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Oct. 4, 1931 — June 7, 2020

Phyllis Jiles, 88, of Niles, passed away at West Woods of Niles on Sunday June 7, 2020.

Phyllis was born on Oct. 4, 1931, to the late Lonas and Hazel (Sampsell) Bingaman, in Elkhart. Phyllis was a homemaker, factory worker, and home health care aide. She enjoyed going to garage sales and being with her friends and family.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Jack Jiles Jr.; children, Brenda Ann Keyser, James Monroe Jiles, Michael Ray Mattson, Christine Mattson and David Mattson; six sisters; and three brothers.

Phyllis is survived by her children, Bill Presswood, of Elkhart, Bob Presswood, of Elkhart, Gary (Ann) Presswood, of Elkhart, John (Pauline) Mattson, of La Marque, Texas, Glenda (Wendell) Hershberger, of Elkhart, Elaine (Denny) O’Dell, of Elkhart and Marvin (Angie) Mattson, of Niles; daughter-in-law, Lorie Mattson, of Cassopolis; 20 grandchildren; 34 great-grandchildren; six great-great-grandchildren; and many extended family members and close friends. The family would also like to thank Harbor House in Benton Harbor.

In keeping with Phyllis’ wishes, she has been cremated and her family will be hosting a celebration of her life later this year.

Condolences, photos and memories may be left for the family at BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Services, of Niles.