Phyllis Ann Cadwallader, age 80 of Lowell, passed away Sunday, April 23, 2017. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesse and Gertrude Braaksma; and loving husband of 54 years, Ralph Cadwallader. She is survived by her children, Denise (Richard Valdez) Cadwallader, Dewayne (Sheryl) Cadwallader, David (Tina) Cadwallader; grandchildren, Amber Slater, Richard Cadwallader, Alita Cadwallader, Jessica Cazier, Sara Cadwallader, Heidi Lamoreaux, Heather O’Brien; great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Jason and Samantha Cazier, and Iris and Israel O’Brien. Phyllis grew up in Goodland, Indiana, where she met and married Ralph. The couple moved to Michigan when Ralph received a job offer from Amway. She enjoyed working for the railroad for over 30 years and loved travelling, especially her trip out West by train. Glass cutting and basket weaving were a few of the crafts that kept her busy. She was a wonderful cook, and a loving mother and friend, who always kept an open door for all. Funeral will be held Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Roth-Gerst Chapel, 305 N. Hudson, Lowell, with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Rev. Brad Brillhart of Lowell United Methodist Church officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Gilda’s Club Lowell, 1806 Bridge St. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504-4921.
Phyllis Ann Cadwallader
09/29/1936
04/23/2017
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I miss you, great grandma. I remember you used to live at my grandparent’s apartment. I remember hearing the news of your death. I hope you’re still knitting up in heaven. I love you so much. I remember you called us because you forgot my and Iris’ names. I remember sneaking into your living room and watching cars on the TV. You were so mad. I remember always seeing your sewing machine in the dining room whenever I came over. I remember how cluttered your living room was. But most of all I remember your unconditional love for us. My grandma (Tina) still calls grandpa (David) Phyllis Jr. I started a company, Grandma. It’s called Nightmare Nest. We make D&D Campaigns and sell them online. I still love math, but my English class isn’t progressing well. I have to go to summer school for both semesters. I’m going into my sophomore year now! And Heidi had 2 kids! Bard and Aowen. I hope I spelled her name right. They live in Tennessee and are doing great! Me and my family are moving out of our old house and into a house that has 7 acres! 7! I don’t know if you can read these in heaven, but I hope so. If you can, You should knit a sweater for Grandpa! If you’re reading this up there, know we love you so much and I hope this reaches you well. goodbye for now.
-love, Israel Maxwell O’Brien