Phyllis M. Perkerewicz, 73, of Grand Forks, passed away Thursday, October 7, 2021 at Altru Hospital of Grand Forks.

Phyllis Marlene Storbakken was born February 13, 1948 in Grand Forks, ND to Noble and Dorothy (Kiefat) Storbakken. She grew up in Oslo and graduated from high school there in 1966. In November of 1967, she married Raymond Perkerewicz in Wasaw, ND. They made their home in West Oslo, where they were blessed with 3 children Dan, Raelene, and Tyler.

Phyllis worked in sales for Macy's and Walmart and worked at UND for over 20 years. She was an active member of Immanuel Lutheran Church when her health allowed. Her greatest joy came from her family, especially her children and grandchildren, summer family gatherings, trips to Texas Roadhouse, and catching up on community events. Phyllis was a die-hard Elvis fan including a trip with her sisters to Graceland. She loved anything purple was an avid UND fan, and loved coffee on Sundays with her Cherrywood Village Community.

She is survived by her sons Dan (Pam) Perkerewicz of Forest River, ND and Tyler Perkerewicz of Grand Forks; grandchildren Logan and Emily Kilichowski, and Bram and Madelyn Perkerewicz; sisters Donna O'Shaughnessy of Bismarck, ND and LaVerne (John) Messelt of Sun City, AZ; and brother Norman (Loretta) Storbakken of Heath, TX.

She was preceded in death by her parents Noble and Dorothy Storbakken, daughter Raelene Kilichowski, grandson Jacob Perkerewicz, and brother-in-law Ray O'Shaughnessy.

Funeral: 1:00 PM, Thursday, October 14, 2021 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1710 Cherry St. Grand Forks, ND 58201

Visitation: 1 Hour Prior to the Funeral Service on Thursday in Immanuel Lutheran Church.