Obituary
Phyllis (Penny) Epstein Grubin
January 5, 1929 – February 27, 2026
Phyllis (Penny) Epstein Grubin, 97, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Carlsbad, California. Born in The Bronx, New York, on January 5, 1929, to Jeanette and George Rose, Penny lived a life defined by independence, courage, and deep love for her family.
She is survived by her devoted husband, Dr. Marty Grubin; her children, Beth Robin Lieberman and Steven Philip Epstein; her …
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Memories & condolences
So sorry for your loss dear cousins… but you had her for a full lifetime. May her memory be a blessing . your family l…
So sorry for your loss dear cousins… but you had her for a full lifetime. May her memory be a bless…
So sorry for your loss dear cousins… but you had her for a full …
I have so many fond memories of Penny when we were kids growing up on McDonald Street. She was always a fun and happy p…
I have so many fond memories of Penny when we were kids growing up on McDonald Street. She was alwa…
I have so many fond memories of Penny when we were kids growing …
I felt that Penny would be the one to defy death and live forever! Growing up with Beth as the neighbor next door I re…
I felt that Penny would be the one to defy death and live forever! Growing up with Beth as the nei…
I felt that Penny would be the one to defy death and live foreve…
Favorites
What was Penny's favorite color?
Gray, red, black and mauve
Gray, red, black and mauve
Gray, red, black and mauve
What were Penny's favorite foods?
She loved Chinese food!
She loved Chinese food!
She loved Chinese food!
What were Penny's favorite artists or styles of art?
She loved Asian Art & Decor
She loved Asian Art & Decor
She loved Asian Art & Decor
What were Penny's favorite games to play?
Mahjong!!!
Mahjong!!!
Mahjong!!!
Other key details
Cause of death
Natural causes
Method of disposition
Burial
Final resting place
Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park
3500 Pacific View Dr, Corona Del Mar, CA 92625
Funeral services provided by
Pacific View Mortuary & Memorial Park
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