Phyllis Lee Halcomb Pappas

Phyllis Lee Halcomb Pappas

  • December 18, 2011
  • Indianapolis, Indiana
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“Dear John and Mary Lee Your Mother was a good woman. I remember her always being so very nice and cheerful while working at...Read More » ”
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“TO OUR PAST PRESIDENT...YOU ALL ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS... ”
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“Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your dear mother. I remember she will always be remembered for her kindness and regal manner. Lean on God to...Read More » ”
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5 of 7 | Posted by: Lisa Gauthier Mitchison - IN

“Our deepest sympathies to Mary Lou and Johnny. i will always remember Phyllis as the ellegant, classy lady, kind, with a beautiful smile! ”
6 of 7 | Posted by: Tom & Dena Filis - Indianapolis, IN

“Dear Pappas Family, There are few things more difficult than dealing with the loss of a loved one. We, along with our staff, are honored and...Read More » ”
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Phyllis Halcomb Pappas departed this life on Sunday, December 18, 2011 in her home peacefully, unexpectedly. She is preceded in death by her husband, John Anthony Pappas, Sr. and her parents Oscar Eli and Mary King Halcomb. One of seven children, she graduated from Howe High School and immediately began a 20-year career with L.S. Ayres department store (1947 to 1967) and served in varied roles that ranged from model to department manager, buyer, and associate buyers for departments such as the French and Crystal Rooms, juniors, swimwear, millinery and more. She was actively involved in varied organizations such at the Day Nursery, and served as president of the St. Vincent's Hospital Guild in 1972 and 1973. Phyllis will be remembered for her elegance, decorum, poise and humor by her friends and family. She is survived by her daughter Mary Lee Pappas and son, Johnny A. Pappas, Jr. A funeral mass will be on Friday, December 23, 11 a.m. at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church, 5692 Central Ave., with calling at 10 a.m.

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Crown Hill Cemetery

Indianapolis, IN

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