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Phyllis Bilowich Obituary
She was born on June 17, 1924, in Butler, to the late Harold J. Tritsch and the late Audrey (Corbin) Tritsch.
Phyllis was a member of the PLCO Cancer Research Program at the University of Pittsburgh. She also was a member of the USO, and a life member of the Tanglewood Senior Center. Phyllis was a homemaker and was a bookkeeper for various companies in the Butler area.
She is survived by two sons, Russ S. (Bruni) Bilowich of Akron, Ohio and J. Andrew Bilowich of Butler; two daughters, Wendy Bilowich of Butler and Darla J. (William) Brannon; 10 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; seven great-great-grandchildren; one daughter-in-law, Cindy Bilowich of Summerville, Fla.; one brother, William Tritsch of Berlin, Pa.; one sister, Carol Atkinson of Green Valley, Ariz; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Michael Bilowich Jr., whom she married on Nov. 19, 1949, and who passed away on May 4, 1984; three sons; one daughter-in-law; one son-in-law; one sister; and one brother.
BILOWICH - According to her wishes, there will be no public visitation or funeral for Phyllis M. Bilowich, who died Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.
A memorial service will be held at the convenience of family.
Private burial will take place at Butler County Memorial Park.
Arrangements were entrusted to THOMPSON-MILLER FUNERAL HOME, 124 E. North St., Butler.
All who knew Phyllis are encouraged to share their memories and upload photos to her unique remembrance page at www.thompson-miller.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Phyllis Bilowich
Pamela Tritsch Kovac
April 6, 2024
She was my Aunt.I have very fond memories of.She was known to many people as"Aunt Phyllis". She had a great sense of humor.She will be missed.I miss you Aunt Phyllis and know that you are in a better place now, much Love , Pamela Tritsch Kovac.
Paula Chuba Jesteadt
December 30, 2023
Aunt Phyllis is what i always would call her. She was a fun person and I know she will be missed. I always remember the fun times she had with her brothers. Much Sympathy,hugs, prayers to All of her family.
Jack and Patty Lunz
December 29, 2023
Condolences to the Bilowich family. So sorry for your loss.
May Jesus bring you peace and comfort at this time. Sending our prayers.
Roxanne Zellefrow
December 28, 2023
Thoughts and prayers for the Bilowich families!!!
Elaine Kusick
December 28, 2023
Darla, Andy and families: Thinking of you and extending thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace. May God rest your Mother's soul.
Cindy Bilowich
December 28, 2023
She was one of the best Moms. I will surely miss her. Love and prayers to the family.
Terry L Eppinger
December 28, 2023
Phyllis was an amazing woman who loved her family. What a legacy to have lived 99 yrs. Praying for the family for peace and comfort during this time.
Tracy Travaglio Sharpe
December 25, 2023
I'm sending my deepest condolences to you Andy, Rusty, Wendy, Darla and the rest of your family.
Barbara Hockenberry Reese
December 24, 2023
Sending prayers to the Family sorry for your Loss.
Carrie & Dan
December 24, 2023
So sorry Uncle Andy, Emily, Josh, & Bilowich family. Sending our love and condolences.
Love to all
A.M. and K.B.
December 23, 2023
Andy; Sending warmest hugs and love. The AM PetsingerSr. family.
Steve Young
December 23, 2023
My Condolences to the Bilowich Family
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