Phyllis M. Bower, 88, of Denver, passed away on December 24, 2016 at Brookdale Parkplace Nursing Home. Born on June 10, 1928 in Emmitsburg, Maryland she was the daughter of the late Philip and Eva (Deardorff) Bower. Phyllis received her master's degree from Goucher College in Baltimore, Maryland. She worked as a Teacher for many years, later retiring. She enjoyed learning, traveling, and many kinds of art. She is survived by her brother, Frederick J. Bower; her nephew, Philip Bower, and her niece, Jessica Bower. At the family's request, services are private. Please leave an online condolence for Phyllis's family below.