Mrs. Phyllis (Pam) Millbern Wampler, of LaPorte, died Thursday, May 18, 2017, at Miller’s Health and Rehabilitation in LaPorte.
She was born July 1, 1933, in Kokomo, IN, to Huffer A. and Majorie (Carles) Millbern.
Pam graduated from Indiana University with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She taught at Stillwell and Crichfield schools and was co-owner of the Bee Hive craft shop, where she taught tole and decorative painting as well as other crafts. She was active in the community. As a member of Tri Kappa and Tri Kappa Associates, she served in many capacities, including president of both organizations. She volunteered at the hospital, served Meals on Wheels and co-chaired the Thursday night Arts in the Park for several years. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church.
On Dec. 19, 1954, in Kokomo, she married Bill Wampler. The fibers of the rope of her life were made up of her faith, family and friends.
She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Bill Wampler; two daughters, Terri (Robert) Singer and Marcia (Clyde) Brodhacker; son, David (Sheila) Wampler; eight grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. Pam will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
The family will receive friends Friday, May 26, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, LaPorte. A life celebration will be held Friday at the church at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Bob Vale officiating. Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Children’s Playground at First United Methodist Church, 1225 Michigan Ave., LaPorte, IN 46350.
Messages of condolence may be posted below on WNLP as well as at www.haverstockfuneralhome.com.