Phyllis J. Lapczynski, 73, of La Porte, Ind., passed away Friday, Jan. 15, 2021.
She was born June 19, 1947, in St. Petersburg, Fla., to Phillip and Violet (Smisek) Schneider.
Phyllis worked as a hairdresser for 45 years. She owned and operated four salons in Michigan City and Rolling Prairie. She also was an educator for the Nioxin Hair and Skin campaign from 1998-2000, and a Mary Kay consultant. She was a member of St. Joseph Association, LeMans Academy and St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, and president of the Hairdresser Organization. She enjoyed horseback riding, camping, traveling and going on cruises.
On Oct. 22, 1966, Phyllis married Arthur Lapczynski, who survives. They had a loving 54 years of marriage.
Phyllis is also survived by two daughters, Gina (Scott) DeMeyer of New Carlisle, Ind., and Michelle Lapczynski of Rolling Prairie, Ind., and three grandchildren, Alvie Ellenwine, Bronson Ellenwine and Drake Ellenwine.
She was preceded in death by her parents; a grandson, Dustin Ellenwine; a sister, Joanne Freeland; and a brother, Phillip Schneider.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Frank L. Keszei Funeral Home, Essling Chapel, La Porte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Church, 55756 Tulip Rd., New Carlisle, Ind. 46552.
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