Celebrating the life of
Phyllis Dunbar Mitchell
September 08, 1931 - January 22, 2011
Savannah- Phyllis J. "Phyl" Mitchell, 79, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother joined our Lord on Saturday, January 22, 2011.
Phyl was born in Coopers Plain, NY to Wilson Dunbar and Lucy Woods Dunbar. She lived in Horseheads, NY for many years before moving to Savannah. For over ten years she was employed with Rogers Floor Service. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, John S. "Jack" Mitchell; brother, Lloyd Dunbar; and her only grandchild, Lauren Christine Jones. Phyl loved tap dancing, bowling and lived life to the fullest. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include two daughters, Sharon Williams of Savannah and Karen Jones of Morgan City, LA, and dear friends, Joe and Edith Branscomb, Donnie and Barbara Bay, and Majo Lobin.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the doctors and nurses of Memorial Hospital and Select Specialty Hospital for their compassionate care of Phyl and her family.
Graveside Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Tuesday, January 25, 2011 in the Greenwich Section of Bonaventure Cemetery.
Sherry, Thinking of you & keeping you in my prayers. Your Mom came into my life after the passing of our Mom Jan's & mine she was a good friend to Mom, and then extended the hand of friendship, love & kindness to me, she was truly a blessing, in more ways than she will ever know. Sherry, you became a good friend to me, via e-mail & phone chats & we share soooo many likes, especially 'treasure hunting'... & the love of my sister & your friend Jan. Please take care & know that I am only a e-mail or phone call away. Always, Barb
- Barb Peterson Goshorn, Blairs Mills, PA
Sherry, A hug for support, a hand to hold, a tear of compassion, all this and more is coming your way in spirit today. At times like this, it's comforting to remember that hearts CAN connect across any distance. We are keeping you in mind...and close to our hearts at this difficult time. We love you so much. Marcia, Billy, Taylor & Jylian
- Marcic, Billy, Taylor and Jylian daMude, Beaufort, SC
Mrs. Mitchell, I only had the pleasure of meeting you a time or two. I wanted you and your family to know you raised an amazing ,loving, sweet woman. Sherry has become a second mother to me. I'm sure you know how wonderful Sherry is and we will keep her and your family in our prayers and lives.
- Courtney McBrayer, Bluffton, SC
Sherry our thoughts and prayers are with you. Phyllis was a great person. She will be missed by many. If you need anything, you let us know. We love ya.
- George & Eleanor Gibbons, Morganton, NC
Phyllis took to my granddaughers Shannon and Samantha when the Brunings lived across the street. She was a good friend and a good neighbor to Mildred and John Bruning. Both she and Jack were such wonderful people and I have such good memories of both of them. My sympathy to both Karen and Sharon.
- Elaine Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyllis and Jack were part of my life when we lived across the street. Phyllis had a ready smile and a great sense of humor.
- Betty Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyllis and Jack were part of my life when we lived across the street. Phyllis had a ready smile and a great sense of humor.
- Betty Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyl was such a wonderful lady. She will be missed. Sherry, our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. We are here for you every step of the way. Love Barb and Donnie
- Barbara and Don Bay, Valdosta, GA
Thanks for being a 'good neighbor' and friend to us all these years.We will miss you and cherish many memories. Love, Joe and Edith
- Joe and Edith Branscomb, Savannah, GA
Mom, Mary I don't know how I am going to make it without you. I thank God for my gifts of my family and friends and second family across the streetand Valdosta. I love you with all my heart 'Mary' Thank you for being my rock and taking care of me so I could take care of you.
- Sherry a.k.a. Gwendy, Savannah, GA
We have enjoyed the love and friendship of Phyllis for more than 25 years. We have considered her family as we have shared life's challenges and changes, always knowing we can depend on each for support, encouragement and understanding. She was especially thoughtful and generous in celebrating our children. She has been a wonderful example of God's love for us and we will miss her tremendously. Dave, Jody, Ryan, Amanda and Adam Herzuck.
- Jody Herzuck, Crystal, MN
With our condolences, Zina Ganas and Marilyn Mayer
- Zina Ganas, Savannah, GA
During my high school years I spent as much time at the Mitchell house as I did my own. Phyllis became my 'second' mom. We lost touch for quite a few years but were reacquainted for the last 2. 'Mom' will surely be missed. Sherry, if you need anything, you let me know. I know we don't live very close but I'm only a phone call away. Praying for you and Karen at this time. Debbie
- Debbie Ruggiano, Clayton, NJ
Sherry, Thinking of you & keeping you in my prayers. Your Mom came into my life after the passing of our Mom Jan's & mine she was a good friend to Mom, and then extended the hand of friendship, love & kindness to me, she was truly a blessing, in more ways than she will ever know. Sherry, you became a good friend to me, via e-mail & phone chats & we share soooo many likes, especially 'treasure hunting'... & the love of my sister & your friend Jan. Please take care & know that I am only a e-mail or phone call away. Always, Barb
- Barb Peterson Goshorn, Blairs Mills, PA
Sherry, A hug for support, a hand to hold, a tear of compassion, all this and more is coming your way in spirit today. At times like this, it's comforting to remember that hearts CAN connect across any distance. We are keeping you in mind...and close to our hearts at this difficult time. We love you so much. Marcia, Billy, Taylor & Jylian
- Marcic, Billy, Taylor and Jylian daMude, Beaufort, SC
Mrs. Mitchell, I only had the pleasure of meeting you a time or two. I wanted you and your family to know you raised an amazing ,loving, sweet woman. Sherry has become a second mother to me. I'm sure you know how wonderful Sherry is and we will keep her and your family in our prayers and lives.
- Courtney McBrayer, Bluffton, SC
Sherry our thoughts and prayers are with you. Phyllis was a great person. She will be missed by many. If you need anything, you let us know. We love ya.
- George & Eleanor Gibbons, Morganton, NC
Phyllis took to my granddaughers Shannon and Samantha when the Brunings lived across the street. She was a good friend and a good neighbor to Mildred and John Bruning. Both she and Jack were such wonderful people and I have such good memories of both of them. My sympathy to both Karen and Sharon.
- Elaine Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyllis and Jack were part of my life when we lived across the street. Phyllis had a ready smile and a great sense of humor.
- Betty Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyllis and Jack were part of my life when we lived across the street. Phyllis had a ready smile and a great sense of humor.
- Betty Bruning, Savannah, GA
Phyl was such a wonderful lady. She will be missed. Sherry, our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. We are here for you every step of the way. Love Barb and Donnie
- Barbara and Don Bay, Valdosta, GA
Thanks for being a 'good neighbor' and friend to us all these years.We will miss you and cherish many memories. Love, Joe and Edith
- Joe and Edith Branscomb, Savannah, GA
Mom, Mary I don't know how I am going to make it without you. I thank God for my gifts of my family and friends and second family across the streetand Valdosta. I love you with all my heart 'Mary' Thank you for being my rock and taking care of me so I could take care of you.
- Sherry a.k.a. Gwendy, Savannah, GA
We have enjoyed the love and friendship of Phyllis for more than 25 years. We have considered her family as we have shared life's challenges and changes, always knowing we can depend on each for support, encouragement and understanding. She was especially thoughtful and generous in celebrating our children. She has been a wonderful example of God's love for us and we will miss her tremendously. Dave, Jody, Ryan, Amanda and Adam Herzuck.
- Jody Herzuck, Crystal, MN
With our condolences, Zina Ganas and Marilyn Mayer
- Zina Ganas, Savannah, GA
During my high school years I spent as much time at the Mitchell house as I did my own. Phyllis became my 'second' mom. We lost touch for quite a few years but were reacquainted for the last 2. 'Mom' will surely be missed. Sherry, if you need anything, you let me know. I know we don't live very close but I'm only a phone call away. Praying for you and Karen at this time. Debbie
- Debbie Ruggiano, Clayton, NJ
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200

