Obituary of Phyllis Gabbert

Phyllis Ann Gabbert August 30, 1944 - July 18, 2013 Phyllis Ann Meyers was born in Middlesboro, Kentucky on August 30, 1944. She was the only child born from the union of the late Marvin B. Meyers and the late Helen (Sharp) Meyers. She married Richard S. Steinman Sr. on June 27, 1962. She later married the love of her life Nelson F. Gabbert on June 11, 1983. Phyllis was a woman of many hats. She obtained her real estate license working for Scott Hudkins, Haynes Realty, and First Realty. She also was employed by Dr. Craig, Credit Bureau, and Sears, but for more than fifteen years, Phyllis worked as a waitress for Nortel Lanes, and from 1973 until 1983, as the Head Dietician for Mercy Memorial Hospital in Monroe. Phyllis was the rock of her family. She was strong-willed, intelligent, and well-loved. She could always be counted on in times of need, and had a servant's heart, and giving nature. Phyllis was a loving mother, single handedly raising her four children. Later in life she continued to support her children and nurture her grandchildren and great grandchildren by "babysitting'. Phyllis enjoyed cooking and entertaining for holiday get-togethers. She enjoyed traveling the country with Nelson, gambling and playing double down. Phyllis was a member of the Vietnam Veterans of America Ladies Auxiliary in Newport. Phyllis Ann Gabbert, age 68 of Monroe passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2013 at home. In addition to her parents her passing was preceded by her husband: Nelson Gabbert; a step-daughter: Cathy Gabbert; and a step-son: Nelson Colton Gabbert. To cherish her memory, she leaves four children: Helen "Denise" (Jim) Kukwa of Monroe, Richard (Sandy) Steinman Jr. of Carleton, Joseph S. Steinman Sr. and Andrea G. (Ron) Morris both of Monroe; a step-daughter: Cheryll (Eric) Wuelfing; eight grandchildren: Justin (Nina) Kukwa, Carrie Kukwa, Mariah Steinman, Richard Steinman III, Joseph Steinman Jr., Heather Woods (Heath McLaughlin), Holly Woods, and Kody Morris; and three great grandchildren: Kaden, Ivan, Kaida, and one on the way. Friends may gather from 2:00-8:00pm on Monday, July 22, 2013 at Merkle Funeral Service, 14567 South Dixie Hwy (formerly Bennett Funeral Home) (734) 241-7070. A Celebration of Her Life will be held at 11:00am, Tuesday, July 23, 2013 also at Merkle's with Reverend Dave LaFountain of Eagle's Nest Community Church officiating. Procession will follow to Roselawn Memorial Park for burial. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com; Online Tributes page.