Phyllis Tobias

Phyllis Anne Tobias, born on March 2, 1942, to Morris Kline and Antoinette Tautkins Kline, passed away peacefully on October 27, 2024, at the age of 82. A devoted mother, grandmother, and friend, Phyllis’ life was a testament to love, compassion, and service. Phyllis' first marriage to Thomas Louis Vlach brought forth two beloved daughters, Sarah Anne Vlach (Mark Holbrook) and Susan Rebecca Wilson. She was a proud mother, always encouraging her children to pursue their dreams. Joyfully, she later met and married Paul Henry ("Pete") Tobias, with whom she formed a deep and loving bond until his passing in 2021. Phyllis wholeheartedly embraced her role as a stepmother to Eliza LaBoiteaux Tobias Sharp (Matthew Sharp), fostering lasting memories and cherished connections within their blended family. She loved being a grandmother to Hans Holbrook, Helen and Constance Sharp, Sam Wilson and Hannah Holbrook. Phyllis dedicated her professional life to social work, making a significant impact on the lives of many. She worked in adoptions and felt it a privilege to help both birth parents and adoptive parents. After retiring from adoption work at Jewish Family Service, she worked at Isaac M. Wise Temple. She was known for her kindness, wisdom, and unwavering support for those in need. Outside of her career, Phyllis was an active member of her community, participating in book clubs and volunteering her time to various causes, always ready to lend a helping hand. Other hobbies included piano and Tai Chi. She was a great lover of dogs. She valued relationships with her neighbors, Newcomer’s Club in Idaho Falls and long time friendships from Cincinnati. Phyllis leaves behind a legacy of friendship and love, remembered fondly by her many friends and family. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, November 1, 2024, 4-6 pm at Idaho Falls Country Club, 11611 Country Club Road 208-523-5757. Service in Cincinnati will be on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Wise Center, 8329 Ridge Road, Cincinnati OH, at 3 pm, visitation with family and friends immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to: National Employment Lawyers Association (NELA) 501(c)(6) tax status – contributions are not tax deductible 1800 Sutter Street, Suite 210 Concord, California 94520 National Institute for Workers’ Rights (NIWR) 501(c)(3) tax status – contributions are tax deductible 1800 Sutter Street, Suite 210 Concord, California 94520 Her spirit of generosity and compassion will continue to inspire all who knew her. Phyllis will be deeply missed but forever held in the hearts of those she touched.

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Phyllis Tobias

March 2, 1942 - October 29, 2024