Phyllis K. Yaw
February 25, 2013
Phyllis Kae Yaw was born in Centerville, Iowa, on March 15, 1936, to John and Marie Chrisman of Allerton, Iowa, where she spent her youth on the farm. She graduated from Allerton High School in 1954. Phyllis passed away Monday, February 25, 2013, at Taylor House Hospice.
Phyllis is survived by her daughters, Debbie (Bob) Ragan, Vicky (Vern) Willey, Jan (Cliff) Alexander, and Roxanne Yaw; son, Doug Snodgrass; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sister, Dian Richardson; and her loving companion, Ed Lynam. She was preceded in death by her infant sister, Anne; parents; the father of her children, Wayne Snodgrass; and her husband, Art Yaw.
She always treasured her family and friends and enjoyed spending time with them. Phyllis loved the outdoors, helping her dad on the farm, horse back riding, bird watching, camping, hiking, traveling, and tennis. She also enjoyed music, movies, and was an avid reader. Until her health failed, she loved dancing.
She and Ed spent their winters in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas, where they enjoyed spending time with their friends and participating in the activities offered at their mobile home park.
Phyllis was a member of Altoona United Methodist Church, where she enjoyed helping with many activities over the years.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Friday, March 1, 2013, at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW in Altoona. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Saturday, the Altoona United Methodist Church, 602 5th Ave. SW in Altoona. Burial will be held at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, at Allerton Cemetery in Allerton, Iowa.
Memorial contributions may be made to Taylor House Hospice, or the Altoona Campus for Seniors.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
SANDY HAIT HUBBS
03/04/2013
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER WE ALWAYS HAD A LOT OF FUN SQUARE DANCING. THE GOOD OLE KOUNTRY KOUSINS. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU
Joann Keiran
02/28/2013
I am so sorry to learn of the
passing of your Mom.
We had lots of good times
together.
Janice (Argo) Gibson
02/27/2013
So sorry to hear about Phyllis. She is now pain free. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Jan & Traci Jo
Bobbi Yaw
02/27/2013
Didn't see much of Aunt Phyllis after Uncle Art passed , but we thought the world of her thoughts and prayers to the family
Jackie Mason
02/27/2013
Deb- So sorry to hear about your mom. Whenever you spoke of her it was always with love and admiration. Thinking of you and your family during this hard time.
Sheri Ragan & Family
02/27/2013
We are so sorry for your loss,
Your Mother lived a Long & Happy Life! May you all Remember Her Fondly & with Joy in Your Hearts!!
Martha DeVries
02/27/2013
I was so sorry to hear of Phyllis'
passing. She was a precious next door neighbor and friend.
I appreciated our relationship, one
of when we would water each others outdoor flowers when we
would travel.