Phyllis E. Hook

Age 83, of Monroe, died Tuesday, July 5, 2022 at the Monroe Clinic Hospital. Phyllis was born on October 1, 1938 in Illinois, the daughter of Henry and Vera (Babler) Jordan. She worked for Lena Maid Meats and drove school bus for the Lena Winslow School District for over 30 years until retirement. She married Howard E. Hook on February 11, 1984 at the Lena United Methodist Church. Following retirement, Phyllis and Howard enjoyed their Post Lake Home near Elco, WI. She was an avid reader and relished the occasional trip to a casino.

Phyllis is survived by her husband, Howard of Monroe; daughter, Deborah (Roger) Stietz of Winslow, IL; four step-children, John Hook, Jeff (Julie) Hook, both of Minnesota, Suzanne Hook (James) of Dixon, IL, J.R. (Eva) Hook of Minnesota; four grandchildren, Josh (Lori), Jordan (Michelle), Chenice (Lane), Shianne (Edwin); four step-grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren and great- great-grandchildren. She is further survived by a sister, Shirley Cardascio of Sullivan, IL; brother, Laverne (Janine) Jordan of Pecatonica, IL; several nieces and nephews; and loyal companion, Polly.

A celebration of Phyllis' life will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 15, 2022 at the Newcomer Funeral Home, 1329 31 ^st . Avenue, Monroe. A memorial fund will be established in her name. Condolences may be shared at www.newcomerfuneralhome.net