Phyllis Joan Utley Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-07-24T14:00:00
End: 2025-07-24T15:00:00
Location: Zaagman Memorial Chapel

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Phyllis Joan Utley (Grand Rapids, Michigan), born in Plainwell, Michigan, who passed away on July 17, 2025, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Phyllis Joan Utley to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Golda Cornhill and Sydney Cornhill; and her daughter Rebecca. She is survived by: her husband Kurt; her children, Craig (Judith), Lisa (Steve) and Wendy; her grandchildren, Christopher, Daniel, Victoria, Genevieve and Giselle; and her brother Harold Cornhill.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed in memory of Phyllis to InterVarsity Christian Fellowship or Mel Trotter Ministries.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Zaagman Memorial Chapel

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July 23, 2025

Nancy Faulman wrote a sympathy message

“It was wonderful getting to know Phyllis this last year! Truly a gem. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kurt and the entire family🙏. Sorry we couldn’t attend any of the services. Our love, Larry and Nancy Faulman”

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July 24

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Zaagman Memorial Chapel
2800 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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July 24

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2800 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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