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Phyllis Sporleder Obituary
Born: February 19, 1931 in LaMoille, IL
Died: July 16, 2025 in Sublette, IL
Phyllis L. Sporleder, 94, of Sublette, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Wednesday, July 16, 2025. Born in LaMoille, Illinois on February 19, 1931, she was the beloved daughter of the late Walter Ansteth and Laura Bonnell. She married Elmer L. Sporleder September 16, 1951 in LaMoille, IL.
Phyllis worked as a cook for many years, serving the local schools and the Mendota Elks. She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who will be missed by all who knew her.
Phyllis is survived by four children: Julie Biederstedt of Sublette, IL, Lori (Dave) O'Brien of Tx, Kevin Sporleder of Sublette, IL, and Tony (Tina) Sporleder of Amboy, IL; five grandchildren: Jeff Biederstedt, Joanie (Steve) Dinges, Scott O'Brien, Tim (Katy Miller) O'Brien and Kerri (Clay Pacatte) O'Brien; and one great grandchild: Adelaide O'Brien.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Elmer; one son: Keith Sporleder: one son-in-law: Carl F. Biederstedt; and three siblings: Ted Ansteth, Jeane Kennedy, and June Billings-Benjamin.
Memorial visitation will be Friday, July 25, from 9:00 - 11:00 AM at the First Congregational Church of LaMoille. Memorial service will be 11:00 AM at the church following the visitation with Pastor Paul Butler officiating. Burial of cremated remains will follow at the Greenfield Cemetery in LaMoille, IL. Memorials can be directed to the First Congregational Church of LaMoille or OSF Hospice. Please visit www.horner-merritt.com to sign the online guest book.
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Sandy ansteth welch
October 12, 2025
She was a cousin, our grandmother was violet, Laura's sister and she was married to Elmer ansteth.
Jean & Roger Simkins
August 12, 2025
We were saddened to hear the news of your Mother’s passing. Treasure all the great memories you enjoyed with her. God bless you all.
Brian Reinhold
July 23, 2025
A true lady. She put up with a lot of nonsense from me (and a couple other guys) whilst we were growing up. I'll always remember her tilting her head with that lovely smile on her face, when scolding us. Love always.
Denise Bickett
July 22, 2025
I was blessed to care for her. She was a cook when I was in grade school as well. Rest in peace and know you are loved! My deepest of sympathies for her family.
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Nancy Fultz
July 21, 2025
I am so sorry to hear this. I enjoyed doing her hair!
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