Phyllis Christina Queen, age 77, passed away Tuesday, July 21, 2009 at the Skagit Valley Hospital in Mount Vernon, Washington.

She was born February 7, 1932 in Kamiah, Idaho to Robert and Veda Stewart Schryer.

Phyllis grew up in Punkin Center attending school and graduated from Sedro-Woolley High School in 1950. She was married to Roy Queen on February 7, 1950 in Sedro-Woolley. She moved to Forks, WA and resided there for many years driving school bus for the Forks School District. She returned to Punkin Center 10 years ago.

Phyllis enjoyed making dolls, working with stain glass, arts and crafts, painting, and gardening. She had a strong work ethic and she loved to be a caregiver to many. She loved to travel with her mother and they made many trips to the east coast and Arizona for the winters. Phyllis also loved to discuss political issues.

She showed great love and compassion to many especially her family and friends and was loved by all and will be greatly missed by us all.

Phyllis is survived by her son, Randy Queen and his wife Debbi of Hayden, Idaho. Her daughter-in-law, Vicki Queen of Beaver, WA. 7 grandchildren; Bryan Queen, Roy Queen, Jeremiah Queen, Brandon Queen, Justin Queen, Josh Queen, Desiree Queen and 9 great- grandchildren; Alexis Queen, Monique Queen, Bailey Queen, Cutter Queen, Shane Queen, Wayne Queen, Hayden Queen, Gavin Queen, and Kannon Queen. 4 sisters; Barbara Medford and her husband Gary, Gerry Adams and her husband Glen, and Veryl Hitt all of Punkin Center and Georgia Mathis and her husband James of Birdsview. Numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Roy, her son Wayne, and a brother, Bill Schryer.

A Graveside Service will be Saturday, July 25, 2009 at 1:00 PM at the Hamilton Cemetery with Pastor Ron Edwards of the Hamilton First Baptist Church officiating. Memorials are suggested to the Disabled American Veterans. Arrangements and Services under the care of Lemley Chapel, Sedro-Woolley.