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Phyllis Plonka Obituary

CUMBERLAND - Phyllis M. Plonka, daughter of Anthony and Florida Sudol, passed away on Valentine's Day, February 14th, 2016. She is survived by her husband Walter Plonka, two sons Derek and Ryan, as well as three grandchildren Kaley, Arrolyn, and Everly.
Phyllis was an important fixture in the Woonsocket educational system, having taught the 2nd grade for 35 years at Bernon Heights Elementary. She has touched the lives of many a student and family members. Always putting herself before others and willing to give them her all.
She lead an active life. Seeking new treasures in every moment of the day. And encouraged others to live their lives to a blossom as full as her bloom.
An avid artist with a desire to always learn a new approach. Phyllis enjoyed working with water colors, sketching, and nature photography.
Family was everything to Phyllis, but not just within this family will her memories rest. Memories of her soul will carry on to the many souls she has touched. Through those lives touched, her soul will live on.
She will be missed by all. A Funeral Service will be Friday morning (Feb. 19th) at 11:00 A.M. in the Kubaska Funeral Home, 33 Harris Ave. Woonsocket. Relatives & Friends are invited. A visitation hour will be Friday morning from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. before the Service. Burial will be private. Kubaskafuneralhome.com.

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Published by Woonsocket Call from Feb. 17 to Feb. 25, 2016.

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February 22, 2016

I did receive a call from aunt Theresa saying Phyllis had passed............We r soo sorry!!!God bless and w much love cousins Elaine (Sudol)Poitras Bill Sudol

February 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Carol & JOE Desrosiers

February 20, 2016

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Carol & JOE

Melinda Tedeschi

February 19, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Phyllis's family. I was friends with Phyllis all throughout high school, college, and our teaching careers. We followed each other on Facebook since I now live in Florida. She was a beautiful person and will be remembered as such.

Paulette Emery

February 18, 2016

Dear Walter and family..my heart is heavy to hear this news about Phyllis, but I know how she suffered in these recent years. It was wonderful to get reconnected with her after so many years. As a child my family and the Sudol family spend many many years of fun times together.. We all loved Phyllis & Anita and their parents. At our 1st visit when we reconnected a few years ago, Phyllis asked how I had such peace after just loosing my sister. I gave her one word JESUS then we talked for a long time how he could give her peace and comfort and following up with emails when I cam back home. It was such a joy to share. I know how much she loved you Walt and the kids and grandkids too.. Phyllis's memory will carry on through the lives she touched. God bless all of you.

February 18, 2016

Three out of four of my children had Mrs. Plonka. They all loved her very much and she made a huge difference with her positive attitude and kindness to children. Rest in peace!

Carol Hysko

February 18, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the entire Plonka family. Phyllis and I taught at Bernon Heights School. She was a wonderful person and will be missed

cindy sawyer/arnold

February 18, 2016

your were loved by all who knew you, you will be missed.

Dotti Mondoux

February 18, 2016

My deepest sympathy Walt, Derek, and Ryan. Working with Phyllis for so many years at Bernon I have many fond memories of laughter, conferences, meetings, workshops, and many memories of the times we spent together when our children were small and we got together to go plays and outings.
She was a beautiful lady.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely, Dotti Mondoux

Ann and Gordon Sokolowski

February 17, 2016

Walter, Derek, and Ryan

Our deepest sympathy regarding the loss of our wonderful Phyllis -

Gordon and I and our entire family were so sad to receive the news that Phyllis had passed away Sunday. She has been in our thoughts every day.

Cousin Phyllis,will truly be missed by the whole Sokolowski family!!!!! Phyllis always thought first of others, was so giving,kind and also so much fun to be with always laughing. Growing up and also as adults we always had so much fun together with our families at the ocean. Phyllis especially loved kayaking with Walter. She also loved fishing at the ocean/we would go with our dads. We always looked forward to seeing Phyllis and Walter on our visits to Rhode Island at Christmas and the summer.

We will miss her dearly, but know that she is being held in the palm of HIS HAND.
all our love, Ann, Gordon, Cheryl, Kim, Mike, Jeff and Mark

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