Phyllis Irene (Waterman) Spiegel

Phyllis Irene Spiegel, 69, of Atlanta, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 19, 2025, at IU Health Tipton Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Phyllis was born on May 13, 1956, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Matthew and Mary (Davis) Waterman. She was a proud graduate of Southport High School in 1974.  She then married the love of her life, Roy Spiegel, and together they shared 51 wonderful years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and devotion.

Phyllis spent much of her career working in machine shops, where she met many friends along the way. However, her greatest joy came from being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, creating a warm and welcoming environment for her family.

She enjoyed arts, crafts, and painting in her free time. Phyllis also cherished the time spent camping, visiting the beach, and being near the ocean. Her happiest moments were those shared with family and friends when her home was full of people and laughter.

Phyllis was gentle and kind, with a quiet demeanor that brought calm and comfort to those around her. She will be remembered for her caring nature, generous heart, and the love she poured into her family and friends.

Phyllis’s legacy of love and warmth will live on in the hearts of all who knew her and will be carried on by her husband, Roy Spiegel; children Roy Spiegel Jr. (Tiffany), Mike Spiegel (Haley), Autumn Spiegel; grandchildren, Roy Spiegel III and family, Aleshia Spiegel & family, Kristina Spiegel, Avery Spiegel, and Kate Ingram; siblings, Ronnie Waterman and Sharon Waterman; former daughter in law, Gretchen Usitalo; as well as many great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Phyllis was welcomed into Heaven by her parents Matthew & Mary Waterman; sister, Judy Bowers; and brother, Richard Waterman. 

A private burial is planned.

Taylor & Cowan Funeral Home is honored to serve Phyllis’s family in their time of need. Please feel free to leave an online condolence or share a special memory of Phyllis with her family on her tribute wall. 

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