Walrath, Phyllis
Phyllis Walrath
On Wednesday, October 1st, 2025, just eight months after her 100th birthday, Phyllis Walrath slipped away to Glory in her sleep at Providence Place in Moose Jaw, SK. She was predeceased by her parents, Alice and Garrow Langman; husband, Jack in 2010; and 2 older sisters and brothers-in-law, Ruth (Lloyd Cornish) and Delia (Bud Rodine, Gerald Alexander). Gathered in for her birthday celebration on Boxing Day were her two daughters, Brenda (Randy) Babich and Bonnie (Gord) Hallett; and all her 5 grandchildren, their spouses, and 13 great-grandchildren. Also present to celebrate Phyllis were numerous friends from the Free Methodist Churches in the area, and friends and caregivers from her 18 years at the Bentley.
Phyllis grew up near Weyburn, SK in the Goodwater district, attending Ingleford and Delight schools. She graduated from Moose Jaw Bible College in 1945 and married a classmate, Jack Walrath, a farm boy from Hawarden, SK. Phyllis worked in Illinois and Kentucky while Jack continued his education for ministry. They took a pastorate in Estevan, SK for 7 years, until they moved to Moose Jaw. Phyllis had a varied work history, doing administration for McCabe Grain and Blackwood’s’ Wholesale Hardware, plus working in the Conference Office. They also spent many years working for the Arlington Beach Camp and Conference Centre on Last Mountain Lake.
There will be a family graveside service in Govan, SK followed by a Tea at Arlington Beach at a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations in Phyllis’ name may be made to Arlington Beach Camp and Conference Centre at https://arlingtonbeachcamp.com/funding/. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Condolences to the whole family ! She has a great memory of all the things she accomplished in her life ! Everyone will miss her ‘
Bonnie,Brenda and families… Im so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was an incredible lady. An infectious smile, the cutest little laugh. So very kind. And a great hugger! She spoke often about how proud she was of you all. Thank you for giving us the honor of knowing her. She will be incredibly missed. Thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
I’m so sorry. My condolences to Brenda, Randy and the whole family.
Our condolences and prayers to the Walrath family,
Aunt Phyllis had wonderful hugs and a contagious smile and giggle. She loved the Lord Jesus and shared Him in all she did – words, serving others, acts of kindness, her giving heart to the ministries she loved. I will fondly remember the Christmases together at Arlington Beach Camp Lodge surrounded by family around the piano and singing, playing games, playing in the snow and the fellowship shared – always around a wonderful banquet of food! Faith, family and fellowship were so important to her and her sisters. What a beautiful legacy to carry in your hearts as you grieve this heavy loss – and heaven’s gain!
May her soul rest in eternal peace with her Saviour Jesus, and may her soul, and all the souls of the faithfully departed through the mercy of God rest in peace.
Our condolences, love and prayers.
Dennis & Andrea (Cornish) Figueiredo,
Luke, Joshua, Nathaniel, Abigail Joy, Mary Teresa, Patrick & Felicity Faith