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Phyllis Skwarcan Obituary
May 1, 1935 - March 18, 2020
SOUTH BEND, IN - Phyllis M. Skwarcan, 84, passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2020 in Brookdale Nursing Facility.
Phyllis was born May 1, 1935 in South Bend to the late Ignatius and Martha (Walkowiak) Kandzierski. On August 24, 1957 Phyllis married the love of her life, Leonard Skwarcan; he preceded her in death on October 29, 2008. Phyllis was also preceded in death by her brothers, Stanley, John, and Bert Kandzierski; and her sisters, Theresa Goralski and Josephine Golubski.
Left to cherish the memory of Phyllis includes her son, Todd (Areta) Skwarcan; grandchildren, Alina, Gabrielle, and Ike Skwarcan; and many nieces & nephews.
Phyllis was a South Bend Catholic graduate. She worked for the Bendix Corporation and retired as the parish secretary from St. Hedwig Catholic Church. Phyllis was a parishioner of Holy Family Church and St. Mary of the Assumption. She was a member of MR Falcons, PNA 83, St. Adalbert's Sisters Auxiliary, and sang in the choir at St. Mary of Assumption Church. Phyllis was known for making her delicious cheeseballs and knitting custom Busia slippers. She enjoyed traveling and was able to visit Poland 3 years ago and attend Mass at St. Mary's Basilica.
Due to the current situation with Coronavirus there will be a private family service. Friends may mail condolences or any messages to the family to ST. JOSEPH FUNERAL HOME, 824 S. Mayflower Rd., South Bend, IN 46619. Condolences for the family may also be made at www.sjfh.net. Memorial contributions may be made to The Center for Hospice Care, 501 Comfort Place, Mishawaka, IN 46545.
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Christopher S
March 24, 2020
Eternal rest Grant upon her O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon her
March 21, 2020
Todd.....I was shocked and saddened upon seeing Mom's obituary this morning. Your Mom and Dad and the entire St. Mary's choir were important people in my life growing up. Art and Helen Tschida, my parents, were members along with your folks..they made beautiful music together and more importantly, had fun doing it. Their friendships lasted a lifetime. Your mom always had a smile on her face and was a pleasure to know. I will miss seeing her at Holy Family, we are members there now as well. I pray that you will be comforted knowing that she and Dad are resting in God's eternal peace.....my deepest sympathies to you and your family....I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Patty (Tschida) Gersey and my husband Marty.
Thomas Mnichowski
March 21, 2020
Dear Todd, Areta and Family , Please accept Our Deepest Sympathy in the loss of your Mom Auntie Phyllis She was such a Wonderful Lady! I was Proud to Call her Auntie ! She always had a Smile when I saw her ! We will miss her ! May God Bless You and Comfort You Todd , Areta and your Family in your time of Morning and grief . Sending You all Prayers Love ♥ and Hugs from the Mnichowski Family Tom , Pamela , Tommy and Jacob
March 21, 2020
Terry and I sang in the St Mary's choir for many years. You will be missed, Phyllis. You will now song beautifully with the choir of angels. Rest in peace
Ken Nemes
March 21, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Skwarcan family.
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