Phyllis G. Monson, 85, of Carmel, Ind., formerly of Big Lake, passed away Sunday, Aug. 17, 2014.

Phyllis was born Feb. 16, 1929, to Gilmer and Pearl Undahl. Following her marriage to Gene Monson, she lived in several different areas of the country following Gene’s career.

Phyllis and Gene were blessed with two children, Mark Monson and Michele Malcy; and grandchildren Melissa, Christopher, Nicole, Jacob and Kayla.

In addition to her parents, Phyllis was preceded in death by her brother, DeVerne R. Undahl.

A celebration of life will be held in memory of Phyllis at 3 p.m. Saturday in Manor Care at Summer Trace in Carmel. Leppert Mortuary in Carmel is caring for the Monson family during their time of loss.

The Monson family has suggested memorial gifts be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

To share thoughts with the family, make donations to the Alzheimer’s Association or to sign the guest registry visit www.leppertmortuary.com.