Phyllis Gernand

Phyllis A. Gernand, 90, of Danville, IL passed away at 10:05 PM on April 5, 2025 at Hawthorne Inn in Danville, IL.

Phyllis was born on September 12, 1934 the daughter of Martin and Margaret (Baleikas) Kovanic. She married William Gernand on November 10, 1956 in Westville, IL, and he survives.

Survivors also include her two sons, Gary (Janet) Gernand of Alvin, IL and Robert “Bob” (Diana) Gernand of Danville, IL, four grandchildren, Jenna (Garrett Carter) Gernand of Ferndale, WA, Mark (Natalie Malinowski) Gernand of Alvin, IL, Callie Gernand of Danville, IL and Joshua Gernand of Danville, IL.

Phyllis is preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Marilyn Kovanic. 

Phyllis was an avid reader who enjoyed spending time in Florida with her husband and friends. She was an excellent cook who never allowed anyone to leave her table hungry. She took pride in hosting large family dinners for the holidays and was known for her desserts, especially her cookies and cream puffs. Phyllis loved spending time with her children and grandchildren.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, Illinois 61834. Pastor Kent Tibben will officiate. Burial will be in Manns Chapel Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2025 at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made in Phyllis’ memory to Trinity Lutheran Church in Danville, IL.

Please join Phyllis’ family in sharing memories, photos, and videos on her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.