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Houston Chronicle, Texas, 1 October 2002
Phyllis Battelstein Bass
Phyllis Battelstein Bass passed away peacefully Monday, September 30, 2002, in her home, surrounded by her loved ones. She was born October 12, 1938 to Trudy Asher Battelstein and Harry Battelstein.
Phyllis is survived by her adoring husband of forty-four years, Jerold M. Bass, and her children, H. Anthony Bass and daughter, Anne Bass Diskin, and husband, Howard. The light of her life were her grandchildren, Meredith Sarah Diskin, Gregory Harrison Diskin, and Jesse Morton Bass. She is also survived by her beloved sister, Barbara Battelstein Schneidler and husband, Norman. Nieces and nephews include Gregory Singlust, Robin Applewhite, Polly Haering, Melanie Bass, Dana and Randy Lepow, Dawn and Todd Aaron and their children. Phyllis had a special relationship with Mary and Jim Harberg, Sandra and Sam Chaskin and their children. Phyllis was blessed with her dear friend, Bernandine Gordon, and other dedicated caregivers, Mary Graves, Beulah Williams, Lillian Mock, Theresa Douglas, Mary Ann Woodward, Thelma Thomas, and Sandra Player.
Phyllis was a remarkable human being who, in spite of many long term illnesses and handicaps, lived a productive and loving life. She filled every corner of her existence with love and gave her heart to everyone. She was an accomplished artist including pen and ink compositions, charcoal drawings, petit point stitchery, and more recently clay sculpting. Artist and teacher, Mary Lou Stockton, was especially dedicated to Phyllis' artistic endeavors and joy.
Our deepest appreciation is extended to dedicated health providers, Dr. Jeff Jackson, Dr. Alan Hoffman, Dr. Bruce Ehni, Dr. Richard Rubin, Dr. James Ezelle, and Dr. Sigrid Rogers. She was truly an inspiration to all who knew her.
Services will be held at Congregation Beth Israel, 5600 N. Braeswood at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday, October 2, 2002. Interment will follow at Beth Israel Memorial Gardens, 1101 Antoine. Officiating will be Rabbi Samuel E. Karff, Rabbi Steven M. Gross, Rabbi Brenner J. Glickman, and Cantor Robert M. Gerber. Pallbearers are Marvin Chaskin, James Fish, Frances Friedman, Jay Harberg, Joe Harberg, Elizabeth Karff Kampf, Herman Lapin, Randy Lepow, Jay Leiber, Barry Lewis, Jay Plotkin, Gregory Singlust, Joel Spira, and Robert Sussman.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Congregation Beth Israel, Phyllis Bass Special Art Project, 5600 North Braeswood, Houston, TX 77096; or Houston Hospice, 8811 Gaylord, Houston, TX 77024.
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Bassett Family Association Database
1938 - 2002 (63 years)