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Graveside Ceremony: 3 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2023, at Elmwood Cemetery in Flora
Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery.
Mary Phyllis McGrew, age 85, of Xenia, Illinois, passed away Thursday morning, July 13, 2023, in Springfield, at the home of her daughter.
Phyllis was born December 23, 1937, in Clay County, the daughter of H.E. and Lyndall (Armes) McGrew.
She is survived by her children: Connie Brown (Denver) and John Brown; 3 grandchildren: Kimberly (Jeff) Ayers, Amity Frey, and Kayla Hodgson; 11 great-grandchildren; 4 brothers: Ronnie (Barb) McGrew, Charles (Debra) McGrew, Danny (Kit) McGrew, and Dannie Wyatt; and 2 sisters: Barbara (Ron) Prather, and Carla (Stan) Stanford.
Phyllis was preceded in death by her parents: Ed McGrew, Dorothy McGrew, and Lyndall Wyatt; husband; an infant brother: Rickey Dean McGrew; and a granddaughter: Amanda Brown.
A graveside ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2023, at Elmwood Cemetery with Pastor Marty Ellison officiating. Those attending are asked to arrive directly at the cemetery. Arrangements are by Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Memorial donations are suggested to Clay County Cancer Crusaders, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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So sorry for your alls loss. Prayers for u all.
We are so sorry to hear you lost your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you and your families. Sending love. ❤️
So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for the family.
Carla & Family: We are sorry for the loss of your sister. You’re in our thoughts and our prayers.
We will miss Aunt Phyliss more than we can express. Phyliss was a one of a kind, loved her spunk & wit! Her spirit reminds us to have more fun & to keep shining! Love you, fly high!!!!
Carla, we are so sorry for the loss of your sister. Caring thoughts and prayers for you to get through this saddened time. May the memories of good times past remain in your hearts forever. Families are priceless, so enjoy your remaining family each and every day.
Thoughts, prayers, and hugs. There are lots of fond memories over most of our lives. Rest in peace, friend.
We are so sorry for your loss. Know that we will thinking of you all and prayers are going up. Phyllis was long time friend. She will be missed by so many. 🙏🏻
So Sorry for your loss.Prayers for the family.
Frank & Bright Funeral Home
and Cremation Services
500 North Main Street
Flora, Illinois 62839
Phone : (618) 662-2141
Fax: (618) 662-4600
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