Phyllis Batzel, age 95, of Navarre, FL, passed away on August 13, 2018.
She was born to Marco and Rosalia Palermo in McKees Rocks, PA.
She will be remembered for being a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
She is predeceased by her husband, Albert Batzel; her brother Johnny Palermo; Sister Teresa Kelly, and her parents. She is survived by her children, Joseph Batzel and wife Alice; Jackie Shoemake and husband Mike; numerous grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren.
Phyllis was recognized for her work with the USO, Fort Walton Beach Follies, as well as Mrs. Claus to husband Santa Claus for many years at Santa Rosa Mall. She was a member of the Sons of Italy and German Club for many years. She was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in the Fort Walton Ward as well as the Navarre ward. Her crowning achievement was her family. A viewing will be held on Thursday, August 16th, 6:00-8:00 pm at Emerald Coast Funeral Home, 161 Racetrack Rd., Ft. Walton Beach, FL 32547. A funeral service will take place on Friday, August 17th, 9:00 am at the Emerald Coast Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Barrancas National Cemetery in Pensacola at 12:00 pm.
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