Phyllis T. Thornhill 1929-2022

Ms. Thornhill was born Dec. 31, 1929, in Youngstown, a daughter of Walter Willie and Vivian G. Grigsby Thornhill. She was a graduate of Youngstown City Schools, received her Bachelor of Science degree in education from Kent State University and her Master of Arts degree in education from Westminster University.

Phyllis was a dedicated teacher who taught in the Youngstown City School District, retiring after 35 years of service.

She was a member of Lincoln Christian Church, Iota Phi Lambda Sorority Alpha Nu Chapter, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, and the Socialite Bridge Club (where she was a member for more than 50 years).

She leaves to cherish her memory and to celebrate her life, her cousin, Cynthia White of Knoxville, Tenn.; a dear friend, Mary L. Gross of Youngstown; and other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, and a brother, Mervin Thornhill.

Visitation will be 11 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at the L. E. Black, Phillips and Holden Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 11:30 a.m.

Interment will be in Tod Homestead Cemetery.

Due to the pandemic, all guests are required to wear masks and observe social distancing.

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