Phyllis Berkowitz 1928-2025

Born on Dec. 28, 1928, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to Helen and Jack Alter, Phyllis grew up in Ingersoll and Toronto, with her brothers, Irvine (deceased) and David Alter.

She was married to her beloved Harold for almost 40 years until his passing in 1988. Subsequently, was preceded in death by partner, Ben Melvin.

Phyllis and Harold raised three daughters, Diane (Wit), Patti (Michael) and Janet (Don). One of her joys was the arrival of grandchildren, Fiona, Kiri, Hayley, Kelsey, Matt and Delaney, and her great-grandchildren, Oliver, Scarlet, Layna and Ella.

A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday, July 14, at Ohev Tzedek Cemetery.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Heritage Manor and Southern Care Hospice.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made in her memory to the charity of choice.

Professional arrangements are being handled by Shriver-Allison-Courtley-Weller-King Funeral Home.

Friends and family may view this obituary and share memories and condolences at www.shriverallisoncourtleyfuneralhome.com.

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