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Henry Phelps Obituary
OCALA - Dr. Henry Beveridge Phelps, 81, died Feb. 21, 2011, in Ocala, following a brief illness. Born in Cambridge, Mass., he was the son of Gordon W. and Ruth Phelps of Stanford, Vt. He graduated from Loomis Academy and Lafayette College before earning his Ph.D. in Psychology at Columbia University. After serving in the U.S. Army, Dr. Phelps was appointed director of clinical psychology for Howard Family Services Center in Burlington, Vt. He later taught psychology at Castleton State Teacher's College, retiring as chairman of the psychology department. He also launched the first Apple Computer retail store in Vermont. He enjoyed his woodshop, soldering circuit boards, studying technical stock charts and building a family clay tennis court. He also played football in high school and college and enjoyed tennis, skiing, golf, bridge and black-jack. Survivors include four children, Anne Hamilton, David, Douglas and Carlton Phelps; six grandchildren; his former wife of 36 years, Betty Phelps; and longtime companion, Francis Kennedy. Cremation arrangements were made with Roberts Funeral Homes Bruce Chapel West, Ocala, FL.
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Nancy Sobotka
June 8, 2011
I just learned of your loss Fran, my thoughts are with you during this sad time. Find comfort and peace remembering the precious memories you have of your many years with Bev. It was a special bond the two of you had that few are blessed with.
Peace, Love and Light
June 4, 2011
Bev was a wonderful, kind and patient man who was never quick to judge but easily found the good others. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved him.
Kristin McLean
Dan Kennedy
June 4, 2011
We wish to express our sympathy in your loss and to let you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 4, 2011
June04,2011 Bev was abeautiful man in so many wonderful ways. He patiently and humbly helped me through some very difficult times.AND without question he quietly supported those close to him that he loved so dearly.My condolences go out to the Phelps family upon the loss of a true patriarch. Kelli Kennedy
June 4, 2011
What a wonderful man. He loved his children more than they will ever know.
Beverly Dolphin Brown
June 3, 2011
Fran so sorry for your loss.My thoughts and prayers are with you .
God bless,Bev Dolphin
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