So very sorry for your loss!! Sending our heartfelt sympathy!!
Linda and Shai

We were very sorry to hear of Gigi's passing.  As in-laws to her grandson, Matt Morris, we did not get the opportunity to see her often but learned of her dedication to her family and her temple.  She was always happy to see everyone and was always so outgoing and vibrant.  I'm sure she will be missed by not only her family but by her community as well.

I am so sorry to hear about Dear Beautiful Phyllis...I go way back with your awesome family. Great memories. Getting my glasses on Shore Center Drive from Jules. Such a sweet man. Cutting temple classes with Susie and sleeping at the Bookatz house time and again. Doing the bridal show at B'nai Jeshurun with Sherry. Even reconnecting with Jeff down here in Boca. My Mom Hilda Miller's last lunch out ever with a friend was with Susie and Phyllis. I adored Phyllis. Respected her beyond words. So classy. So elegant. So fun and so kind. She actually reminded me a lot of my Mom which is the ultimate compliment in life. She is finally with Dear Jules and that is such a blessing. Thinking of you all....

Dear Bart & Family,

Just heard about your mother.  My condolences to you.  My thoughts & prayers are with you & yours.

Marsha Lieberman

We were all so sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences to the family. Over the years we have always enjoyed having Phyllis come to the salon. She was always such a lady with such class. She never wanted us to call her Mrs. and was more of a friend than a customer. She will be missed by all of us. We enjoyed meeting the family as they brought her numerous times. We will also miss seeing them.

Maria, Chris, Joyce, Nikki and everyone at 
Shear Design Salon

Bart- I am very sorry for your loss.

Sincerely,
Peggy Gawiser Shecket

May the family be comforted among the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem.  Deepest condolences from Gary Roth in Israel, former Clevelander.

Bart,Sherri,Susie,and Joann,  when I think about your mom Phyllis, i think about the epitome of a lady... I've known Phyllis since my BJ days, when my husband Lee was Executive Director.  Phyllis accepted me with open arms and a smile on her face! Always with a hug and kiss.... She always looked beautiful. She lived more in her lifetime, then some will live in ten!  I will miss seeing you Phyllis, if only once in a while, but I know your with your beloved Jules again....

Dear Bart and family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Karen Fogel

Just last week, my dear friend Phyllis told me that she could not be around forever. I will love and miss forever. 
Deena Davis

Phyllis was an inspirational woman even in the last few years of her life.  I last saw her for the High Holyday services and although on oxygen she was still sweet and charming. My prayers and love go out to all of the family at this sad time.  A fellow BJ congregant. May her memory be for a blessing.

Gigi, forever in our hearts!!??
Sam, Syd, Lou, Grace, Addie, Cody, Cami,Sawyer, Eli, Aria

Dear Sherrie, Bart, Suzie and Joanne.... I was just thinking about your Mom a few days ago.She was on my mind for some reason. She was a beautiful woman and I will always remember her with great fondness.
Sending loving thoughts to all of you.
Marlene Ratner Lambert

May the peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your hearts and comfort you during this most difficult time.

Dear Bart and family,

We are so sorry for you loss. Keeping you and
your entire family in our thoughts.

Cheri and Bob Discenzo

My deepest condolences to the Bookatz family on the loss of our beloved Phyllis. She was not only my boss for years, she was my friend at B'nai when I worked all the parties. I had so much fun with her. She always told it like it was with no holding back. Phyllis was beautiful and always more than generous with me. She will be missed dearly.

Dear Bookatz family,
I remember your Mother fondly from my young days when I spent more time at your house than my own.
My thoughts are with you all.
Sharon

Please know that our thoughts and love are with you at this time and always. Our deepest sympathy.
Donna and Phil Levine

The loss of your mother is a loss to many people.  She was a wonderful woman.  She was strong, compassionate, devoted, giving and intelligent.  I am so sorry for your loss, and for those who know her.

So sorry for your loss.
Bonnie Morris Friedlen

Bart, so very sorry for your loss.
Elliott & Judy Schaffer

Very sorry to hear about your mother's passing.

Your cousin, Steve Penner

Dear Bookatz Family, Our condolences to all of you. Phyllis was a very special friend to us. 
Ester and Jay Leutenberg (Tucson Arizona)

Dear Family,
My heart, my thoughts, and my prayers are with you now and always.

My deepest condolences, Harry Zelwin family

Dear Bookatz Family, 
    Evan and I send our deepest condolences on the loss of Phyllis.  Evan said "She was my Grandma too."  Thank you so much for sharing her with us.  She will always have a special space in our hearts.
Love, Ellie Dispenza and Evan Dispenza

"Dear Bart and Family: My memory of Phyllis is of a woman of indomitable spirit, twinkle in her eyes and a zest for life".

Bart and Family,
Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your Mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

                                                        Sheryl & Mort Kane (Solon,OH)

Bart and Family -
Rick and I send our condolences and love to you and your family at this time and are sorry for your loss.  Your mom left quite a legacy that will remain.
Marcy and Rick Bern

Dear Bart and Family:
Phyllis was the "Queen Bee" of Israel Bonds at B'nai Jeshurun and the reason for 43 consecutive years of Israel Bonds events. Countless millions of dollars were raised with Phyllis' support. She was dynamic, caring, energetic and dedicated. You can be very proud of this wonderful woman.

Dear Bookatz Family:

We are so saddened by the death of Phyllis, words cannot possibly express how much.  She was, as was Jules, one of the finest individuals one could have had the great honor and privilege of knowing, let alone being a wonderful friend to our entire family.  She was beautiful in every respect both outwardly and inwardly.  For every life she touched, she made a better person.  We will miss her immeasurably.

All our Love,  The Larry Adelman Family.

Dear Bookatz family,
Our family joins with others in the greater Cleveland community in mourning Phyllis's passing. We will forever carry her memory with us. She was one of the  first people we met when we joined B'Nai Jeshurun. Phyllis was a mensch - kind, considerate, loving, responsible - a good and loyal friend to many. We pray that your lovely family will find strength and consolation at this time from one another, from your faith and your friends. Ha'makom y'nachem etchem...Love from the Lowes (Barry, Audrey, Josh, and Daniel)

Dear Bookatz Family,
Thinking of you during this diffiuclt time.
Eileen(Kohn) and Elliot  Reiff

OBITUARY

Phyllis Bookatz

April 8, 1920 – July 1, 2014

Berkowitz-Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel

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