Steve and family, I’m so sorry to learn of Phyllis’ passing. We worked together in NYC, and Phyllis always had a smile on her face, no matter the situation. I hope all your fond memories will help you through this difficult time. 

I met Phyllis in June of 2015 at my job interview at the Collier County office of business and economic development. The last time i saw her was a few days before her death at Publix with my wife and in true Phyllis style, she was in fluffy bed slippers..... Her personality was warm and yet she was uncompromising as a professional. On behalf of my wife Tanya and me, and from the office of business and economic development of Collier County, we extend our sincerest condolences to all who are mourning her loss. This is still a shock.!!!

I had heard of Phyllis before we both landed in NYC in 2007  to finish out our OCC careers.   It was wonderful to meet, and to be given the opportunity to become fast friends.  Phyllis's reputation for kindness to all held true, but I also learned about her love for all adventure!  

The adventures came fast and furious, as we met our desire for thrift shopping in the snow, visited most churches in Manhattan-sometimes for their choirs, hit the Hamptons, and of course attended shows.   Personal trips to Alaska (her state #49 to visit) & Europe came next.    She always had lots of laughs, jokes, energy, and pictures!
   
But also, Phyllis wanted to get involved with volunteerism and was awarded the Provisional Member of the Year for her work in a prestigious, hard-working international group.  She not only gave to her friends, but gave back to NYC. 

As with her US life, so was she with her worldly work assignments.  She was fearless, incredibly friendly, and engaging.   How she could meet someone briefly on a tour in S. Korea, and find them again on another random trip, was truly amazing.  Or, maybe this was a little gift given to her.  Or, maybe the guy was an angel watching over her in such foreign places.  

Could Phyllis have possibly known her time with us was to be shorter than we would wish?  If so, maybe that is why she knew to live life to the fullest, working hard and playing lots.  Her life adventures were planned and executed well- a job well done.
 
I am grateful to have seen Pixie, last year, when she was in New Orleans for an Economic Development Seminar.  And although it is sad now, I am so glad the last town we "did" together was Mine, to help host. 
 
Sorry I will not be present for the Celebration of Life tomorrow.  But I trust everyone will give Phyllis a great send- off.  We all know where she is going, and we know who she will be with,  at least this time.  

Thanks, Steve for sharing, as Pixie made me a better person.



It’s been a week since I heard of Phyllis’ passing and I am still in shock and disbelief.  She was such a ray of light and joy. Her smile was contagious.  It is hard to believe she has move on to heaven already. I had the pleasure of meeting Phyllis with fellow OCCers in 2012 on an Alaskan Cruise.  Our newly created travel group had so much fun together, we took three more trips together.  Phyllis was always the center and cause of laughter.  It was an honor and a joy to have known her.  My deepest sympathy to Steve, her family and friends. She will be greatly missed. 

Phyllis and I worked together at the OCC in NYC .  I was shocked when I heard the news of her passing.  She was always so full of life and the sweetest, kindest person.  Always positive and always smiling.  My sincere condolences to her husband and family.  

We met Pixie and Steve shortly after we retired and moved from SE FL to Naples. So, although we have only known her for four fun filled years, Pixie is one of those rare individuals that you meet and feel as if you have known forever.  Her smile, her infectious laughter, her twinkly eyes, her joy of life, her positivity - all of these traits made Pixie one amazing, beautiful lady and friend.  
Everyone that knew Pixie here at the golf community where we all live loved her.  RIP sweet friend.  Heaven has gained an angel.  We miss you and love you. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻

I join with so many other OCC colleagues who are saddened by the loss of such a bright light. That's the first thing that comes to me, when I think of her: the light from her infectious smile and genuinely warm personality. My sincere condolences to all of Phyllis' family and close friends. Earth knows no sorrow that heaven cannot heal, and I pray for your comfort and peace during this time. She will surely be missed.

Pixie and I went back over sixty years..we were cousins. We were always joking about whatever goofy thing we had done or said was due to our genes.  Pixie got the most out of life as anyone I have ever known.  She never missed an opportunity to have a good time..it followed her whereever she went.  AND  she always showed up with her own props!  You knew she would, you just didn't know what she would have come up with next.  Anyone whoever came in contact with Pixie has been so blessed by her love and caring and generosity.  Pixie had such a loving spirit which will stay with me forever.  I will miss you my dear sweet cousin!

I came to know Phyllis when I managed the Columbus/Cincinnati field offices for the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.  She was an outstanding bank examiner and a wonderful friend.  Phyllis became one of my “Groupies”, along with Gracie Kline and Chris Love.  She would travel from Cincinnati to Grove City to attend my community theater performances.  She would always tell me I was “great”, even when I knew I stank up the place!  That was Phyllis being Phyllis.  Many people talk about someone with an infectious smile.  Phyllis embodied that quality more than anyone I ever met.  You couldn’t  help but feel better after being in her presence.  No matter how bad my mood might be,  just 15 minutes with her would make me forget why I was in a bad mood to begin with.  She literally lit up the room  the moment she set foot in it.  EVERYTHING seemed brighter... EVERYONE seemed happier.  She was a bright, caring, elegant and beautiful woman.  I consider myself blessed for having known her.  No doubt, heaven is made even brighter by her presence.  Forever more, the sun will be warmer and the stars will have an added twinkle.

Phyllis and I worked together in the early nineties when I was the Field Manager in Cincinnati, OH.  She was always the consummate professional with a joyous and pleasant personality.  Although it has been many years since I have seen Phyllis, I can still remember that infectious smile.

Rest in peace 

Shock and disbelief that such a beautiful person, so full of life and love, is no longer with us. Phyllis and I worked and traveled together. She did not pack light & prepared for everything (we tried to introduce her to trial size)! She was an ambassador to the world & delighted in learning new cultures and spreading the goodwill of Americans traveling abroad. She shared so she could connect with others & made time for everyone. I am glad for the happy time she spent in retirement, with the love of her life, in warm weather, and on a golf course. Even now, she continues to teach us how life is precious. I will always remember her bright colors, megawatt smile & big heart. Words cannot express how much she will be missed,  nor comfort her loved ones. My deepest sympathies.

I’m heartbroken to hear this news! Phyllis and I worked together on the OCC Citi team for some time before she retired to Naples.  She was one of the most upbeat, “smiley” people I ever worked with.  That’s what I’ll remember about her the most - her smile.  I wish her family and friends strength through this difficult time... 

Very sorry to hear of Phyllis’s passing. While I never had the pleasure of working directly with her during our OCC careers it was her participation in the UGLI Golf Tournament where I got to know her.  Her personality and golfing prowess were a great addition to that event.  Rest in peace Phyllis. 



I will remember forever the evening spent at Marcia’s home.  The food, the cocktails, the laughter and friendship.  You will be missed.   Prayers to her family at this very difficult time. 

I met Phyllis in 1987 in the Cincinnati Field Office. She was very friendly and welcoming to me as an entry level examiner.  Throughout her career, she was such a hard worker and always went the extra mile.  She was always upbeat and took a personal interest in my kids.  She was very dedicated and always interested in continual learning and taking on new challenges.  Eventually, she took a challenging job in NYC as a credit examiner.  I recall visiting her in NYC and she was such an amazing hostess.  We toured the city, visiting restaurants, Eataly (a giant Italian market), a museum, and meeting up with her very good friend Marsha.  I am so glad I was able to meet her for lunch just a couple weeks ago.  She shared how happy and lucky she was being married to  Steve for 25 years.  In true Phyllis fashion, she handed out reindeer headbands as a present for all of us.  She shared with me how she completed a certificate in Economic Development at her job in Florida.  I told her how impressed I was with that.  She shared a picture of Marsha and Sue from a recent get-together.  I will truly miss Phyllis.  She was such an inspiration and a dear friend.   

I met Phyllis in June of 1977 when I went to work for the First National Bank of Hamilton, OH in the Trust Department.  We became great friends from the beginning and have remained so for all of these years.  Phyllis was such an amazingly thoughtful and caring person and the consummate profession when it came to work.  She will be so sorely missed, but memories of her will be cherished by all those whose hearts she touched.  An amazing individual gone way before her time.  Rest in peace dear friend.

I am very sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing.  She was a great friend and co-worker.  She always had a smile on her face and a kind word for anyone.  She loved it when her co-workers' young children would drop by the office, she loved visiting with them.  She will be missed.

I, too, loved “Pixie”.   She gave so much of herself that she just wore herself out.   The last time I saw her, shortly before Christmas, she spoke of you Gipper.  She said you were wonderful and that when her mom (or maybe it was her aunt) met you, she told Phyllis to “... hold on to that friend, she’s a keeper!”  RIP Phyllis, my dear friend.

I was so fortunate to call Pixie one of my best friends in this life. We shared so many laughs and good times but more than anything we allowed each other to be ourselves and loved each other unconditionally. She was always going out of her way to show me how much our friendship meant to her.  Today there is a piece of my heart missing that will never be replaced. Fly high my sweet, kind, and dear angel until we meet again in heaven. Love, Gibber











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Phyllis Wimer Kraft-Hendrick

31 janvier 1952 – 31 décembre 2019

Hodges Funeral Home at Naples Memorial Gardens

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