It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that the family announce the passing of our beloved mom, grandmother and great grandmother, Phyllis, on October 12, 2019. We will honour her for the rest of our lives.
Phyllis is survived by her five children and their families: son, Keith (Kathryn); two granddaughters, Bronwen and Rheanna (Justin); daughter, Donna; grandson, Jared and granddaughter, Leanne (Jason); great grandchildren: Ethan, Brooke; son, Bruce (Toni); two granddaughters: Sarah (Chad); great grandchildren: Bennett, Beckham, Samson, Spencer and Janessa (Daryn); great grandchildren: Dexter, Eliza, Savannah; daughter, Brenda; grandson, Tyler; great grandchildren: Erica, Elijah; son, Grant (Shelley); two grandsons, Kevin (Baylee) and Jason; daughter-in-law, Beverly; sister-in-law, Aunty Lou Hayes as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Predeceased by her loving husband and our father, Frederick (2007); infant daughter, Carol Anne (1952); her precious pets, Whitney and Miss Piggy.
Phyllis was the last surviving member of her family. She was predeceased by brothers, George and Dick; sisters: Cecile, Dorothy and Audrey.
Phyllis was also appreciative of her special caregivers and companions, Kerry Ann and Gina, the supportive staff and her many friends at Shepherds Care.
A Funeral Mass will be Celebrated at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday October 23, 2019 at St. Edmund Catholic Church, 13120 – 116 Street, Edmonton, AB.
In lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to the University of Alberta Hospital Foundation c/o Pulmonary Fibrosis, 8440 – 112 Street NW, Edmonton, Ab T6G 9Z9 or to the Canadian Celiac Association, 12122 – 68 Street NW, #9 Edmonton, Ab T5B 1R1
Jason Theiss says
From the first time I met Phyllis, I was instantly thinking of her as my grandma. She welcomed Brooke, Ethan and myself with open arms and treated us like one of her family. I will always remember her witty one liners just when you thought she wasn’t listening. And of course who can forget that appetite. Phyllis thank you for being a wonderful person in my life and my kids life. You were always a joy to be around and I will always remember you in my heart. Take care until we meet again.
Aunty Lou says
Dear Keith, Donna, Brenda, Bruce & Grant and all of you:
My heart goes out to all of you. I have been so blessed to have shared
58 wonderful years with all of you. Your Mom was a precious friend to
me and your Uncle Dick. Dick and she were not only brother and sister,
but close friends. Your home was the first one we visited when we
became engaged. We will miss her, and I see someone else has mentioned
the chocolate cake! She was so proud of all of your many
accomplishments. Know of my love and prayers for all of you.
Kevin for Aunty Lou
Gale MacMillan says
To the Miller family
It was with great sadness when I heard of Phyllis passing.
I will always remember Phyllis and Fred (because they just go together) with great fondness and a smile. They had a home where everyone felt welcomed and warm.
I remember what a wonderful person she was; kind and caring. Incredible mother and grandma who exemplified what we all strive to be as a parent.
She had this great laugh; it’s funny how certain things stay in your memory…I loved her laugh!
She will be looking out for all her family – as she always has.
My love and prayers
Gigi