Phyllis E. Hughes, 70 years old of Rochester, IN, passed away on Thursday, June 7, 2012 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born July 17, 1941 in Minnesota, daughter of the late Frank and Evelyn Kiefer.
Phyllis was married to her husband of 53 years, Jerry W. Hughes who survives.
Also surviving are her daughters, Laura (Jeff) Matchette of Kingsbury, IN., Linda (Michael) McLeese of Rochester, IN; 5 grandchildren, Shawnique (Brian) Johnson, Nicole Hughes, Dustin (Krystal) Hine all of LaPorte, Jana (Billy) Haley of Angola, Michael Jo Lehman of LaPorte; 9 great grandchildren, Jordan, Zachary, Shianne, Jerry, Dustin, Faith, Jaelyn, Billy, Abigail; 2 sisters, Dorothy Hobart. Iva Wasielewski; many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents and 2 brothers, Kenneth and Frankie.
Phyllis was a LaPorte High School graduate and retired as a Assistant Director for the LaPorte County Community Corrections. She enjoyed taking care of her family, knitting, Bingo, and playing Pogo.
Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
Contributions may be made to the family of Phyllis E. Hughes, c/o Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2900 Monroe Street, LaPorte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.