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Phyllis Wood Obituary
Phyllis A. Wood, 77, of Elkhart, passed away on Tuesday, Dec. 13, 2022, at Elkhart Place.
Phyllis was born on March 27, 1945, in LaPorte, Indiana, to the late Daniel and Masselene (Allen) Smith. She married the love of her life, Ronald E. Wood, on May 20, 1967. Ron passed away on Feb. 22, 2015.
Phyllis is survived by her son, Michael (Wendy) Wood of Elkhart; grandson, Sean Wood; and sister, Carolyn (Rick) Rozhon of Valparaiso, Indiana.
Phyllis worked in the financial departments of various local businesses including the Toll Road, as a home health aide, and finally retiring from WorkOne. In her spare time, Phyllis was an avid reader, especially Danielle Steele. She listened to Elvis Presley and enjoyed watching his films. Phyllis also enjoyed visiting the Amish stores in Shipshewana. In her later years, she enjoyed playing bingo with her friends.
Phyllis was an independent and strong-willed woman. She was an animal lover and adored her schnauzer dogs.
A funeral service celebrating Phyllis's life will begin 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 21, at Adamsville Road Church of God, 51287 C.R. 7, Elkhart, IN 46514, with Pastor Glenn McClimans officiating.
Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m., an hour prior to the start of the service at the church.
Burial will be at Little Pine Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to The Humane Society of Elkhart County, 54687 C.R. 19, Bristol, IN 46507.
Those who wish to send a condolence, share a memory, or send flowers may do so at www.billingsfuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Karen Thompson
December 19, 2022
Phyllis was my dear neighbor and friend for many years. We spent many hours together just being friends. I´ve missed Phyllis from the day she moved into assisted living. Every time I look at her home it reminds me of Phyllis.
Thanks for being my friend!
Karen Thompson
Jim & Peggy Wood
December 15, 2022
Michael and family so sorry to hear of her passing. Prayers to you all.
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