Phyllis Graham, age 89, of Olney, IL, formerly of Quincy, died Sunday, October 12, 2025, at 2:15 pm in her home.
Phyllis was born June 8, 1936, in Hunnewell, MO, the daughter of John and Reba Spratt Taylor. She married Larry Graham on June 19, 1970, in St. Charles, MO. He preceded her in death on March 11, 2025.
Phyllis gave her heart to the Lord at Bethel Assembly of God in Quincy at a young age. She is best known for being a DJ on WGCA radio from 1985-2002. Her segment was called "The Flip Side" and it included a strong prayer ministry. Phyllis always had astrong card ministry as well. She would send uplifting and encouraging cards to manypeople every week. She was a member of First Assembly of God in Olney, IL.
Survivors include: two children, Shelly (Chris) Hultz of Quincy, and Jennifer (Bob) Buscher of Olney, IL; two brothers, Dave Taylor of Quincy, IL, and Johnny Taylor of Hannibal, MO; a sister Dianna Taylor of Rocky Mount, MO; two stepsons, Joe Graham and Gary Graham, both of Pittsfield, IL; 10 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; and one great great granddaughter.
In addition to her husband, Larry, Phyllis was preceded in death by: her parents; two sons, Kerry and Jeff Seals; and a granddaughter Karma Vickrey.
Visitation: 3:00 - 5:00 pm, Sunday October 19, 2025, at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home.
Services: 10:00 am, Monday, October 20, 2025, at Hansen-Spear Funeral Home with
Rev. Kenny Harland officiating. Burial in Greenmount Cemetery will follow.
Memorial donations may be made to First Assembly of God in Olney, IL. Memorial
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Hansen-Spear Funeral Directors are in charge of the arrangements.
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