Phyllis Wade Kite

Phyllis Frantz Wade Kite passed away peacefully in Palm Harbor, FL on October 29, 2026, under the care of Suncoast Hospice. She was born on May 15, 1932, in Greene County, OH, but spent most of her life in Urbana, OH. Since 2001, she wintered in Bradenton, FL and moved there full-time in 2021. Phyllis moved to Largo, FL in 2023 to be closer to her daughter.

Phyllis is predeceased by her first husband, Donald Wade, who she was married to for 39 years and her daughters, Pamela (Dennis) Torsell and Marianne Moore and brothers, Richard and James Frantz.

She is survived by husband, Bud Kite, daughter, Linda (Feyzi) Serim, son-in-law, Perry Moore, grandchildren, Buddy (Tonya) Torsell, Lesley (Steph) Torsell, Rose (Johel) Fonseca and Mark Serim. She is also survived by numerous great-grand pups.

Phyllis will be remembered for her love of her family and her strong work ethic, having worked at Grimes/Honeywell for 38 years. She served as the secretary of the Grimes Quarter Century Club for many years.

Phyllis was always kind and willing to help others and was known for her homemade beef and noodles, zucchini bread and strawberry shortcake. She loved to share what she cooked with family, friends and neighbors. She was a true Buckeye and was a huge OSU football fan. Phyllis will be greatly missed by her family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Suncoast Hospice Foundation, 2675 Tampa Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34684.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at 2 pm at Oakdale Cemetery in Urbana, OH.