Phyllis Sue Etgen
September 14, 1946 — September 17, 2009
63, of Van Wert, died at 6:55 a.m. Thursday, September 17, 2009, at her residence.
She was born September 14, 1946, in Olive Hill, Ky., the daughter of Sara (Garvin) Kanable, who survives in Perrysburg, and the late Robert Kanable. She married Raymond E. Etgen, who survives in Van Wert.
Mrs. Etgen was a homemaker and cook. She was a member of Amvets Post 698 in Middle Point, was a NASCAR fan and loved quilting and crocheting.
In addition to her mother and husband, survivors include a son, Raymond "Bud" Etgen of Van Wert, two brothers, Paul Griffey of Lucas and Jim Kanable of Findlay; and a cousin, Dolly Bloodhart of Willard.
A son, David A. Etgen, also preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, September 21, at Brickner Funeral Home in Van Wert, with the Rev. Paul W. Miller officiating. Burial will be in Ridge Cemetery near Middle Point.
The family will receive friends from 2-8 p.m. Sunday, September 20, at the funeral home.
Preferred memorials: Community Health Professionals-Hospice the Caring Way or the American Cancer Society.