Birth date: Jul 12, 1936 Death date: Jun 29, 2015
Phyllis Melcher Osburn, a loving and devoted wife, mother, and friend, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2015 surrounded by her family at home in Madisonville, LA. She was the wife of the late William F. Osburn, mother of Kelly O. B Read Obituary
Mary, I was so sorry to learn of your mother's death. I know how very close you were to her. You will be in my heart and prayers.
What a joy to have known your mom these last few years. The closeness between you, Mary, and your mom was the finest I have ever seen.
Love,
Kathy Marx
I first met Mrs phyllis and Mary for Hurricane Katrina when a mutual friend Curtis called me and said, He had some friends stuck in a school in Gretna, La. Following the aftermath of the hurricane. My police unit was taken by water, so i went in my truck to the school. I circled the block and there she was, mrs Phyllis poking her head out the second floor window. She and Mary ran to the truck, they looked rough and i later learned they swam out of Chalmette. I took them to my home for a hot shower and boiled shrimp. My camper had air conditioner so they had a good night sleep. Days later I got permission and another police car to bring Phyllis and Mary to Madisonville, La. to reunite with her son. Upon our arrival, the son came from a neighbors home and the tears were flowing, i had to leave in a hurry as I overwelmed with joy. I knew then, i had friends for life. Mrs Phyllis always said I was her hero, but she and Mary were the true Heros. I was very upset to get the call from Mary of her passing, but God our creator just gained a true Angel. Bless the Osburn family, im sure she is shining upon all her friends and family......Scotty-Avondale, La.
Mary, I will keep you in my prayers. I know you were very close to your mom. Keep her in your heart always as I do with mine, turn to her for strength and guidance. The Speerlys
I have wonderful memories of spending time with Phyllis as I planned my wedding in 1980. She personally made each and every floral item from my bridal bouquet to boutonnieres for the groomsmen, corsages, bridesmaids bouquets and wreaths. She also lent her china painting skills as she hand painted each bridesmaid a beautiful heart locket as my thank you gift to them. My wedding would not have been half as beautiful without her talents. It is impossible to look at my wedding pictures and not think of her.
