Franklin Edson PHELPS

Franklin was the most charming and generous man I had ever met in Minnesota. I am grateful he considered me a friend and vice versa. He was clever, had a wicked sense of humor and an incredibly contagious laugh. I was deeply in love with him but we would always be star crossed lovers. I'm relieved he found love and happiness and only regret he didn't get to live his best life for decades longer. Rest my dear friend. We will all meet again.

A memorable person to everyone he met. Exceptional passion and energy. Loved my/our brother. Always have and always will. Thank you Frank for bringing your precious Sam, Christine, Amber, Paige, and Carter into our lives.

Ackley introduced us and our first date was at Coffee Talk in Taylor's Falls, MN. The chemistry was off the charts. All I could think of was that scene in Moonstruck when Dukakis asks Cher, Do you love him? And Cher responds, Yeah ma, I do. Dukakis didn't miss a beat, Aw gee that's too bad. It fit because I was dealing with unthinkable drama in my life and now before me was a wonderful man that I couldn't deny was perfect for me. Thank you, Frank, for your love and you will always be in my...

There is never a day where I do not think of Franklin my brother. Hes a brother from another mother whos always in my heart.. I have two photos of Franklin in my office. Whenever I get tired and worn out I look at this picture and have the juice to help people with substance use disorders as I am a counselor. I also share Franklin story with people to them. Get on the love train baby.

sorry to read about frank's passing. he was my friend and consultant on metals. he will be missed by all.

My condolences for the loss of a man so full of joy that, though I have not seen him in 30 years, I still recall his smile and the twinkle in his eye as if it was yesterday. His family and close friends are in my thoughts.

Christine, I know that Frank adored you and your girls, and that you have lost the love of your life! I'm so sorry. It's been such a long time since I last saw you two, beaming with love and a seeming forever happiness. I know you have many loving friends to embrace you and help you through this rough time, and I'm one of them. Love you dear friend.