Phyllis J Coakley

Phyllis Joyce Coakley was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Surrounded by her family, she left this world on July 24, 2024, at age 78. She is survived by her husband, Greg; two daughters, Laura [Mike] and Christina [Ryan]; son, Jonathon [Tracy]; grandchildren, Samantha, Katie, and Giada.



She was born to Peter and Louise Paserpsky on June 10, 1946. At age 9, she met Greg, the man she would later marry, when her friend got him to identify an unknown bug (praying mantis). Unbeknownst to her, she had captured his heart the first time he saw her. They married on June 25, 1966, and were married for 58 years.

She enjoyed spending time laughing and sharing stories with her family and friends. In her spare time, she would do needlepoint, refinish antiques, reupholster furniture, garden and play Sudoku. She also liked camping with the family and later spending time at their house in Door County, Wisconsin.



A memorial will be held October 20th from 4-6pm at Mama Vesuvio's in Palos Heights to celebrate her life and to share any special memories.