so many faithful friends. She was also the best friend any person could have. Phillis' memory will give everyone stength to go on.

Jennifer Hemmerick

September 6, 2006

Craig and family: I was so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a wonderful lady. I have great memories of her from Timber Point. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Clix & Ruth Knyfd

September 5, 2006

Dear Len,Please accept our deepest condolences. Phyllis was a wonderful person and a good friend. We only talked several times at Sloan-Kettering, but she was an inspiration since we both struggled with the same disease. We will continue to pray for you and your family. Please stay in touch because we cherish your friendship as well.

The Frawley Family

September 5, 2006

We are deeply saddened that we only had the honor of knowing Phyllis for a few years when Audrey met Craig. We will cherish every holiday, every meal, and every laugh that we had with her.

She was a devoted mother and her two wonderful sons are a testament to her life.

Bud Kazdan

September 5, 2006

We met Phyllis through Lenny. His deep undiminshed love for her revealed to us how wonderful she was and it was true. Bud and Carole Kazdan

Allison Steinhauer Callahan

September 5, 2006

Dear Bruce & Family,

I know you haven't heard from me in many years but I wanted to express my condolences. I have fond memories of your Mom. She was a very nice lady and she raised a great couple of kids too! I hope your life is going well and I'm sorry we lost touch. During this sad time I just wanted to say I'm thinking about you.

Love always,

Allison

Kevin Childs

September 5, 2006

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

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