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Phelps Connell

Ann Arbor, Michigan

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CONNELL, PHELPS M. Phelps "Flip" Connell completed his journey here on earth and rejoined his beloved wife, Jean, on October 22, 2013. Life was surely not the same after losing his soul mate of 62 years in August 2013. Phelps was first and foremost a gentleman, adored and...

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You know, Flip and Jeanne were the absolute best. Jeanne made wonderful chocolate chip cookies and became a surrogate mom for me, and Flip taught me to sail - which I've actively done the last 50 years. How blessed was I to have been loved by them!

Flip and Jean (for it is impossible to think of either of them without the other) were our neighbors and friends for the past 15 years. We watched Michigan football, talked politics, shared a glass of wine. They represented retirement in the best sense – an opportunity to be more involved in the community and enjoy time together in their shared interests. They remained physically active and intellectually vibrant, an inspirational example of how to age gracefully. We miss their presence while...

Many thanks to Flip...and again to Jean...for the laughter and warmth and random acts of kindness graciously shared with others every day. You are missed.

Flip will always be a part of the heart of Kerrytown Concert House--Such a pleasure to have him "around the house".
Good thoughts celebrating his life go out to all his friends and family.

Deanna Relyea

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.