![]() Phyl was her happiest when she was surrounded by family and friends showering them with her love. She was also a prolific baker and cook which brought her immense joy, especially sharing her tasty soups, delicious meals and scrumptious desserts with others. Phyl had a passion for life and was always willing to try new things, she definitely had an adventurous spirit! She had many hobbies including card clubs, playing bingo at the Jaycee hall, going to the Senior Center to eat and play games, being a member of the A “DOOR ABLES” (Red Hatters), playing an assortment of games, reading an immense amount of books, traveling and watching games shows. Her proudest achievement, however, was being a mother and homemaker which she wore proudly and was incredible at. Phyl worked as a waitress at Bassett’s Drug Store, the Amity Factory, her father’s office in Kewaunee, a ceramic shop and as an Avon representative. ![]() Phyl married Harvey Swagel on June 16, 1945, and went on to have five wonderful children. ![]() She was a lifetime resident of Sturgeon Bay and attended schools in Sturgeon Bay graduating in 1942. She had a younger sister named Janice (Jan). Phyl was born in Sturgeon Bay on August 21, 1924, to Walter and Marie (Peggy) Haertel. Phyl had just celebrated her 99th birthday on August 19th, surrounded by an abundance of family and friends. She was surrounded by her 5 children and a daughter-in-law when she left her earthly home. It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we share the news with you that Phyllis (Phyl) Swagel passed away peacefully the morning of August 28th, 2023.
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