Lincoln – Phyllis J. Moriearty, 90, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, at St. Clara’s Rehab and Senior Care Center in Lincoln.
Services for Phyllis will be held on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Lincoln. Visitation will begin at 9:30 a.m. and run until time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. Rev. Joseph Dondanville will officiate. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery in Lincoln.
Phyllis was born July 10, 1934, in Lincoln, to Cletus and Margaret Pfeifer. They preceded her in death, as did her siblings: Benice Cecil, Marjorie Bode, Marian Overby, Harold Pfeifer, and Delores McGill; one son, Scott Goodrich; and one grandson, Andrew Goodrich.
Phyllis will be remembered as a resilient and strong person. Her life was full raising her seven children. They were the center of her life, and she was a constant for them. In the midst of a busy household, she found much joy in cooking, gardening and making things beautiful. She was a friend to many. The family would like to express their gratitude to the dedicated employees of both the Castle Manor and St. Clara’s Rehab and Senior Care center for their compassionate care and support.
She is survived by her children: Cheryl (companion Robert LaBonte) Krell of Springfield, IL, Marta (Mike) Crossey of Albuquerque, NM, Bob (Tami) Goodrich of Lincoln, IL, Julie (Jeff) Poulter of Georgetown, TX, Stacey Daher of St. Augustine, FL, and Tracey Goodrich of Springfield; 14 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.
Memorial donations may be made to Holy Family Catholic Church Food Pantry, 316 S. Logan Street, Lincoln, IL 62656.
Final arrangements are entrusted with Peasley Funeral Home of Lincoln.
