Phyllis Mae Britzman, 90 of New Lisbon and formerly of Clifton passed away on Monday, January 27, 2025, at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, New Lisbon.
She was born on January 18, 1935, to Emil and Freda (Saxby) Zimmerman at home in the Township of Clifton. She was baptized on February 24, 1935, and confirmed on March 21, 1948, into the Christian faith. She was a member of the Kendall High School Graduating 1952. On August 14, 1954, she married the love of her life, Vilas Britzman. Together, Phyllis and Vilas farmed and raised their family in the Township of Clifton. Throughout her lifetime, Phyllis worked a variety of jobs but her proudest accomplishment in life was that of a homemaker, wife and mother. Her unwavering faith, devotion to her husband, and love for her children and grandchildren, along with her eternal optimism have carried her through life. As a lifelong member of St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, she actively participated in the Ladies Circle. She was a wonderful crocheter and knitter, enjoyed doing ceramics and puzzles and loved working in her garden. She was an avid Packers Fan and enjoyed watching basketball. The love that she has shared with her family will be cherished memories.
She is survived by her children, Karen (Bobby) Nichols of Mauston, Don (Denise) Britzman of Kendall, Connie (Steve) Storkel of Tomah, LeAnn (Paul) Neitzel of Tomah, Larry (Michelle) Britzman of LaValle and David (Kathy) Britzman of Kendall, 15 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. She is further survived by a brother-in-law, Bob Harrison, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her father-in-law and mother-in-law, Edwin and Velma Britzman, her husband, Vilas, siblings, Grace Schmitz, Marcella Anderson and Doris Harrison, brothers-in-law, Allie Schmitz, Clayton Brieske, and Allan Anderson.
A Funeral Service will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025, 2:30 PM at St. John Ev. Lutheran Church, 297 E. South Railroad, Kendall. Pastors Conrad Prell and Zachary Meier will officiate. Burial will be at a later date in Glendale Cemetery.
Relatives and friends are invited for a time of visitation on Sunday at the church from 1:30 PM until the time of the service. Smith-Nelson/Sonnenburg Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be offered by visiting www.sonnenburgfamilyfh.com
Donations in Phyllis’s memory can be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.
The Britzman family would like to extend a special Thank you, to the staff of Crestview Nursing & Rehabilitation for the excellent care that was provided to Phyllis throughout the years.
Smith-Nelson/Sonnenburg Funeral Home
