Phyllis Munitz, 90, of Grinnell, died on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at the Mayflower Community Health Care Center in Grinnell.

A private interment was held at New Montefiore Cemetery in West Babylon, New York on Sunday, October 19, 2025.

Memorial cards may be mailed in care of the Smith Funeral Home and Crematory, PO Box 368, Grinnell, IA 50112. Condolences may be shared online with her family at www.smithfh.com.

Phyllis Lee Pulaski was born February 21, 1935 to Ike and Rose Pulaski in Brooklyn, New York, where she became and thrived as a RN.

Phyllis was united in marriage to Rudi Munitz in 1964. They built a life in Potomac, Maryland before retiring to Savannah, Georgia, where they spent many happy years.

Phyllis loved all things crafts and leaves behind incredible paintings, needlework, and other treasures.

Phyllis is survived by her daughter, Elissa (Lonnie) Lett of Grinnell Iowa; grandsons, Samuel Lett of St. Pete, Florida and Aaron Lett of Grinnell, IA; her nephews; and her cousins. She is preceded in death by her husband, parents, and other loved ones.