Phyllis Glaser
July 15, 1933 ~ February 28, 2010
Phyllis T. Glaser, age 76 of New Hampton, Iowa died Sunday morning, February 28, 2010, at the New Hampton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:30 a.m. Thursday, March 4, 2010, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, North Washington with Principle Celebrant and Homilest Rev. Kenneth J. Glaser. Con-celebrants will be Most Rev. Archbishop Jerome Hanus, Msgr. Carl Schmitt and Priests of the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Jane Karels will be the organist accompanying the I.C. Men's Choir. Lectors for the service will be Dan Conlan and Joan Nosbisch. Presenting the offertory gifts will be Phyllis' three daughters.
Interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, North Washington with her ten children serving as pallbearers.
Friends may call 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Wednesday at Hugeback & Chenoweth Funeral Home, New Hampton. Visitation continues an hour prior to the Mass at church on Thursday.
Phyllis Theresa Glaser was born July 15, 1933, in Elma, IA, the daughter of Philip and Elizabeth (Rosonke) Biwer. She received her education in Elma graduating from Immaculate Conception Catholic High School in 1951. She worked for four years in Mason City for the local telephone company.
On August 24, 1954, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Elma, she was united in marriage to Joseph Leo Glaser. To this union ten children were born. The couple raised their family and together farmed southeast of North Washington.
Phyllis was a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church and Rosary Society in North Washington and a neighborhood card club. She enjoyed gardening and was an avid Chickasaw fan and enjoyed watching college sports as well. Phyllis especially enjoyed watching her ten children grow up and attend all the events for her grandchildren. She will be remembered by her family as always willing to give time to those needing any assistance and playing games with her grandchildren.
Survivors include her husband of 55 years, Joe; three daughters, Bev (Norman) Brus of Waverly, Diane (Dan) Sumner, Linda (Dale) Rosonke all of New Hampton; seven sons, Steve (Shirley) Glaser of Nashua, Chuck (Nancy) Glaser, Phil (Theresa) Glaser, all of New Hampton, Fr. Ken Glaser of Cedar Falls, Jerry (Diane) Glaser of Prior Lake, MN, Ed (Lynn) Glaser of Dubuque, Jim (Janet) Glaser of Albert Lea, MN; twenty four grandchildren, Sigrid Brus, Morgan Brus, Amy (Eric) Conlon, Stacie (Eric) Schockemoehl, Missy (Travis) Birkey, Sarah Sumner, Nicki (Jared) Herrmann, Brad Glaser and fianc Krista Lerch, Heather Glaser, Dana Glaser, Tim Glaser, Emily Glaser, Marie Glaser, William Glaser, Hannah Rosonke, Nathan Rosonke, Jonas Rosonke, Ryan Glaser, Abby Glaser, Katie Glaser, Jackson Glaser, Emerson Glaser, Mackenzie Glaser and Mattison Glaser; four great-grandchildren, Braylen Conlon, Ashlyn Schockemoehl, Kinsey Herrmann and Cadin Herrmann; three brothers, Joe (Betty) Biwer of Granger, IA, Matt (Jackie) Biwer of Seattle, WA and Al (Donna) Biwer of Elma; three sisters, Gerry Heying of Elma, Mary Sullivan of Rochester, MN and Betty (Bob) Klassen of Ventura, IA.
She was preceded in death by two brothers-in-law, Leander “Slim” Heying and Burdell Sullivan.
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To the Glaser Family: So sorry to hear the loss of your Mother. I just found out end of April when I went back home to visit my family! Her memories will live in your hearts for a very long time–Take care
Dear Joe and family, My thoughts and prayers have been with you during this time of your loss. Phyllis was a wonderful lady, always smiling and laughing. She was truly a happy person and the two of you raised a beautiful family. May she rest in peace! Sincerely, Alice Ward
We extend our sympathy and prayers to all of your family on the passing of your beloved mother. Memories and laughter at the stories of past times are some of the best ways to console each other and I am sure with 10 children there have to be many stories. God bless all of you.
Dear Jim & Family, Our thoughts are with you.
Chuck & Nancy, Bev & Norm, Joe, Fr. Ken, and the rest of the Glaser family: Our sympathy to each of you on the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. She was truely a remarkable woman and lived her role as Mary and touched many people’s lives. Hold on to those memories that you have with her. She is now at peace and without suffering in a much greater place than you or I can even imagine. Some day you will be with her again. We will be thinking of you as you send her off to her heavenly home. Don & Rose Weber, Adam, Ben, Angie, and Mark
Fr. Ken, Joe and the all the Glaser Family, My sympathy goes out to you. Phyllis was a wonderful woman with many talents. I am glad her suffering is over and she is now in Heaven. I will certainly miss my ‘Pen Pal’! Phyllis will be remembered in my thoughts and prayers daily. Take care and may God bless you!
I’m so sorry to hear of your family’s loss – may happy memories bring you peace during this difficult time.
Dear Joe & all the Glaser Family…. Our most sincere condolences to you all. We hope you find great peace, knowing that God granted you many years of love and happi- ness with Phyllis . Continue to share all the strength and love she gave you, with each other……just as she would have wanted. God Bless You all ! Your Biwer cousins !
Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Your in our thoughts and prayer’s through this tough time.
Keeping your family in my heart and prayers.
Our thoughts go out to the entire Glaser family. You are all in our prayers. The McWilliams Family – Tim, Maggie, Meghan and Melissa
The Glaser family-so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Cherish all the memories.
Glaser Family: Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow. We are so sorry for your loss. Chris, Melanie, Lexie and Libby Morrison (Minneapolis)
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Glaser family. Jim is our brother in law & have met the family through family gatherings. She will be missed.
MY PRAYERS IN HONOR OF PHYLLIS AND IN SUPPORT TO THE FAMILY. GOD BLESS! FR. PAUL OTTING
Dear Jim, Janet, Mackenzie, and Mattison — Our thoughts and prayers have certainly been with you and today see that your Mom went off to peace with our Lord and Savior. We will continue those thoughts and prayers for comfort and peace for your family as you spend these days in farewell. Embrace and share the memories together! We would have liked to make it to the visitation but will be unable to take off for there tonight. We look forward to walking together soon.
All my thoughts are prayers are with you at this most difficult time.
Father Ken and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss…Your Mom will never be forgotten…She is no longer suffering and you can Thank God for that….Remember, God only gives us what we can handle…God Bless your Mom and God Bless each of you.
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Joe Glaser family. Very few are as blessed as Phyllis: a loving marriage of 54 years, and ten wonderful children. Thank you, Phyllis, for your son, Fr. Ken! He is a great friend who keeps my feet following the path God laid for me. It’s because of great role models like you and Joe that Fr. Ken is the man that he is. You’ll be missed.
Joe and Family,What a special couple you two made! Can’t you just see Phyllis smiling at you all, with a Mother’s pride. Prayers: Florence.
Our thoughts go out to the entire Glaser family. Blessings from the Deis family – Dan, Kathy, Emily, Allie, Mayme, & Daniel
For all the Glaser Family May we express our deepest sympathy Find comfort in the arms of God Seek and you will find rest in his Mercy
So sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories and prayers sustain you all. Jeanine, Kathryn and Erica send their love.
Joe and the entire Glaser family, our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. On eagle’s wings…God Bless.
Our sympathy to the Glaser family, especially to Ed and Lynn. Two great people and great friends! You are all in our thoughts and prayers and our deepest sympathy for your loss!!
Joe and all My condolences to you and all your family for your loss. May memories of a good life together, family, friends, and faith help you through this sad time.
Our deepest sympathy, thoughts, and prayers are with the family and friends of Phyllis. Dustin & Sandi Olson
Ken, I am deeply sorry for your loss and hope that you and you family can find comfort during this time. Sincerely, Michael
Jim and family, you are all in our thoughts in your time of sorrow.
Phil, Bev, Linda & Diane, so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady. She is no longer in pain and is in peace. Deb Thorne & Ashley Deetz and Steve Gossling
Dear Phil, Theresa, and family members: Our sympathy goes out to you during this time of loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Diane & Dave Norton
Fr. Ken and family– As the Lord welcomes your mother/wife/grandmother into His heavenly home, may He also embrace your pain at this difficult time. Peace to your hearts through the blessings of cherished memories. Our deepest sympathy…Mark and Diane Link (Dubuque)
I will keep the whole family in my prayers.
Ed, Diane, and the entire Glaser/Sumner family: My thoughts and prayers are with you. May your friends, family and faith help you through the difficult days ahead of you. May you find peace that she is not suffering. Ed, you have my deepest sympathies. Losing a parent is the hardest thing I have ever had to do.
Fr. Ken, our sincere sympathy to you and your family upon the loss of your mother and wife. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill and Dianne Ob.
Ed & Jim, So sorry to hear aobut your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Chad and Laura
Dear Family of Phyllis, Our prayers are with all of you at this time of loss. Know now though that Phyllis is at peace and though it may take you awhile to get through the sorrow, keep reminding yourself of her peace now and it with help you feel at peace too! Take care.
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE GLASER FAMILY AT THIS TIME. GOD BLESS YOU ALL DAVE AND MARGE MAYO 1080 KELLY DR. NASHVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 27856
To all the Glaser, family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at the time of your loss. Leo and Bev
I went to High School with Ed. I’m so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dear Joe and all the family, our deepest sympathy goes out to you in this time of your loss. May God Bless all of you. Larry & Jane Finnegan.
Our sincerest sympathy to all of the Glaser family. Phyllis will be missed by all as she was a most kind and caring person. We will miss her morning walks on the road. (Nellie waits out there every morning) God has her home now with no struggles and no worries. She’s happy and at peace.
Jim, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your mom must have indeep been a special lady for having raised all of you. Hold each other close during this difficult time and realize that she is at peace in a place where there is no stress or pain. Lioba
So sorry to hear about your loss. Your whole family is in our thoughts and prayers.
To Joe and family…May you be comforted in your sorrow knowing that God is surely present with you through this most difficult and sad time. Phyllis never complained thru all her trials, a truly great lady and dear friend. We will greatly miss her!
To all the Glasers: What a wonderful soul your dear sweet Phyllis was….She always had a smile on her face and was so upbeat. We are all sad that she is gone to a better place but we are all so much better off to have known her….may your memories help you through…..
We express our deepest sympathy to Joe and the family. Phyllis was a wonderful person and is now at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Roger and Laurie Tiemessen
To all the Glaser family, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless all of you.
Fr. Glaser On behalf of Vern & I you have our deepest sympathies. I will forward the obituary to Alan & I know his sympathy goes out to you as well. Bernice
To Phil and the Glaser family, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s death. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Ann Grober
How sorry we are about Phyllis. What a battle she fought! Another example of her inspiration to so many! May all the prayers and thoughts surround all you during this difficult time.
I extend my sincere sympathy in the loss. May your wonderful memories bring you peace. You all will be in my daily prayers and thoughts.
You all are in our prayers and thoughts. Sorry we won’t be able to be with you as we are in south Texas yet. God Bless You All!
So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending our prayers and thoughts to you during this difficult time. God bless you all.
Glaser Family – our sympathy to all of you on the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers as you celebrate the life of Phyllis and all the love she shared with you. With sympathy, Russ & Angie Laures
Phli & his family, Our deepest sympathy on your mother and she was nice lady.Our thoughts and prayers.
Jerry, My sympathy on your mother.She was a really friendly lady she had a smile on her face.Our thought and prayers in your family too.
Chuck,Nancy family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time.God has taken your wife and your mother and grandmother home so she may no longer endure pain and suffering and will be at peace. You are in our thouhgts and prayers.
Fr. Ken, There is an old Irish saying which says in part ‘In heaven a noble work was done when God gave man a Mother’. Your family was truly blessed. We send our prayers for you family.
To the entire Glaser Family: Our sincere sympathy to all of you for the loss of Phyllis. May she rest in eternal peace in the loving arms of our heavenly Father. And may God ‘walk with you’ in your sorrow. Alice, Dan and Tim Conlon
Phil glaser’s family: Our sincere sympathy and prayers are with you, and your entire family as you mourn the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace.
Fr. Ken and family, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of you mother, but we are glad that her suffering is over. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We send our deepest sympathy in your time of loss. You have all been, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this difficult time.
Sorry to hear about Phyllis. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Father Ken, We send our deepest sympathy at the passing of your Mother. You are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless Sincerely, The Goebel’s
Dale, Linda, and rest of Family have our deepest sympathy. She now can rest in peace with no pain or suffering. Peace be with you all and may GOD bless.
To all the Glaser Family, Sorry to hear of your wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passing. She is pain free now.We will miss Phyliss as a great neighbor and enjoying good times together. Your are all in our prayers. God Bless you all.
I have many fond memories with the Glaser family. We always enjoyed a friendly game or two. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have as a family. Lori (Gilbert) Gee
My deepest sympathy to you Joe, and all your family. Phyllis was a wonderful person. My prayers are with you.
You were truly blessed to have such a wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. She fought a hard figth and is now enjoying her well earned time with God. Our sympathy to all of her family. Dick and Judy Taylor
My sympathies to your family! May you find peace within!
Phil, Teresa, & families our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. God has taken your wife, mother, and grandmother home so she may no longer endure pain and suffering and will be at peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.