Phyllis Marie Hasenkamp, 85, of Centralia, KS died on July 18, 2024, at Via Christi Ascension Living in Manhattan, KS.

Phyllis’s life journey reflects a deep connection to her community and family. Born in Frankfort, KS, on October 6, 1938, to John Frances and Lillian (Smith) Minihan, she grew up attending local schools and graduated from Blaine High School in 1956. After graduation, she moved to Topeka, where she initially worked at Southwestern Bell and Santa Fe.

In May 1958, Phyllis met Melvin Hasenkamp at a CYO dance in Topeka. Their meeting marked the beginning of a significant chapter in her life. They were married at St. Columbkille Catholic Church in Blaine, KS, on August 29, 1959.

Her life took a new direction when she moved to Centralia, KS, following her marriage. She dedicated herself to homemaking and raising a family with Melvin. Over the years, she pursued various jobs, each contributing to her community and family’s well-being. She worked at Fort Markley in Seneca, KS, crafting cobbie dolls, and also spent time at a flower shop and the sewing factory in Onaga, KS. Her career path also included roles at Eastridge Nursing Home and Centralia Schools.

Beyond her professional life, Phyllis found joy in quilting and gardening, hobbies that resonated deeply with her. These activities were not just pastimes but sources of fulfillment and creativity. Throughout her life, Phyllis exemplified love and dedication as a sister, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

Phyllis’s story is one of commitment to family, community engagement through work, and the pursuit of personal passions. Her legacy lives on through her family and the memories shared by those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her son, Daniel (Brenda) Hasenkamp of Centralia, and their children, Brent (Rachel) of Kansas City, Danielle (Peter) of Valley Falls, and Breanna of Tulsa, OK.; her daughter, Debra (Craig) Heideman of Topeka and their children, Nathan and Jensen of Topeka, and Ryan of Kansas City;  her daughter, Diane (Jerry) Haug of Manhattan, and their children, Derek (Maddie) of Manhattan, Siera (Hunter) of Salt Lake City, Utah, Colton, Trevin and Mariah of Manhattan.  She is also survived by 11 grandchildren and 11 (soon to be 12) great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin; her sons, Mark, Steven and Richard; her three brothers, Maurice, James and Francis Minihan’ and one sister, Dorothy Leeker.

Phyllis will be in state all day, Sunday, July 21, 2024, at the Lauer Funeral Home in Seneca.

A rosary prayer will be prayed at 10AM on Monday, July 22, 2024, at St. Patrick’s Church in Corning, KS.  The family will meet with friends and family at a visitation prior to the rosary, from 9-10AM at the church.

The Mass of Christian burial will be at 10:30AM at St. Patrick’s Church in Corning.  Burial will take place immediately after the Mass at Coal Creek Cemetery.

Memorials are suggested to Coal Creek Cemetery and St. Patrick’s Church in Corning; may be sent in care of Lauer Funeral Home.