Phyllis Jackson

1929 - 2025

Phyllis passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at Villa Marie in Red Deer, Alberta, at the age of 96. She was born at the farm at Netherhill, Saskatchewan, on April 16, 1929, the second daughter of Edward and Greta Hunt.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children Lorreen Ilott (Blaine), Lowell (Cheryl), Bryan (Debra) and Greg (Carola) Jackson, grandchildren Brent (Carrie) and Trent (Karla) Ilott, Andrea, Amy (Paul), Kevin, Diego (Claire) and Kyle Jackson and Courtney Scott (Kevin), great-grandchildren Coleton (Morgan), Jackson, Jocelyn, Alex, Carter and Grayson, as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Mom was predeceased by her much-loved and missed husband of 68 years, Lyle, her cherished daughter Connie, her revered parents and all three of her siblings, Bernice, Doris Ann and Lenore.

She was your typical hardworking Saskatchewan farm wife, helping with farm work while caring for the family and their many extracurricular activities. Much time was spent driving, attending and assisting with events at the ball diamond, skating rink, curling rink, band concerts, school, community and church. Mom was passionate about her family and her friends. She was concerned about their welfare and was always there to provide assistance. Phyllis liked to visit and made friends easily wherever she was located, including the 35 winters that were spent in sunny Mesa, Arizona. An avid reader and learner, she stressed the value of an education to her children and grandchildren. Mom also loved playing cards and would never pass up a game of bridge.

It was a life well lived. Well done, good and faithful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend; your work is done, and it is time for you to rest in peace.

A family memorial will be held at a later date.