Phyllis Ruth Shanke Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Phyllis Ruth Shanke (Olivette, Missouri), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Phyllis Ruth left this world on July 18, 2025 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Phyllis Ruth Shanke to show support.
Though Phyllis Ruth has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her husband Irvin Shanke; her son Steven Shanke; and her siblings, Gene and Bob. She is survived by: her daughter Vicki Smith (Edward) of Palm Harbor, FL; and her grandchildren, Matthew and Alexis Smith.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Chesed Shel Emeth Cemetery (650 White Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63017).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions preferred to the Harvey Kornblum Jewish Food Pantry, 10950 Schuetz Road, St. Louis, MO 63146.
