Phyllis M. Gruchot

Phyllis M. Gruchot, age 95, passed away at home on May 17, 2026 with family by her side. She was the beloved wife of the late Aloysius Gruchot for 62 years. She was the loving mother of Roseanne(Scott) Musil and their children-Kimberly(Jon) Sumpter, Jeff Musil, and Greg (Emily) Musil; Paul(Darla) Gruchot, and their children- Deneka and Calena; and John(Jo-Anne) Gruchot, and their children Luke and Katie Jo. She was the proud great-grandma of Brooklynn, Mackenzie, and Liam Sumpter. She was the dear sister of the late Joseph(Catherine)Jankiewicz and former spouse Audrey. She will be remembered fondly and deeply missed by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Phyllis was a professional secretary and an elementary teacher before becoming a compassionate, loving, full time mother. She was an avid bowler and golfer, playing in the St. Linus Golf and Bowling Leagues. She enjoyed painting, making crafts and crocheting. She crocheted beautiful blankets and afghans not only for her family, but donated many of them as part of the St. Linus Crochet Group. Phyllis was a member of the St. Xavier Alumni Club (‘49’ers) and a dedicated volunteer at Advocate Christ Hospital for 15 years. Her fondest past time, however, was spending time with her family, sharing joy in her own children’s and grandchildrens’ accomplishments throughout the years. It was only several months ago, that she was still able to play board games with her great granddaughter. Her memory will live on in the hearts of many.

In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to St. Linus Church, 10300 S. Lawler Ave, Oak Lawn, IL. Visitation is Saturday, May 23rd from 9:00am to 10:30am(prayers at 10:30) at Andrew McGann Funeral Home followed by a funeral mass at 11:00am at St. Linus Church. Entombment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Funeral info 773-783-7700 or www.AndrewMcGann.com.