Phyllis A. Enos

In Loving Memory of Phyllis Cunningham Enos October 17, 1947 – November 14, 2025 Phyllis Cunningham Enos was born on October 17, 1947, in Sparta, Tennessee, to Joe and Virginia Wilhite Cunningham. After a few early years in Sparta, the family began a westward journey, first to Detroit and eventually settling in Benicia in 1952 — the community that would become Phyllis’s lifelong home. Phyllis married Robert “Bob” Enos, and together they raised two children, Bobby Joe Enos and Stephanie Enos Tofoya. Over the years, she worked at Scotty’s, the Jolly Cone, and ultimately retired from Safeway in Benicia. No matter where she was, Phyllis brought warmth, humor, and a welcoming spirit. Phyllis never met a stranger, and never met a child she didn’t love. To many, she was simply “Nana” — a role she embraced with her whole heart. The close-knit community on the old part of Raymond Drive was her extended family, which she cherished A gifted cook and baker, Phyllis expressed her love through food. Her kitchen was famous for holiday treats and homemade goodies made especially for her grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and anyone lucky enough to be counted among her “special people.” Christmas was her season of giving, bringing cinnamon candy, chocolate-covered marshmallows, toffee, Rice Krispies treats, and popcorn balls that became treasured traditions. Phyllis passed away peacefully on Friday, November 14, just eleven days after learning she was ill. In that brief time, she was surrounded by the people she loved most—her children, grandchildren, neighbors, friends, and the community that meant everything to her. She is survived by her children, Bobby (Shanette) Enos and Stephanie Enos Tofoya; her grandchildren, Katrinia Garrison, Phillip (Stacia) Tofoya, Robert Enos, Natasha (Ruben) Rodriguez, Joshua Bell, and Justin Bell; her sister, Debra (Tom) Rice; sister-in-law, Barbara Enos; and brother-in-law, Tom (Sandy) Enos. She also leaves behind her other beloved family near and far, neighbors and friends who lovingly called her “Nana.” Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Bob, her parents, her stepfather Angelo DeLaTorre, and her in-laws, Bedford and Dora Enos. A special thank you to the Kaiser Hospice team. Celebration of Life plans are pending. Phyllis’s legacy is one of kindness, generosity, and boundless love. She touched countless lives with her open heart, warm smile, and unwavering care. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who were blessed to know her.

Phyllis A. Enos

October 17, 1947 - November 14, 2025