Phyllis A. Jenison Obituary

The family of Phyllis A. Jenison of Ames, Iowa announces her passing on August 27, 2026. Phyllis, born on February 12, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer Soma and Sylvia Soma (Chapman); her husband Rollie; her siblings, Audrey Elliott, David Soma and Cheryl Soma; and her granddaughter Lena Jenison.

She is survived by: her children, Lisa Keller (Jim) and Leigh Jenison (Susan); her grandchildren, Andrew, Paul, Grace Keller, Anna (Danny Umhoefer) and Tom Jenison (Kierra Carbajal); her great grandchild Samuel Umhoefer; and her sisters, Sandra Losen, Eloise Davis and Kathy Schroder (Ron). She is also survived by her parents, her children and grandchildren, her husband.

She made everything from cloth napkins, table runners, and placemats to masks when there was a shortage at the beginning of the pandemic.

Memorials may be directed to Reiman Gardens through the Iowa State University Foundation or to donor's choice.