Phyllis Mae Misch, 95 of Kouts and formerly of Wheatfield, passed away on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 in Valparaiso. She was born on October 31, 1929 in Pontiac, IL to John and Lucile (Armitage) Pawlisch and made her career as an executive secretary at Horn Chocolate Company in Kouts for over 20 years. She was a devoted and active member at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Kouts where she served as organist for over 50 years and was heavily involved in their Ladies Aid, served as choir director for a time, and was a Sunday school teacher. Her endless generosity and love for her community was further shown as a Bethesda volunteer for over 15 years and her involvement with Kouts Lions Club. On Sunday nights, Phyllis could be found hosting and attending game nights where she could be just a little bit competitive. She enjoyed board and card games and was a member of the Bunco Club. Her kindness, bright smile, and the way she showed her faith, sharing the gifts and talents the Lord gave her, will not soon be forgotten by all the lives she touched.
Survivors include sons: John (Anna) Schoon, Bruce Schoon, and Russell (Nancy) Schoon; grandchildren: Tony (Sundae) Schoon, Nick (Kristi) Schoon, Brian (Amanda) Schoon, Courtney (Josh) Young, Josh (Jaclyn) Schoon, and Jake (Haleigh) Schoon; 16 great-grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandson. She was preceded in death by husband, Merle Schoon in 1974; husband, Walter Misch in 2009; brother, John Pawlisch; son, David Schoon; and granddaughter, Amanda Schoon.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, December 28, 2024 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 507 S Rose Ave., Kouts, with a funeral service beginning at 12:00 PM with burial to follow at St. Paul Lutheran Cemetery, Kouts. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lion’s Club Scholarship Fund or St. Paul Lutheran Church.
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I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Phyllis. She was a wonderful person and never forgot a face. She was my God Mother when I was baptized several years ago at St. Paul.
My condolences to the family's she left behind. She will be missed but will never be forgotten! A wonderful soul. -Casey Cannon
So sorry to hear of Phyllis’ passing. Our hearts and condolences go out to all her family. -Matt & Jackie Selman
Our condolences, she was a wonderful caring lady and will be missed by all that knew her. -Claudi and Gordon Boyd
What a kind and graceful lady Phyllis was. My parents, Joy and Larry Woods, had the privilege of being long time friends with Phyllis and Walt through St. Paul’s church, Lions, Bethesda, Jaunts and Journeys and card nights. What a humble servant and pillar of the community your mom and grandma was. She blessed everyone who knew her and I’m thankful for the many ways she blessed me and my family. Our prayers and condolences go out to her family and friends. Lovingly, -Steve and Michelle Rodgers
