Dana Goldstein

July 29, 1980–April 7, 2026

Dana Livni Goldstein, 45, beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister and friend, passed away at her home in Dallas on April 7, 2026.

Dana was born July 29, 1980, in Eilat, Israel. She built a life centered on family, generosity and meaningful connection with others. Dana was a kind and empathetic person, always thinking of those around her and finding quiet, thoughtful ways to show it. Whether bringing food, sending notes of encouragement or opening her home to gather people together, she made others feel cared for and supported. Her presence brought warmth and comfort to so many.

Dana was an artist at heart. She attended an arts high school and continued to pursue creative expression throughout her life. She studied photography at the Camera Obscura School in Israel and worked as a photographer and TV production assistant for Israeli cooking shows. Her creativity extended beyond photography into painting and cooking. It carried beyond her home kitchen into a food blog, a meal prep business and, in recent years, she became a personal chef, preparing thoughtful, highly nutritious meals for athletes.

Dana was a deeply devoted wife and mother. She loved her family near and far. Though she lived in the United States for the past 18 years, she remained closely connected to her family in Israel, especially her sisters Sheli and Nilli and her parents. Her two children were her pride and joy, and they will always be surrounded by her love.

Following her cancer diagnosis, Dana was surrounded by a village of friends who cared deeply for her and her family. Friends near and far showed up in countless ways, preparing meals, helping with her children, sitting with her during treatments and offering constant support, care and love. Dana felt that presence, and she was deeply grateful.

She is survived by her husband Amit Goldstein; her children Dean Goldstein and Mila Goldstein; her parents Gideon and Tamar Livni; and her siblings Sheli Livni and Nilli Livni. She was deeply cherished by her family and by all who knew her.

A funeral service was held Friday, April 10, at Tiferet Israel Cemetery.

Donations may be made in Dana’s memory to the Cholangiocarcinoma Foundation, cholangiocarcinoma.org, and PSC Partners Seeking a Cure, pscpartners.org.

May her memory be a blessing.

Phyllis Lynn Yonet Steinhart

Sept. 27, 1940–April 7, 2026

Phyllis Lynn Yonet Steinhart was born Sept. 27, 1940, in Houston to Isidore and Jennie Yonet and passed away peacefully April 7, 2026. She will be greatly missed by the countless friends and family members who loved and adored her.

Phyllis was an only child but was part of a tight-knit extended family, and she grew up surrounded by close relatives who lived nearby. Always the embodiment of friendliness and warmth, dozens of childhood friends remained close to her throughout her life.

The Yonets were active members of Congregation Emanu-El in Houston, where Phyllis was consecrated and educated in her Jewish faith.

Growing up, Phyllis’s magnetic and warm personality attracted a large collection of friends. As a child, she gained the nickname “Lulu” based on her resemblance to the classic cartoon character “Little Lulu.”

She attended San Jacinto High School in Houston before furthering her academics at the University of Texas at Austin, where she was a member of Sigma Delta Tau sorority. Many of the girls she met through SDT would become lifelong friends. It was a recurring theme throughout her life: Once you met Phyllis and became her friend, you would remain her friend for life.

It was in college where she met her future soulmate, Ronald Steinhart. Yet they did not start dating until they both moved to Dallas following their college years in Austin. Working as a medical technologist in Dallas, Phyllis reconnected with Ron, and the relationship bloomed into a wonderful romance that lasted the rest of her life. They married on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1965.

Less than four years later, the family quickly expanded with the birth of three sons, including a set of twins. Phyllis was a loving and active mother. She was a constant participant in school programs and, while channeling her tomboy childhood into a leadership role as an adult, she even served as coach for the boys’ soccer teams.

Phyllis was active in the community in her adopted hometown of Dallas, supporting civic activities and the arts as president, with Ron, of 500, Inc. A woman of great compassion, she volunteered for 15 years at Parkland Hospital, where she assisted with hearing tests for newborns in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

Phyllis also served on the advisory council of the Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center at UT Austin. A member of Temple Emanu-El in Dallas for decades, she was an active participant in its sisterhood organization and volunteered for the National Council of Jewish Women. Phyllis, along with Ron, was an ardent supporter and generous donor to many worthy organizations.

Spending time with her many close friends was a favorite pastime. Whether traveling on vacations or simply enjoying a good Tex-Mex meal and margaritas with girlfriends, Phyllis valued the time she spent with her many pals.

Perhaps nothing brought more joy to Phyllis than the arrival of her five grandchildren. She loved those kids so much and gladly spoiled them whenever possible. It was a true blessing that she was able to see all of them grow into outstanding young adults who loved their Mama Phyllis with all their hearts.

Phyllis was a true matriarch for her family, relatives and friends. For decades, she was the official family hostess as she cherished the chance to welcome them into her home year after year for holiday gatherings.

For a large portion of her adult life, Phyllis faced medical adversity. She bravely fought off several serious maladies and, all the while, she remained a steadfast pillar for her family. Her courage and resilience were an inspiration to all who knew her.

Phyllis and Ron recently celebrated their 61st wedding anniversary Feb. 14, 2026. Though ailing, Phyllis gamely joined her husband and all three sons, plus one grandson, to commemorate the event over dinner at her home. It was a treasured gathering not so different from similar meals that had taken place thousands of times over the past several decades.

Phyllis is survived by her loving and devoted husband Ron; her sons David Steinhart, Kenneth Steinhart and Barry Steinhart and his wife Meredith; her grandchildren Jared Steinhart, Will Steinhart, Matthew Steinhart, Meg Steinhart and Luke Steinhart; her brother-in-law Richard Steinhart and his wife Valorie; as well as a host of cousins, nieces and nephews who all loved her dearly and will miss her beyond comprehension.

A memorial service was held Monday, April 13, in the Olan Sanctuary at Temple Emanu-El.

The family asks that memorials be made to Temple Emanu-E, UT Southwestern Medical Center (engage.utsouthwestern.edu/give) or to a charity of your choosing.