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James Frank Phelps Long time resident and former Mayor of Occoquan, Virginia, James Frank Phelps passed away Sunday evening October 17, 2010. Survived by his wife, Mary Ann Phelps, Children John Matthew Phelps (Robyn), James Frank Phelps Jr., Jeremy William Phelps (Sandy), Jessica Phelps; his brother Edward A. Phelps (Nora); four beloved grandchildren, and his nieces, nephews and cousins.
Frank Phelps was a World War II combat veteran who served in the Marine Corps in the South Pacific theater, after which he began his civilian career with the Washington Metropolitan Police Department. After his retirement in 1971, Frank operated his own businesses and became active in local Virginia politics. He spent his life defending his country, fighting for justice and dedicated himself to public service. He was 82 years old.
A memorial service will be held at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home in Dale City on Wednesday October 20, 2010 at 7:00 pm. A military funeral service will be held on Thursday, October 21, 2010 at 2:00pm at Culpeper National Cemetery.
It was his request that in lieu of flowers, well-wishers please send donations to the ARC of Greater Prince William County: 13505 Hillendale Dr. Woodbridge, VA 22193 (703) 670-4800.
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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Yolanda Orozco
July 2, 2011
Semper Fi, my fellow Marine. To the Phelps Family my deepest sympathy. Mr. James Phelps will now be guarding the gates of heaven. May he rest in peace.
Prachak Siri
November 1, 2010
Mary Ann, I am so sorry for your loss of Frank. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Dr. Siri and Staff
October 28, 2010
Mary Ann...I am so sorry to learn of Frank's death...please know that you have my greatest sympathies...I thought a lot of Frank, and enjoyed the times we had together in the town hall...Frank was a wonderful guy and I will miss him...we were out of town in Georgia, South Carolina and Tennessee, and didn't learn of Frank's passing until yesterday...where are all the good guys going?...the best to you and your family...Harry
Lynn Sadler
October 26, 2010
Dear Jessica and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Lots of love from your friends at the hospital.
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October 23, 2010
To the Phelps Family from Jean Himmel (Jeff Palmer's mother): I was sorry to hear about your husband and father's death. What a life he lived! We should all do as well. Our sympathies to all of you. Jean Himmel (Fredericksburg, VA)
Dave & Debbie Reynal
October 21, 2010
Mary Ann, it's been a very long time since we've seen you, but we enjoyed knowing you and Frank. Our love and prayers to you and your family. Frank had a great sense of humor!
Love, Dave & Debbie Reynal
Ginny Blair
October 19, 2010
Know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I will always cherish my personal memories of Frank and how our friendship grew through the fun we comparing notes on that great scottie litter- now Frank has the opportunity to be greated at the rainbow bridge by all of his "special friends."
"Scottie Ho" My love to you MaryAnn and your family.
Janet & Dale Schroeder
October 19, 2010
We know that this is a most difficult time for you, but you can cherish all those wonderful memories that you have. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary Ann, and your family.
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