Phyllis M. Stressel

1933 - 2025

Phyllis M. Stressel obituary, 1933-2025, Addison, IL

Phyllis M. Stressel

1933 - 2025

BORN

1933

DIED

2025

Phyllis Stressel Obituary

Visit the Humes Funeral Home - Addison website to view the full obituary.

Phyllis M. Stressel nee Monachello, 91 of Addison. Beloved wife of the late August. Beloved daughter of the late Sam and Mary Monachello. Loving mother of Mary (Robert) Mayyou, Carol Stressel (Gary Strain) and Donna (Tim) Stressel. Cherished grandma of Brandon (Rachel) Mayyou, Ashley Mayyou (Timothy McCormick), Nick (Giulianna) Mayyou, Matthew Golan (Brittany Montague), Tara (Matt) Lebron, Jeff (Kristy) Stolarz, Zack (Sylvia) Stolarz and Scott Strain. Treasured great grandchildren McKenna, Travis, Tucker, Maya, Michael, Tessa, Willa, Madison, Tyler, Gunner, Callie and Freya. Sister of the late Marie Gerold and the late Joseph Monachello. Special Sister-in-law of Nancy Monachello. Also survived by many cherished nieces and nephews. We also honor her lifelong friendship with Mary Ann Hatchell.

Visitation Friday, March 14, 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. at Humes Funeral Home, 320 W. Lake Street, Addison (2 Mi. W. of Rt. 83, 2 Mi. E. of Rt. 53). Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Church, 1233 W. Hotz Avenue, Addison. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL.

Phyllis was a wonderful mother who was always there when her children needed her the most. Phyllis held her grandchildren and great-grandchildren close to her heart, cherishing every moment spent with them. Her spirit will live on in the lives she touched and the legacy of love she created. Despite facing physical challenges from a young age, Phyllis embodied resilience and determination, teaching her family the value of perseverance. Her indomitable spirit inspired them to become stronger individuals, and for that, they are forever grateful.

For info, www.HumesFH.com or 630.628.8808

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Humes Funeral Home - Addison

320 West Lake St, Addison, IL 60101

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