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1964
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2011
Paul Phelps Obituary
Paul Wayne Phelps, 46, of Lenzburg, Ill., born Oct. 17, 1964, in Owensboro, Ky., passed away Friday, June 10, 2011 in Lenzburg, Ill.
Paul worked as the grain elevator manager for St. Clair County Service Co. for more than 20 years. He was the owner and operator of Phelps University Restaurant in Lenzburg, Ill. He served as president of the Lenzburg Lions Club and as a board member on both the Lenzburg Township and Kaskaskia Water District.
Surviving are his father, Randal (Lisa) Phelps of Baldwin, Ill., mother, Diane Small of Marissa, Ill.; wife, Sally, nee Kempen, Phelps, whom he married on July 20, 1991 in Marissa, Ill.; daughter, Nina Mae Phelps of Lenzburg, Ill.; son, Chazz Wayne Phelps of Lenzburg, Ill.; three brothers, Greg Phelps of Marissa, Ill., Allen Phelps of Lenzburg, Ill., and Darrell (Courtney) Phelps of Breeze, Ill. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to the family.
Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, June 13, 2011, and from 9 to 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2011, at the Heil-Schuessler Funeral Home in Marissa, Ill.
Funeral: Services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, June 14, 2011, at the funeral home with Pastor Mark Knight officiating. Burial will be held at the Marissa Township Cemetery in Marissa, Ill.
HEIL-SCHUESSLER FUNERAL HOMES, Marissa, Ill.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Phelps
Vicki Miller
December 30, 2011
I only met Paul a few times and talked to him on the phone long-distance. He was a tremendous help providing meals to my mother & her husband (Gregg & Ruby Kipping) after Mom's heart surgery and when she was coping with cancer before her death in March 2011. Paul let me pre-pay for meals and offered to deliver them so Mom & Gregg had good, hot meals when they needed them. I'm sorry to hear of his death; he was so kind and caring about Mom's situation. My sympathy to his family as they cope with their loss.
Pam Womack
June 16, 2011
My prayers and thoughts are with you, Sally, Nina and Chazz if you need anything at all day or night we're right next door. Rest in Peace Paul.
Candace Smith
June 16, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Paul's children and his parents. Paul always had a wonderful smile and a kind word. Hold onto your memories. They are treasures that no one can ever take away.
Darryl & Dody Hagen
June 15, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Valerie Fulton
June 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of Paul. He always had a great personality and he was a great friend. Valerie Fulton Metcalf.
linda beck
June 14, 2011
i'm sorry for your loss
Sharon Litteken
June 14, 2011
Our heart felt sympathy goes out to Paul's family. You will sincerely be missed my friend.
Jeff and Sharon Litteken
Gene Triefenbach
June 14, 2011
Our most heart felt sympathy to the entire Phelps family in your time of loss.
Gene Triefenbach, Chrissy Meggs, and Family
Kathy Hobbs
June 14, 2011
I was really sorry to hear about Paul's death. I'll be praying for his family!!
Marvin Ozee
June 14, 2011
My sincerest condolences to the entire Phelps family.
Lennie, Kim,Tyler & Trevor Sinn
June 14, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and especially the children of Paul. He will be sadly missed by many.
June 13, 2011
Sympathy from our family to yours for the loss of a great guy,Paul. Prayers be with you. Rick and Patti Brown
June 13, 2011
To the Entire Phelps Family -
Please accept our sincerest sympathy for your loss. Paul was always so nice to us when we would visit him at Phelps University. God bless you all during this difficult time!
Sincerely,
Marc and Jennifer Hoffman
Justine Stratton
June 13, 2011
I have known Paul for about 17 years or so....he was a special person...always had a smile for you....he will be missed everyday...and knowing I wont be seeing him every week is very sad...I know he is in a better place....his children and family are in my prayers...God speed Paulie.....
kimberly dayton
June 13, 2011
our prayers and thoughts are with you all
June 13, 2011
Sympathy is extended to the entire family of Paul. May he rest in peace. Paul was my neighbor for so so many years. The entire community will certainly miss him. Helen McCloskey
Randy,Jean Evans
June 13, 2011
Sally&Phelps Family, Please accept our deepest sympathies in your loss of Paul.He was a kind and compassionate man,always ready with a smile and kind words.He will be deeply missed by many.Again our deepest sympathies.
June 13, 2011
Diana I am so sorry for the loss of your son, even though you know that he is with our Lord now it still doesn't fill the void you have in your heart. My sympathy goes out to Randy, and his wife and children. Joan (Powers) Voges
June 13, 2011
Sally and family. So very sorry to hear of Pauls passing. Please accept our deepest sympathies and our Prayers are with you. Buster and Mary Kirkpatrick
Ed & Sandy Schloz
June 13, 2011
Dear Sally and family of Paul,
So Sorry to hear of Paul's death. Please accept our deepest sympathy. Paul was an excellent employee for me...from being a part-timer to full time employee at the Lenzburg blend shed. Paul will be remembered by many.
Sincerely,
Ed Schloz, retired GM of St. Clair Service Co.
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