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Phyllis M. Brubaker, 84, Duncansville, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday evening. She was the daughter of the late Ernest and Dora (Turnbaugh) Brubaker.
Surviving are a sister-in-law, Mary Ann Brubaker; nieces, Catherine Harker (Joe) and Donna Benson; nephews: James A., William "Bill" (Bobbi), Jeffrey "Jeff" and John Brubaker, Charles "Chuck," Randy and Daryl Benson (Susan); great-nephews: Matthew Harker, Brian, Lincoln and Jeremiah Brubaker, Shane, Brett, Brock, Travis and Brandon Benson; great-nieces: Sarah Jackson, Heather Lunger and Meghan Benson; several great-great-nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Heidi Rexford.
She was preceded in death by brothers, Kenneth and James L. Brubaker; a sister, Helen L. Benson; and a niece, Lisa Brubaker.
Phyllis was a longtime member of Carson Valley Church of the Brethren and faithfully attended all church services. She served her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, by participating on the nominating committee, Sunday School class secretary, making communion bread, serving at funeral dinners and making delicious baked goods for the church fellowship meals, church fundraisers and special events at the church. She visited the sick in nursing homes, sent greeting cards and had a deep caring for family members and friends.
Phyllis was the primary caregiver for her mother, Dora, when she became ill. When her parents were alive, she also assisted with caring for her disabled niece, Lisa, when Lisa's mom and stepfather needed a well-deserved break from caregiving. She always had a listening ear when a family member was going through a problem.
She was a 1958 graduate of Hollidaysburg High School. She was employed at Brubaker Upholstery/CarVal Furniture as a seamstress for many years, until the business closed.
In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with and chatting on the phone with family and friends, watching TV, game shows, solving crossword puzzles, gardening and caring for her dogs and cats. She also was a bargain shopper and thus she was able to dress in a variety of stylish, attractive clothes and always had her hair just looking perfect.
She will be sadly missed by her family and friends.
Friends will be received from 3 until the 5 p.m. funeral service Thursday, June 19, 2025, at Carson Valley Church of the Brethren. Pastor Paul Johnson will officiate. Interment will take place at Carson Valley Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Carson Valley Church of the Brethren, 122 Church Road, Duncansville, PA 16635.
Arrangements are by Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services Inc., Duncansville.
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