Phyllis J. Olstad (Hofmann), age 78, of Perham, MN and formerly of Coon Rapids, passed away peacefully following a short illness, surrounded by loving family on April 14, 2019 in McAllen, TX. A celebration of her life will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, May 18th at Strike Life Tributes in Cambridge with a visiting time 1 hour prior. A private interment will be at a later date.
Born in Glenwood, MN Phyllis was an avid gardener, painter & crafter. She graduated from Mpls North High School in 1959 and married Loren Olstad, her boyfriend since 3rd grade, in 1960.
She is survived and deeply missed by her husband, Loren; children Danny (Lauren) Olstad and Melissa (Scott) Arbogast; 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
Her son, Lee Olstad, parents, a brother and a sister, preceded Phyllis in death.
Ashley Lane says
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family I am so sorry for your loss.
Gary and Deb Brunko says
Our sympathy and prayers to Loren and the family. Our hearts are broken at the loss of our dear friend. Thank you for all the good times and memories. You were a great friend and will be missed greatly. The card parties won’t be the same. RIP Phyllis!
margaret katte says
My deepest sympathy in the sad loss of Phyliss,
She will be truly missed,
I have never met her, but i have been friends with her daughter for over 30 years,.
Melissa often talked to me about her mum
May she fly high in the stars above.
From
Margaret Katte
Australia
Candy Jost says
We are saddend to hear of Phyllis’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family
Audra Koel, Coon Rapids says
Loren,
I’m so sad to hear of about Phyllis, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lee & Barb Watkins says
Loren,
To know her was to love her. Our condolences to you and your family.