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Phyllis Joan Strouss (Tubbs) - Class Of 1950 VIEW PROFILE

Phyllis Joan Strouss (Tubbs)

Phyllis J. Tubbs

January 3, 1932 ~ September 16, 2022 (age 90) 

Phyllis Joan Tubbs, of South Bend, age 90, passed away on Friday, September 16, 2022 at her home with her son, and pet Chipper by her side. She was born to the late Glenn O. and Vanessa (Piety) Strouss in South Bend on January 3, 1932. Joan was a 1950 graduate of Central High School and went on to earn her degree in Interior Design from Ivy Tech Community College.

On September 7, 1951 in South Bend Joan was united in marriage to Harold William “Bill” Tubbs Jr. who preceded her in death on March 1, 2015.

She was a loving wife and mother who dedicated her life to her family. She enjoyed the world of designing so much that in her 50’s she returned to school earning her degree in Interior Design. She was a proud member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Schuyler Colfax Chapter, a 60 year plus member of the Homemakers club, Normain Heights Chapter. She also like to needlepoint and thoroughly enjoyed her monthly meetings of the British book club, which she attended well into her 80’s.

Joan is survived by her son, Dennis G. Tubbs of South Bend, and granddaughter, Suzanne Tubbs of LaCrosse, WI., sisters, Francis (Ken) Johnson of Ill, Eleanor Rich of Mishawaka, brother, Gene (Claudia) Strouss of Georgia, and her sons dog, Chipper who she loved to brag that she found first! Along with her husband, Bill she was preceded in death by her son Martin W. Tubbs.

In keeping with Joan’s wishes cremation has taken place and no services are planed at this time. Palmer Funeral Home – Guisinger Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Memorial contributions in Joan’s honor may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, Attn: Office of Development. 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607.

Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

09/20/2022 EJS



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