Phyllis Mae Britzman, 90, of New Lisbon and formerly of Clifton passed away on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025, at Crestview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, New Lisbon.
She was born on Jan. 18, 1935, to Emil and Freda (Saxby) Zimmerman at home in the town of Clifton. She was baptized Feb. 24, 1935, and confirmed on March 21, 1948, into the Christian faith. She was a member of the Kendall High School graduating class of 1952. On Aug. 14, 1954, she married the love of her life, Vilas Britzman. Together, Phyllis and Vilas farmed and raised their family in the town 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 Evangelical 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, and 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; her siblings, Grace Schmitz, Marcella Anderson and Doris Harrison; and her brothers-in-law, Allie Schmitz, Clayton Brieske, and Allan Anderson.
A funeral service was Sunday, Feb. 2, at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, 297 E. South Railroad St., Kendall. Pastors Conrad Prell and Zachary Meier officiated. Burial will be at a later date in Glendale Cemetery.
Relatives and friends were invited for a time of visitation Sunday at the church. The Smith-Nelson/Sonnenburg Funeral Home assisted 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.
