Phyllis I. Munson
October 31st, 2020
Heaven gained another angel on Saturday, October 31, 2020. After a brief stay in Red Deer Hospice Phyllis passed away peacefully with her husband of 69 years, Bob, and her three daughters and one of her granddaughters by her side.
Phyllis was the youngest of seven children, born May 28, 1930, to Sigurd and Isabelle Broughton. She grew up in the Meeting Creek-Edberg area in Central Alberta. After completing her business training, she went to work in the Camrose office of Calgary Power where she met her soul mate and love of her life, Bob. After marrying in 1951, during Bob’s lengthy career with Calgary Power, later TransAlta Utilities, they spent the next several years moving around the province, starting their lives together in Calgary (where Carol was born), then Olds (where Marion was born), Hardisty, and Blairmore (where Sharon was born) before moving to Sylvan Lake. In 1971 they moved to Red Deer where Bob was Division Supervisor, then Camrose, returning to Red Deer in 1982 where he retired as Division Manager.
After retiring, they spent 25+ years as snowbirds, spending their winters in Mesa, Arizona, and summers in Red Deer. Music was a big part of their lives, with Phyllis playing the piano and Bob, the trumpet. She enjoyed nothing more than having the whole family gathered. Both Bob and Phyllis were avid golfers and spent a lot of their summers travelling around Alberta exploring different golf courses. Phyllis won the Marg Ward Memorial Trophy for a provincial ladies golf tournament in 1981.
In 2018 they moved to Timberstone Mews, where she resided until her passing. Phyllis was very active with the Timberstone community, participating in crib tournaments, game nights, carpet bowling, shuffleboard and other activities.
Phyllis is survived by her husband, Bob; daughters, Carol (Jim), Marion (Len), and Sharon; seven grandchildren, Rob (Nira), Heather, Jena (Ryan), Jesse (Sarah), Lindsay, Jennifer and Kristen (Tim); and nine great-grandchildren, Anjali, Amara and Rheya; Zachary, Mikayla and Jordan; and Catharina, Gabriella and Henry.
Phyllis will be greatly missed by all who knew her. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Red Deer Hospice Society, 99 Arnot Avenue, Red Deer, Alberta, T4R 3S6.Messages:
Bob, Marion, Len and Family, Our deepest sympathy is with you all! May you keep all the wonderful memories of a wife, mother, grandmother, aunty, dear friend to many in your hearts. Bob & Marlene Stevenson
Bob, Carol, Marian & Sharon. Sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing. She lived a full life and enjoyed her family & friends. We had many good times camping and playing music. She will always be remembered by all that knew her. Stay strong. That's what Phyllis would want.
Bob, Carol, Marion, Sharon & families. Sorry to hear of Phyllis' passing. She had a full, wonderful life. She was a friend to everyone she met. You will surely miss her in the days to come, Stay strong & keep a smile on your face. That's that she would want.
Extending my profound sympathies on the loss of your beloved matriarch. I feel blessed to have been on the receiving end of her (and Mr. Munson's) wonderful smile. This amazing couple was so welcoming to me when I had the pleasure of being dear Jena's Big Sister for several meaningful years. It is always powerful to witness a loving relationship - so evident in them - and to see their joy in living life to the fullest! To Marion, Jena and Jesse, on behalf of my Mother and my brothers, I'm very sorry to learn of this big loss to your family. May her light and spirit live on in your continued love and care for each other. Take care and God bless. Sincerely, Pauline Mousseau
Thank you for sending me the obituary Marion. It is so sad to have a loved one pass. My deepest condolences to the family. Phillis was such a wonderful person who deeply loved and was devoted to her family. She was a committed and loving partner to Robert, such a wonderful couple. She leaves you a legacy of her many genuine qualities that have influenced you all and are carried on to her children and grandchildren.
Oh Marion. I am so sorry for your loss. As I read thru your mom’s obituary I see that she had an amazing life. May you take comfort in having had her around for so many beautiful years. You are in my thoughts.
Dear Marion & Len, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
So sorry for your loss, Marion, Len and family. We are thinking of you.
Bob, Carol and Jim, Marion and Len, Sharon and all the grandchildren and great grandchildren. We are saddened to hear that Phyllis has passed away. It is difficult time for all of you and we want you to know that we’re thinking of you all in friendship and love. Family is so important at these times, and no doubt you are holding each other tight as you go through these days! Love from Ann and Brian Nielsen
Thank you all for your kind words of support. Your condolences are very much appreciated.