"Aunt Phyllis made us feel so welcome when we visited. She always paid special attention to us kids. I loved touring her gardens with her. Even the flowers loved her. My favorite memory is the wonderful song she wrote for my wedding to Mike. I keep a copy of it and read it every year. I tried to come to her service but the weather did not cooperate. Sorry I could not be there with you. The three sisters are together once again. We miss them all."
In loving memory of
Phyllis L. Loerch
September 15, 1921 - October 23, 2010
HOFF FUNERAL AND CREAMATION SERVICE - RUSHFORD, MINN.
RUSHFORD, MINN. - Phyllis L. Loerch, 89, of Rushford died on Saturday, October 23, 2010, at the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home in Rushford.
Phyllis was born on September 15, 1921, in Warren Township, Winona County, Minn. to Ben and Amanda (Lafky) Bublitz. She was raised at Wyatville, Minn. On March 24, 1940, she married Lubertus "Bert" Loerch in Winona, Minn. Phyllis and Bert lived in Winona. She worked for Winona Knitting Mills and Rush Products in Rushford. Phyllis and Bert moved to Rushford in 1968, where she lived the remainder of her life. Phyllis was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Wilson, Minn., where she was a member of the ladies aid, was a Sunday school teacher and was in the church choir. Phyllis enjoyed gardening, flowers and music, especially piano, organ, guitar, and singing.
Phyllis is survived by three children: Jeanneen (Paul) Engrav of Rushford, Dennis (LaVonne) Loerch of Apple Valley, Minn., and Roxanne (Glenn) Woxland of Rushford; six grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, grandson, Chad Woxland, four brothers and two sisters.
The funeral service will be at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 26, 2010, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Wilson, Minn. with the Rev. Anthony Straseske officiating. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford, and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the church. Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Phyllis' family prefers memorials directed to the Good Shepherd Lutheran Home or to Trinity Lutheran Church.
Leave a memory of Phyllis and sign her online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com
Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/171205
Tributes
"We extend our deepest sympathy to the entire family in your loss. We know the angels are singing because Phyllis has joined the choir in heaven. We will miss her ever-present, spontaneous, toothy smile! What we continue to enjoy is the joyful influence she had in your lives that will always live on. God's blessings to all of you. Daryl & PJ"
"My Aunt Phyllis always made all of us kids feel right at home and we loved to go and visit her. We share many fond memories of her gardens and having BBQ's in her and Uncle Bert's backyard in Rushford. Now she is joined once again with her twin sisters who adored her, my Mom Joyce and Aunt Joy. May they all rest in Peace together. We miss them all dearly."
"Family of my Aunt Phyllis - You have my deep sympathy. These last years I missed the nice letters I received at Christmas time from Aunt Phyllis. She would tell me about her flowers and how sometimes deer would come and eat some of them and about the cat she welcomed into her home. I remember her words she wrote and I will always remember her as a beautiful gracious lady in every way. I enjoyed the visits that her and Burt would make to our Spring Valley home and the good time mom and dad would have visiting with them. Was always special to have them come. Was so good to see her and the twins at the Bublitz reunion I believe she put together for family. So glad my son took me there. Was a good time. I don't drive much anymore, so don't know if I will get to the funeral. I remember where Burt was buried, so if my children take me for a drive next spring, I will pay my respects and love to her and Burt. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God comfort you. Love, Cousin Marilyn"
"Jeanneen,Denni and Roxanne,It is so hard to lose our Mothers.My heart is sad for you today.Such a gracious Lady. Love Patt"
"All of us are very saddened by the passing of Phyllis. She will be greatly missed by all of us. She had a beautiful smile and laugh. We will never forget how she played the organ so wonderful and was good to all. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this time of loss."
"Aunt Phyllis will be remembered for her thoughtfulness toward others and her gentle nature. She was always warm and welcoming to all who knew her. We will remember the special times, fun and laughter we shared together as a family."
"I'm so very sorry for your families loss.............Sending prayers to help you through this very difficult time............May God Bless you all."
"Jeanneen and family, please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother, grandmother, and mother-in-law. Though she is no longer in your midst, she will remain in the hearts and minds of those who knew and loved her. I know you will cherish those memories always."