Phyllis J. Crist's Obituary
Decatur – Phyllis Crist, 76, of Decatur, died Saturday, December 22, 2012 in Decatur.
She was born April 8, 1936 in Decatur, the daughter of Hershel and Martha Cornwell. Phyllis loved her dogs and ceramics. She worked at Borg Warner, Taylor Pharmaceuticals and Catherine's women's clothing store. She married Philip B. Crist, Sr., on November 30, 1978 in Decatur.
Surviving is her husband, Philip Crist, Sr., of Decatur; sons: Dan O'Laughlin and Randy O'Laughlin of Decatur, and Mike O'Laughlin of Springfield; step-son, Philip (Linda) Crist, Jr., of Decatur; 5 grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
Per her wishes, cremation will take place at Graceland/Fairlawn Crematory. There will be no services.
The Crist family is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. Share memories and send condolences to the family at: www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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