Mary Louise Phifer

Mary Louise Phifer, born on June 29, 1937, in Marion, Ohio, to Leon Alexander Silas and Elva Moore Silas, peacefully departed this life to be with the Lord.

Mary confessed Christ at an early age and joined Mt. Olivet Baptist Church in 1993, where she remained a devoted member until her health declined. She was a woman of faith and service, always willing to lend a helping hand.

Mary dedicated her career to education, retiring from St. Paul Public Schools as a Teacher Assistant and Cheerleading Coach. Her passion for working with young people extended beyond the classroom, as she faithfully volunteered in the kitchen during Vacation Bible School, ensuring that every child felt welcomed and cared for.

She was preceded in death by her Parents, Leon and Elva Silas; Sister, Jewel Lampkins; Brother, Leon Silas; and nephews, Lionel Silas, James Richards Lampkins Jr., Keith Lamar Sadler, and Richard Washington.

Mary leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories. She is survived by her beloved family: Mattie Silas, Linda (Waymon) Harris, Darinda (Rory) Callahan, Brenda Lampkins, Kevin Lamont Sadler, Kevin (Lana) Lampkins, Leslie Silas, Darinda (Rennie) (Clarence) Lumpkins, Lamar (Arbadella) Williams, Brenda Desmay Logan, Nicole Walker, Tiffne’ Walker, Kevin Lampkins Jr., Lionel Silas Jr., Akilah Callahan, Tyshenna Lampkins, Elise Silas, Tyzell (Alyssa), Brittney, Breanna, Shaniah, Shah, Destin, Donovan, Toni, Alexia, Kingston, Amia, Jalen, Laniya, Kruz, TaLaya, Duane, Ebony, Tyzell Jr., Kaia, Zaki, Amarea, A’lahni, Rylyn, True, and a host of other loving relatives, dear friends, and her beloved pet, Scrappy.

Mary's kindness, dedication, and unwavering faith will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.

A life well lived, a heart well loved, and a soul now at peace.

The funeral service will be held on February 13th at Noon at Mount Olivet Missionary Baptist Church, 451 W. Central Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55103