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Phyllis Schulz
04/13/1929 - 03/07/2026
BORN
04/13/1929
DIED
03/07/2026
Phyllis Schulz Obituary
Phyllis was born on April 13, 1929 in Fremont Michigan to Jack and Margaret Lancaster. Fiercely independent ever since her parents died when she was 16, Phyllis maintained her wit and sense of humor until the end. Phyllis was welcoming, warm, and generous to everyone she met throughout her life.
Phyllis is predeceased by Henry (Hank), her husband of 62 years, whom she married in 1954, her daughter-in-law Laurie (Ensing) Schulz, her granddaughter Kari Schulz Hessler, and her sister Marjory Brown. She is survived by her loving children Robert (Kristi Haisma) Schulz, Carol (Sandra) Schulz, Marilyn Carr, Elise (Malcolm) Hamilton, and James (Rebecca English) Schulz. Phyllis also leaves 12 devoted grandchildren - Cody, Craig, and Kelsey (Eric Swanson) Schulz; Calloway and Lillian Schulz; Elaina, Evan (Mary), and Garett Carr; Sawyer and Taine Stoll; and Emily (Robert Pall) and Tessa (Tory Johnson) Schulz, 2 precious great-grandchildren Madison and Blaire Schulz, as well as several nieces and nephews.
In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place, and there will be no service. Immediate family will hold a private memorial at a later date.
Phyllis's children are extremely grateful to the hospice caregivers who provided comfort to both Phyllis and her family at the end of her life.
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Nan Ensing
5 hours ago
I hope the many happy memories you all have had through the years with Phyllis will ease her passing. I will always remember her great sense of humor.
Liz Korzeniauskas
Earlier today
Jim/Rebecca & family - My heartfelt condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. Your neighbor, Liz Korzeniauskas
Elizabeth English
Earlier today
Mrs. Schulz was a quiet, strong woman. She was the eye in the center of life's storms, not for her fierce responses, but for her steady but strong presence. No matter your bad moods, after seeing her, she always had a way of making sunlight shine into and through your bad moods, making you feel better. No matter the occasion (or for no special one) she always made you feel welcomed, usually offering food. Those who knew her were blessed, and her imprint she left on our hearts will never be forgotten.
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