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Phyllis Booth Obituary

Phyllis Caroline Booth passed away March 20, 2016, after an extended illness. Born in Omaha, Nebraska on September 9, 1931, to Phillip and Alice Strell, she later resided in Overland Park, KS, Spring Hill, KS, Atlanta, GA, and Baldwin City, KS. She was preceded in death by her parents, infant son Gary, and nephew Matthew Strell. Survived by husband of 65 years Edwin Booth, sister Helen Heldt (Ray), brother Jim Strell (Barbara), son David (Jeannette), son Larry (Karen), grandsons Michael, Paul, David, Clayton and Tyler, and two great grandsons. A Celebration of Life Service is planned for Saturday April 16, 2016 from 2-4 pm at the Baldwin City Golf Course Club House 1102 Main Street Baldwin City, Kansas.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to The Alzheimer's Association.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Mar. 30, 2016.

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Phil and Deb Streiff

April 13, 2016

Praying for your family at this time! Peace and God's comfort to you all!

April 13, 2016

Praying for your family at this time. Remember the good times and happy moments together! God bless you always!!

Margaret & Deborah

April 1, 2016

We always enjoyed seeing Phyllis, her spirit and smile always lit up the room. Our thoughts are with you during this time.

Sean & Diane Spain

March 31, 2016

Our beloved Aunt. She will be missed by all who were fortunate to know her. With deepest sympathy.

Lynnette Roxburgh

March 30, 2016

Beautiful picture of a beautiful lady. My sad condolences to Uncle Ed and my wonderful cousins.

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