Phyllis Marlene Hess
June 22, 1935 - May 3, 2026
In her 91st year. It is with deep love and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of the most special lady in our lives. A woman whose warmth, strength, and kindness touched everyone who had the privelege of knowing her. She was more than a mother, grandmother and friend. She was the heart of our family, the one who held us together through every season of life.
Our mother is reunited with her husband Stewart Hess, children, Allan, Marvin, Glen, Terrance (Bird), and Junie Bug.
Phyllis will be lovingly remembered by her best friends, her daughters Linda (Howard), Shelly (Darren), sons Lucky (Tracey), Doot (Courtney), Betty (Russ, Bernie). She will be missed terribly by her grand girls, Ash, Holly (Bun), and Chantel. She was a grandmother to 34 grandkids, 98 great grand kids, 46 great great grand kids, and 2 great great great grand kids. Special Aunt to Mark (Jennifer), Caroll, and Karlee Dockstator. Special friend to Lisa Hill, and Sandee Martin.
Predeceased by her parents Charles VanEvery & Rachel Lewis; brothers & sisters Busty, Jeff, Clara, Florence, and Reta.
Resting at her home 531 Seneca Road after 2pm. Tuesday until Thursday morning, then to Styres Funeral Home, 1798 4th Line, Ohsweken for Funeral Service on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 1pm. Cremation to follow. www.rhbanderson.com
Condolences
Posted by
Tiffany Racette
on
May 4th, 2026
so sorry for your loss! ❤️ sending lots of love to grams family! she was the best and i was very lucky i fortunate to have her as a baby sitter; i was so blessed! phyllis was one of a kind and a truly amazing woman! RIP Gram! xo
Posted by
Karlee Dockstator
on
May 4th, 2026
My heart is broken!
I loved and admired her so much for her commitment to her family.
I met her when I was 15 and we connected. She was so loving.
Auntie, I I will always be thankful for your love????????
Posted by
Lisa Hill
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May 4th, 2026
I was so blessed to have had Phyllis in my life,she was loving,kindhearted,soft spoken she was like a mom to me ,her passing has left such a emptiness,she was always a joy to be around.sure will miss our radio bingo times ,lotta laugh&good times with Phylli,Linda&i.Cherished memories
Heaven has gained another beautiful angel.
Posted by
SHIRLEY WATSON
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May 5th, 2026
So sorry for your loss. She was a great lady with a kind heart. I was blessed to have met her. May she rest in the arms of the creator. May knowing others are thinking of you all give you the strength to get thru this difficult time. Sending hugs and sincere condolences.
Posted by
Shari Wythe
on
May 5th, 2026
Sending lots of love to the family during their loss, what else can be said about Auntie, you have always left a loving smile, whenever she looked at you, safe journey n give uncle a hug for me ( Love ya from Joe)
Posted by
JoBear Curley
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May 5th, 2026
So sorry for the loss of ur mom Shell Bell, Linda, Beanie and all ur brothers!!! Sending my Sincere Condolences to you all plus grands, great grands, great great grands and great great great grand kids and all of her friends... R.I.P.Phyllis
Posted by
Pastor Butch
on
May 6th, 2026
Our condolences and prayers to the family on behalf of the Medina Baptist Church family
Posted by
Steven and tudda
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May 7th, 2026
Our condolences to the family Phyllis was a beautiful person and will be greatly missed love ???? and prayers to the family
