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Phyllis Andrus Obituary
August 20, 2017
Phyllis Jean Andrus of Fort Myers, Florida passed away at 12:45 AM on August 20, 2017. She was born on March 21, 1938 in Shiloh, Ohio, the daughter of the late Russell and Ruby Keith of Shiloh. Phyllis was a graduate of Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. She and her first husband, the late William (Bill) Coffman raised two daughters and had many adventures both in their careers and at play during their 47 years of marriage. They retired to Fort Myers 22 years ago to fulfill a dream of spending their time with their best friends, Bill and Pat Reid. After her husband Bill's death, it seemed like the adventure days were gone. Then much to her daughters' surprise, Phyllis met Ed Andrus and turned into a giggly teenager. A new life of love and adventure began, with Phyllis and Ed dividing their time between Ed's hometown of Chicago and Fort Myers.
Phyllis is survived by her loving husband of seven years, Edward Andrus of Fort Myers. She is also loved and missed by her two daughters and their families, Stephanie and Stephen Killian of Kennesaw, Georgia and granddaughter Eryn, and Cynthia and Bruce Whitehead of Fuqua Varina, North Carolina and grandchildren Dylan and Savannah. Phyllis loved gaining three sons with her marriage to Ed: Scott and Sarah Andrus of Prior Lake, Minnesota and grandchildren Aubre, Ariel and Isabella; Todd and Yetty Andrus of Darien, Wisconsin and grandchildren Crystal, Nick, and Alex ; and Eric and Lena Andrus of Cape Coral, Florida and grandson Jacob. Phyllis loved her family and friends very much and leaves behind cherished memories in the hearts of all who knew her. You may wish to honor her memory by giving to Cypress Lake United Methodist Church or Hope Hospice.
A memorial service will be held at Cypress Lake United Methodist Church on August 26, 2017 at 1:30PM with Reverend Thom Shafer officiating. Arrangements by Hodges-Kiser Funeral Home 239-481-4341
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Marlene/Howard Cuppy
April 12, 2018
So very sorry to learn about the passing of Phyllis. She was our classmate and I always looked up to her in school. She is in the arms of God and is at peace now. RIP Phyllis.
August 27, 2017
Dear Ed and family. Phyllis was a grand lady and a joy knowing her.. Her love of playing tennis and golf enhanced her spirit of living life. My deep condolences. She will be missed. Teri Stack, Schaumburg, Il.
Jule Kammeyer
August 27, 2017
Dear Ed, Stephanie, Cynthia and Family, My sincerest condolences on the loss of Phyllis. From the first time I met Phyllis I knew she was special. She was such a kind and vibrant lady. You are all in my prayers.
Stan Stack
August 26, 2017
Dear Ed & Family,
Phyllis was a wonderful person.
We will all miss Her.
May God Bless Phyllis and your entire family.
Stan & JoAnne Stack Barrington, Il
August 24, 2017
Dear Ed and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry to hear of your loss.
Stan & Kathy Moeschl
Alexandria, MN
August 23, 2017
Dear Ed and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a great lady. Our prayers are with you at this sad time. Bob & Vi Jeglum
Robin&Jeff Shuff
August 23, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Phylisss" passing. We feel lucky to have known her, she was a wonderful, funny, sweet woman. She will be remembered fondly. Ed please accept our deepest condolences on your loss.
John Klaas Sr
August 23, 2017
God Bless you Ed,You are my thoughts and Prayers at this time. A perpetual memorial has been established for Phyliss at "The Society of the Little Flower" in Illinois.
Mary & Scott Blais
August 22, 2017
Dear Ed and family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you.
August 22, 2017
Phyliss was a very close first cousin of mine. We grew up close together in Shiloh,Ohio. Phyliss mother Ruby Keith and my mother Cloia AdamsGose were sisters. Phyliss was a very caring and loving person and will be terribly missed by her family and many relatives.
Chandos Gose
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