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Phyllis Edgerton Obituary
September 18, 1944 - February 6, 2026
Phyllis Edgerton (née O'Dell), 81, of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, died peacefully at her residence with family by her side on February 6, 2026.
She was born in Necedah, Wisconsin on September 18, 1944 to Percy and Ruby (Blake) O'Dell. She was the second youngest of seventeen children and the youngest daughter of a large and close-knit family, an upbringing that shaped her lifelong devotion to family.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her husband Lynn Edgerton, her parents and siblings. She is survived by her children Deborah (Mike) Nichols, Brian (Mary) Edgerton, Charles Edgerton and Shelley Brandt. Her grandchildren Christopher Edgerton, Shane Winder, Amara Brandt, Amelia Lutz, Abigail Lutz, Sara Hopper, Nathan Rose, Kade Ross, Mary Jane Hopper, Jesse Bendel, Dalton Bendel, Kasen Edgerton, Karey Edgerton, Kallan Edgerton, and several great-grandchildren.
A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at a later date; details will be shared with family and friends.
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Shari Rossiter Martin
February 12, 2026
So sorry for your loss, my mom talked about her all the time prayers for your family
June Traver Schoff
February 11, 2026
So very sorry for your loss. Phyllis was an amazing and kind lady.
Janey Voltz (Guist)
February 10, 2026
I have known the family since 2015 I really loved the family I got really close with Amara and someone who used to live in Elroy Wi at the Motel there I just can't remember his name now been to many year's. May she rest in peace. My condolences and prayers go out to the family and friends.
Janey Marie Voltz (Guist)
February 10, 2026
Y ou Will Be Well Missed by all RIP
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Tina Larson
February 10, 2026
She will be very missed , she became like my second mom. I loved her dearly.
Sharon Wiley
February 10, 2026
May God be with you all upon Phyllis' passing. Sending hugs and sincere sympathy to you all.
Boots gifford
February 10, 2026
I was so sorry to hear about Phylis. I have known and loved her for so many years. I will remember her always.
Ruth and Kathleen Marose
February 10, 2026
May God bless Phyllis and your family as you remember this special lady! Sending hugs and sincere sympathy to you all!
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