Phyllis (Drought) Oechsle passed quietly from this life, February 1, 2016.
Funeral service: 1:00 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 at Granbury First United Methodist Church.
Visitation: 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016 at Martin’s Funeral Home.
A mighty spirit in a tiny package, Phyllis was born in Richland Center, Wisconsin, the oldest daughter of John and Melva Drought. She grew up in Southern Wisconsin and graduated from Janesville High School.
Phyllis married Vern Oechsle at the First Christian Church, Janesville, WI, on Friday, July 13, 1973, together they expanded the family, traveled the world, giggled, cried and loved. A loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister and friend, Phyllis enjoyed her life. She was a talented artist, an avid sailor, gardener and a genealogist who loved to read. She enjoyed bowling and board games, liked to share her many gifts with the community at large. She was actively involved with the Make-A-Wish Foundation, The Barbara Bush Foundation, New Neighbors, Boy Scouts, Family and Childrens Services and numerous community organizations.
She was predeceased by her parents, John and Melva Drought, brothers, Philip, James, Robert, Roger, Harold and David Drought, sister, Ruth Kennedy and her son-in-law, Richard Reed.
Survivors: Husband, Vern Oechsle; Children, Vickie (Crall) Doerr, Granbury, TX, Christina Crall-Reed, Tampa, Fl, Steven Crall, Raleigh, N.C., Mathew Oechsle of Ohio and Liana Oechsle, Granbury, TX; grandchildren, Kelby and Bailey Reed, Chrissie Pecaro, Sarah Robbins, Taylor Crall, Blake and Brandon Marquez, Nicole Oechsle, Mason, Logan and Rachel Oechsle; four great-grandchildren; and Siblings, Patrica McKeown, Mary Crichton, Cathy Brown, Barbara Rowin, Michael Drought, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and many many friends.
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PJ posted on 2/13/16
My husband and I would like to express our sincere sympathy to the family and friends of your beloved Phyllis. Although we never had the opportunity to meet Phyllis, personally, we wanted to share with you comfort from Gods word found in John 5:28,29. Jesus showed us a wonderful example of the resurrection when he resurrected Lazarus here on earth, back to the arms of those he loved. ( John 11) Remember also that our Heavenly Father expresses his loving compassion for all of us when someone we love dies. (Psalm 34:18) Be sure to share your memories with those who surround you, for the memories shared are the ones most truly cherished, may they bring you a sense of peace and joy to your hearts as you begin to heal. Take care of yourselves and each other during this very difficult time.