Phyllis passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 at the age of 86 years. She was predeceased by her parents Nels and Elizabeth Scott and brother Jim. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 66 years Walter; children Patty Wilke, Peggy (Jim) Altwasser and Marylee (Larry) Howlett; grandchildren Scott (Michelle) and Marnie (James) and their father Bill Wilke, Jonathan (Sandra), Julie (Paul) and Tara, Michael (Valerie) and Janelle (Chris); six beloved great grandchildren; sister-in-law Ina Scott; as well as nieces, nephews, extended family and good friends. Phyllis was born in Yellow Grass and farmed there with Walter for many years. They retired to Fort Qu'Appelle and later to Regina. They spent many wonderful winters in Arizona where they made even more good friends. Phyllis was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and a gracious hostess to all. The family wishes to thank the staff of Santa Maria Senior Citizens Home for their care and compassion. A memorial service was held at Regina Funeral Home, Hwy #1 East, Regina on Saturday, October 26 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Lois Knudson Munholland officiating. Donations in memory of Phyllis may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Saskatchewan, 301, 2550 - 12 Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. Arrangements entrusted to Regina Funeral Home (306) 789-8850.
