Phyllis A Kalis

Phyllis A Kalis obituary

Phyllis A Kalis

Phyllis Kalis Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory on Aug. 4, 2025.

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Phyllis Ann Kalis, age 84, a resident of Fox Lake, IL passed away August 2, 2025 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington, IL. Phyllis was born on April 23, 1941 in Chicago, IL to parents Anton and Bernice Raysby. She is survived by her children; Debra (William) of Ingleside, IL, James (Valerie) of Altamonte Springs, FL, Joan (Scott) of Spring Grove, IL, and Doreen (David) of Plainfield, IL, along with 9 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and her sister, Carol. Preceded in death by her parents, and her brothers Tony and Ron. Phyllis loved family gatherings and cooking big meals to suit any occasion. She also felt compelled to help thy neighbor or feed people in need. Phyllis enjoyed creating artwork, attending church and going camping. She had a knack for making friends wherever life took her. Phyllis is someone to admire, and will be missed greatly.

Funeral services at this time will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, https://www.luriechildrens.org/ or St. Jude's Children Research Hospital, https://www.stjude.org/ For more information please contact Colonial Funeral Home, 815-385-0063

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Kathleen Busse French

August 12, 2025

I am so sorry but joyful for Phyllis' passing, sorrowful for all of our personal loss, but joyful that she is now in the arms of our beloved Savior and Lord Jesus Christ. Her faith was strong and her spirit stronger. She was my beloved cousin whom I loved dearly. My deepest condolences to the entire family. Please keep in touch. Love to you all!

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