Phyllis Romano (Chase) was an English teacher at ACHS for many years starting in the early 60's. She was the youngest teacher at Amherst at the time, having just graduated from Rosary Hill College. Here's her obit from the Syracuse Newspaper: Chase, Phyllis Romano - September 10, 2005 Phyllis Romano Chase, beloved wife and soul mate of Howard Chase, went to her eternal rest on September 10, 2005. Phyllis was an adored mother, grandmother, sister, educator, coach and life force. Her passions included her family, friends and mentoring others. Her cooking was legendary, and her home was a place of welcome, warmth, music and laughter. A lifelong teacher, Phyllis held a BS in English from Daeman College, a master's in education from Towson University and a master's in reading from Syracuse University. She was a high school teacher for many years and later worked as a counselor at University College before becoming the associate director of Alumni Relations at Syracuse University. Phyllis was a founding member of OASIS and the Women's Fund of Central New York. She was a member of many philanthropic an educational organizations and was especially committed to groups that promoted women's interests. Phyllis was a faithful communicant of St. Lucy's Church in Syracuse. She was an enthusiastic role model for many young women who were fortunate enough to cross her path. Phyllis will be lovingly remembered by her children: Howie and his wife, Fionna; Cindy and her husband, Ron; Amy and her husband, Chris; Marc and his wife, Ann; daughter Stacy and her grandchildren Zoe, Eli, Katie, Tucker, Taylor and Casey. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Margaret; her brother Larry and his wife, Carolyn; and devoted sister-in-law, Carol. She was predeceased by her beloved parents, Sam and Mary Romano of Cheektowaga, NY. Calling hours for friends and family will be Monday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Pirro & Sons Funeral Home, 514 Turtle St. We will celebrate Phyllis' rise to glory at St. Lucy's Church on Tuesday, September 13, at 10 a.m. Please honor her life and joyful spirit by wearing colors of cheerful celebration at her Mass and calling hours. Contributions in Phyllis' memory may be made to St. Lucy's Church, 432 Gifford

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Published in the Syracuse Post Standard on 9/12/2005.