Phyllis M. Teshima of San Juan Bautista, beloved wife of the late Kenneth Teshima, passed away unexpectedly in Salinas, CA on Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at the age of 79 years.

Phyllis was a native of Hollister, a lifelong resident of San Benito County, a graduate of Hollister High School, and was a homemaker most of her life. She enjoyed playing cards with her friends and socializing in “up-town” San Juan Bautista and was an avid supporter and participant of J.A.C.L. Bingo.

She is survived by her children Michael Teshima (Mary Ann), Patti Slater (Ken), Teri and Gary Teshima; grandchildren Steven, Matthew, Jennifer, Emily, Thomas, Jessica, Daniele, Thomas and Heather ;

( Predeceased by grandson Brandon); great grandchildren Andrew and Jasmine, and many nieces and nephews.

Friends are invited to a Memorial Service on Monday, January 2, 2017 beginning at 11:00 a.m. at the Grunnagle Ament Nelson Funeral Home, 870 San Benito St., Hollister. A reception will follow the service.