In Memory Of
Phyllis M. Rees
1928
2019
Phyllis M. Rees
August 14, 1928 — December 21, 2019
Phyllis May Morrison Rees was born August 14, 1928 at White Mills, Kentucky. Loved ones: I walked through the valley of the shadow of death on Saturday, December 21, 2019, and the Lord was with me. Family who walked before me were my husband of 50 years, Hyson French Rees; Daddy and Sweet Mama; Marvin and Willie May Morrison; twin brothers, Billie and Junior Morrison; two sisters, Nita Trigg and Blossom Morrison; two nieces, Barbara June Howard and Greta Lynn Morrison; sister-in-law, Janie May Morrison Sloan; and my constant companion, Kokee.
Left to mourn my departure are my remaining family, Stephanie and Cary Donovan and their family, (Brooke, Kevin, Dezi, Elias, Grant, Savanna, Luke, Royce, Sloane, Kam); longtime best friend, Larry Harrison (Candy); nephew, Stevie B. Morrison and family; niece, Lisa Morrison Stillwell and family; nephew, Gayle Rees and family; and many other loving friends, especially my neighbors in the Village of Beckley Woods.
I originally wanted to be a teacher, went to WKU and taught 2 years in Simpson County. I then came to Louisville and worked several years at Logan Co. In 1969, I began working for Jefferson County Public Schools in various educational administration roles, and got my BA from Spalding and Masters Plus from U of L. I served primarily in Special Education, but ended my career as Principal of Jane Hite Elementary, retiring in 1991.
Hyson and I joined Southeast Christian Church in 2000, and I spent many happy hours volunteering in the media center, legal office, Living Word, welcome center, and where needed for special events, and was a member of the Harmony and Apprentice classes.
Visitation will be held from 10 am to 12 pm on Monday, December 30, 2019 in the Fireside Room at Southeast Christian Church, 920 Blankenbaker Parkway, Louisville, Kentucky 40243, with a farewell service to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Southeast Christian Church, Kentucky Humane Society or charity of your choice.
I loved you all. Be strong and courageous. Smile when you remember me.
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Left to mourn my departure are my remaining family, Stephanie and Cary Donovan and their family, (Brooke, Kevin, Dezi, Elias, Grant, Savanna, Luke, Royce, Sloane, Kam); longtime best friend, Larry Harrison (Candy); nephew, Stevie B. Morrison and family; niece, Lisa Morrison Stillwell and family; nephew, Gayle Rees and family; and many other loving friends, especially my neighbors in the Village of Beckley Woods.
I originally wanted to be a teacher, went to WKU and taught 2 years in Simpson County. I then came to Louisville and worked several years at Logan Co. In 1969, I began working for Jefferson County Public Schools in various educational administration roles, and got my BA from Spalding and Masters Plus from U of L. I served primarily in Special Education, but ended my career as Principal of Jane Hite Elementary, retiring in 1991.
Hyson and I joined Southeast Christian Church in 2000, and I spent many happy hours volunteering in the media center, legal office, Living Word, welcome center, and where needed for special events, and was a member of the Harmony and Apprentice classes.
Visitation will be held from 10 am to 12 pm on Monday, December 30, 2019 in the Fireside Room at Southeast Christian Church, 920 Blankenbaker Parkway, Louisville, Kentucky 40243, with a farewell service to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Southeast Christian Church, Kentucky Humane Society or charity of your choice.
I loved you all. Be strong and courageous. Smile when you remember me.
To leave a special message for the family, please use the "Share Memories" button.
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Monday, December 30, 2019
10:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
Southeast Christian Church
Farewell Service
Monday, December 30, 2019
Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
Southeast Christian Church
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