Phyllis M. Gingrich's Obituary
Mrs. Phyllis M. Gingrich, age 88, of Grand Rapids flew on angels wings to be present with the Lord and reunited with her loving husband, Vaughn and beloved dogs, Mitzie, Moni, Bunky and Bailee on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at Sanctuary at the Oaks in Muskegon where she lived for the past year and a half. She was born October 22, 1928 in Grand Rapids to Lester and Charlotte (Rinehart) Lamoreaux. On September 12, 1947 she married Vaughn Gingrich and he preceded her in death in 1988.
Phyllis was a loving, welcoming, and generous person. She loved her dogs, traveling, painting and made beautiful porcelain dolls. She and her husband, Vaughn opened their home to many people in need. Phyllis worked at Highlands Middle School for many years.
She is survived by two daughters: DiAnne (Dennis) Metternich, and Gail (Brigitte) Bartolucci-Gingrich; two grandchildren, Angela (Shane) Zander, Melissa (Gerry) Isip; three great-grandchildren: Tyler Metternich, Elise Zander, and Matthew Isip; brother-in-law, Jerry (Mary) Embrey; two nephews, and many cousins. She is also survived by her extended family at Sanctuary at the Oaks.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 PM Saturday, January 28, 2017 at The VanZantwick Chapel (620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417) with Chaplain Heather Dean officiating. Visitation will take place during the luncheon after the service. Interment will take place in Hilton Township Cemetery. Memorial contributions in memory of Phyllis may be given to the Sanctuary at the Oaks (1740 Village Drive, Muskegon, MI 49442) or Cure Alzheimer’s Fund. Please sign the family’s online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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