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BORN
1980
DIED
2006
Cameron Phelan Obituary
Funeral: In lieu of the Viking funeral he requested on his blog, a memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Friday at All Saints' Episcopal School Chapel, 9700 Saints Circle, Fort Worth.
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, in honor of the angels of ICU and in memory of Cameron, donations may be made to John Peter Smith Hospital ICU, 1500 S. Main St., Fort Worth, Texas 76104; or the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, 120 Wall St., 19th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10005.
Cameron was a good son, a good brother, a good friend and a good person. He will be missed.
Survivors: His life is celebrated by friends from All Saints' Episcopal School, Ole Miss and the Small Business Administration; his parents, Deborah Kennemer Phelan and Wes Phelan and his wife, Claire; his sister, Julia Louise Phelan; and his grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. A.H. Kennemer. Cameron's aunts and uncles and cousins join in the celebration of his life.
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Jack Hesselbrock
March 24, 2018
Cameron,
You would be proud of your Dad. Went through a tough surgery and is already talking about BBQ, bourbon, and of course the Horned Frogs!
Jack
Cameron Phelan
December 10, 2017
I know I don't know him, but I send my condolences to the family. We have the same name and he died the day I was born.
Wes Phelan
December 31, 2016
10 years later and I still read these messages of condolence. 10 years later and I still miss my wonderful son.
You live in my heart now but my gosh you left a huge footprint on this earth, in such a very short time.
Until we meet again
dad
Paige (Sorenson) Stock
August 23, 2006
I recently heard the news of Cameron's passing, and my deepest sympathies go out to all of his loving family and friends. He was a true original and someone who will be forever missed but never forgotten. May God bless you all in your time of need, and may Cameron's memory brighten every day. You are all in my prayers.
Dad
August 22, 2006
I hope that by now you have met my grandfather and have reunited with Granny and Buddy, Be sure and have my grandpa wiggle his ears for you. He had such great ears. I miss you terribly and will always love you, my wonderful son.
Karen Buttell
August 14, 2006
Dear Deba and entire family, There aren't any words to express are feelings to you. Please know that you are all in our thoughts. Deepest sympathy, Larry and Karen Buttell
Julia Phelan
August 10, 2006
I miss you big bro. I hope you're having a beer with God right now and getting all those questions you have answered. I'll love you always and never stop missing you! you have great friends who have adopted me, but I know I'll never be the true "Phelan". I love you.
Dave Roach
August 7, 2006
I can't retrieve the words to express the grief and sorrow I feel for my great friend Wes and his family. I have known them for what seems like a lifetime and knew cameron his entire life, from day one. From what I have read and heard, he has some very close and special friends. I know that kind of friendship, and I know it makes all of this just that much harder. But we can all take pride in having known him and solace in knowing he is in much, much better place,
Katy James
August 4, 2006
Cameron, It has been too long since we last talked, but I wanted to tell you what a great guy you are. You will be missed in my heart along with everyone who loves you. I have many memories of growing up with you and hanging out with the neighborhood kids. You will not be forgotten and your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Much love to you and your family, Katy James
Melissa Davis
August 3, 2006
Dear Phelan Family,Cameron was one of my "Campfire Boys" At Ridglea Hills Elem,What energy and contributions he always made to the group! My heart truly goes out to you all! Melissa Davis and son Michael Davis Ft Worth Texas
Carlos & Jennifer Castresana
August 3, 2006
Our prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Paula Baker
August 3, 2006
I have been thinking about the Cameron I knew years ago at All Saints' Episcopal School. He was a fine boy and student. I consider it a pleasure to have known him.
Melba Johnson
August 1, 2006
Cameron worked with me on the night shift and made it very interesting. For example, when I needed a pick me up I would say, "Cameron, do the commercial for me", sometimes he did not want to but he would do the Pepsi commercial for me and when he smiled, the dimples would just pop out. It would always brighten my night. I am going to really miss him and his pretty hair. I know he is in a better place. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers.
John "Schiff" Schiffermuller
August 1, 2006
Dearest Deba: You know my prayers are with you, Julia, your loved parents, and all your family. You have gone through more than anyone should have to. No words can ease this loss, and I feel so useless when someone I care for suffers. My love is with you, as always.
Kim Korte
August 1, 2006
Deborah, I am sorry to hear about your loss! I will keep you and all of your family in my thoughts and prayers!
Shana McCracken
August 1, 2006
Deborah - I am so sorry I never had the chance to meet Cameron in person, but I felt like I knew his spirit through the many lively stories you regularly shared with me at the office. The Vacation Bible School story is a favorite. What a gift he was to the world. I am so very sorry.
Stacy Allen
August 1, 2006
Wow, I can't believe this, Cameron worked for me in Ft. Worth and he was always a joy to have around. He made my days a lot easier to bear. He was very supportive when I lost my mother in March. I know that he is good hands now. He was a special person. His parents should be proud they raised a lovely son.
July 31, 2006
Dear Deborah and Wes, We just found out about Cameron's death on Sunday as we were out of town last week. Please know that we are thinking about you and holding you in our prayers. There are no adequate words right now, probably only hugs and tears. Deba, last week, in fact the day of Cameron's death, was the ninth anniversary of my nephew, John's, funeral. You were right there through all of that with me and I'll never forget it.
I hope both of you feel the love, care and compassion which you shared with me at that time.
We love you and will be in touch as soon as we can get your Florida and Fort Worth addresses. Libby and Doyle Willis, Jr.
John, Laura and Drew Shendock
July 31, 2006
Wes, Deba, Julia and Claire,
Such a fine young man to lose at so young an age. Our deepest sympathies to all of you on Cameron's death. We remember the day he was born and celebrating many times with you. We will all meet in heaven some day. Our love to you.
Jil (Faires) Williams
July 31, 2006
Cameron,
You truly were someone that always made me happy everytime I saw you. I will always cherish the summer we had together. I will look forward to your big hug next time we meet.
Carol Negro
July 31, 2006
Wes,
No words are adequate. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Curtiesha Colbert
July 31, 2006
I will miss you Cameron
Monica and Carter Hopkins
July 31, 2006
Dear Deba and family,
Our hearts are broken over the loss that your family and the Kennemer's have experienced of late. We send our heartfelt condolences, many prayers, hugs and kisses.
All our love,
Monica and Carter Hopkins
Blake Martin
July 31, 2006
Cameron it was a pleasure to meet you. I will miss you and my thoughts and prayers are with you, your family, and your friends. May God Bless you!
Beth Knight Schindler
July 30, 2006
I am amazed at what the human heart can live through. I think that surely I could not survive losing Jody and one of my kids. May the grace of God be beyond your comprehension.
Robin Raborn
July 30, 2006
My heart aches. I cannot believe so much suffering in so short a time for your family. May God comfort you during this nightmare of sorrow.
Robin Raborn
Amy Nukala
July 30, 2006
Cameron had a unique personality. It was always a pleasure to be around him. He tried to get along with everyone. The work place will never be the same at SBA. Until we meet again.
Our condolences are with the Phelan family.
Aurora Lewis
July 30, 2006
When you lose parents, you are called an "orphan". When you lose your spouse, you are a "widow" or "widower". But there is no word for when you lose a child because no word can even begin to convey the pain and loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stephanie Boles
July 29, 2006
Cameron, the love of your family and friends was evident in your hospital room. You are deeply loved. You are in our thoughts. With love from the ICU nurses and doctors.
Michael Gruber
July 29, 2006
Ceepe, I miss you buddy. Your awesomeness will live on forver in our hearts. What mode of transportation will you be taking to heaven: a Segway or a car with a singing dolphin?
Sarah West
July 29, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Shawn, Sarah, & Ellie West
Christian Jones
July 29, 2006
Ceepe, I am a gonna miss a you very very much. (typed in bad Italian accent.) Only read your bloggings and heard you on internet radio but I could tell you were a goooooooood man. God Bless you and your family.
Jeff Jones
July 29, 2006
You are my hero Ceepe. You've left us, but your wit, charm and lovable wackiness will stay with us forever.
Mike Nelson
July 28, 2006
Heart-felt sympathy to the Phelan family.
Mindy Bowden
July 28, 2006
You didn't get the Viking Funeral but I hope you are enjoying Valhalla. My thoughts and prayer are with your family. It's only a bit of time till we all meet again.
Pamela & Craig Chernick
July 28, 2006
We have this feeling that there is one more star up in the sky tonight. And, even though it is far away, it's brightness and warmth still reach us here to make the night a little less dark. Cameron will be truly missed. He was a larger than life young man who will leave a larger than life whole in the hearts of so many family members and friends.
With our deepest sympathy,
Pamela & Craig Chernick
Kelly Hodgkins
July 28, 2006
My deepest sympathies and heartfelt wishes to the family. Robert, my friend, I love you!
Tom Gilliam
July 28, 2006
Cameron,
You were always a hell-of-a friend and co-conspirator. Thanks for always making me laugh since our old freshman days at Ole Miss. I love you like a brother and I'll miss you like hell til the day we meet again! Keep a bar-stool warm up there for me, will ya?
Sheila
July 28, 2006
Ceepe was the best person I never met.
And I wish I had.
Elmer Wayne Williams
July 28, 2006
Ceepe will be missed by all of those who knew him and enjoyed his fine work. I hope they have internet radio in heaven.
Courtney (Chernick) Yockstick
July 28, 2006
When I think of Cameron, I think of a great big smile...and a huge hug. The room was always full of laughter when he was around. My thoughts are prayers are with his family. And to all his close All Saints buddies, I am so sorry, he was such a special piece of the puzzel and so dear to you all, it is hard to imagine Walter or Spencer without Cameron. I am touched with how close your group is and how much you value your friendships. I know for sure all the laughter Cameron brought to your gatherings will continue on. You are blessed to have had such a wonderful and dedicated friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Much Love,Courtney Chernick Yockstick
Scott W
July 28, 2006
Prayers are with Ceepe's family. Don't let his legacy die. What is right hand. God bless.
Robert Branch
July 28, 2006
My throughts and prayers are with your family
Mallard Toss
July 28, 2006
Ceepe,
You were a good man and will be missed by many.
cleo martin
July 28, 2006
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.
Bill and Carolyn Bacon
July 28, 2006
Our prayers are with you. May God bless.
Katy Smith
July 28, 2006
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Kaysie Ellis
July 28, 2006
I will miss you deeply. You were a great friend (that shot rubber bands at me and then made goofy faces)It was great having you as a co-worker and team lead. May many blessing go out to the Phelan family. You will always have a place in our hearts.
Halen Watkins
July 28, 2006
My heart and prayers go out to Cameron and his family.
Mildred Darton
July 28, 2006
Cameron, it was a pleasure sharing workspace with you. You will certainly be missed.
Benny Nichols
July 28, 2006
Cameron was such a kind, caring person that the world needs more of!
My prayers are with the family as he will truly be missed!
Jana Stukanov
July 28, 2006
I never met you, Cameron, but I know how much you meant to my daughter, Tara, and how she will always remember you. It is my loss never to have met you personally. All I ever heard were wonderful things about you, and how your humorous personality lit up a room. You will be missed.
Bridgette & Paul Parker
July 28, 2006
Cameron was always cheerful and enthusiastic, eagerly helpful, and friendly to everyone. I was looking forward to Cameron being around our future daughter. He was the type of person I'd want her to know. Equal to his kindness was his comic genius and talent.
We love you always Ceepe.
Ramona Lambert
July 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Anne Chernick
July 28, 2006
Cameron's the only person I know who constantly received cheers upon entering a room for just showing up! The enthusiasm for Phelan will live on in our hearts and friendships forever.
Lauren Deen
July 28, 2006
Cam, I love you buddy. You will always be with us.
Ed & Judy Townes
July 28, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
susan nix
July 28, 2006
Our hearts go out to all the family...what a precious son, brother and friend.
Blessings,
Susan and Kent Nix
Chris Siekmann
July 28, 2006
Our hearts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss. In your son's honor, we made a donation to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Please let us know if we can do anything more for you during this difficult time.
-Chris and Rebecca Siekmann
Donna Lawson
July 28, 2006
I did time for his team & he was always a help so I could get my work done in a timely manner. I will miss him. I pray for his loved one he left behind.My God bless his family.
tara holcomb
July 28, 2006
Cameron, you truly touched my life and for this I will never forget you.
Margie Lilly
July 28, 2006
We are just heartsick for your family & Cameron's many, many friends. He was so special & such fun - this is a huge loss to so many. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Love, Margie & Bob Lilly
Lindsay Bond
Chad & Lauren Morgan
Lidia Ragan
July 28, 2006
I worked in same area at SBA where Cameron was Team Lead. What a wonderful young man! He was genteel,very cordial, polite, and a hard worker. He will be missed. To the parents I say, thank you for this special young man you raised and loved. Your footprints were on his life.
Stewart & Jane Kenderdine
July 28, 2006
Our deepest sympathy to Wes and the family. We share your sorrow so much and wish we could be with you during this time.
Kaysie Ellis
July 28, 2006
I will really miss you. I was blessed to have you as a good friend and co-worker as well as my team lead.
John and Lara Reenan
July 28, 2006
We send our prayers for Cameron and for all the Phelan family.
Sharon Staten
July 28, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Mary Jones
July 28, 2006
Dar Family
Thank you for granting me the privilege of being a part of the life of Cameron.
Mary Jones All Saints Episcopal Church and ICU Volunteer Chaplain John Peter Smith Hospital.
Paulette Marshall
July 28, 2006
May the Blessings of the Lord comfort you and keep you during this time of sorrow.
Bridgette Parker
July 28, 2006
No matter what was going on in my life, whenever I saw Cameron at my front door, my heart was lifted. It sounds silly, but "Ceepe" will always remind me of an adorable puppy. He was always cheerful and enthusiastic, eager to be helpful, and friendly and kind to virtually everyone.
I was looking forward to Cameron being around our daughter. He was the type of person I'd want her to know growing up.
Equal in my mind to his kindness was his comic genius. His quirkiness and wit will remain legendary to those who knew him. I truly believe that Cameron could have become the next great Southern humorist. But as so often happens, the price of genius must be brevity of years.
I'd like to think that Cameron is in some heavenly realm taken shape as a tropical beach. He's strolling about in his comfy shoes and button down shirt, unbothered by the heat. He swirls a drink in one hand and in the other writes out his masterpiece in the sand with the tip of his dapper umbrella.
We love you always Ceepe,
Miscommunication’s Mrs. Paul
David May
July 28, 2006
Cameron had so many friends he knew he had. As shown in the past week, he had many more friends he didn't know he had who are touched by life and his passing.
Rest in peace Cameron and God bless Wes and the entire family.
Denise D Houston
July 28, 2006
God Bless you and keep you! You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Minister Curtis & Denise Houston
John & Pam James
July 28, 2006
Wes,Debra, Julia and family,
I just wanted to express to you our feelings and sadness for your loss. Pam and I know the pain that you are enduring right now and only hope that God can help you through this. From experience, this is the greatest challange you will ever face. Trust in God and over time things will get easier. Time doesn't erase, but it does have a way of making things easier. They never go away, they are just put in a special place in our hearts and minds. Please don't hestiate to let us know if we can do anything for you.
David Harrell
July 28, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Wes. The entire Frog family mourns with you.
Paul
July 28, 2006
No viking funeral???
What am I going to do with this boat and all this gasoline?
Oh, well. I miss you, Cam.
Thanks for being a part of my life and being such a good friend. You were the best.
Mark Montague
July 28, 2006
May Camerons family & friends enfold each other in love, sympathy & support to grieve and heal together. I did not know Cameron but I know his Father, and a finer man I have not met.
Wes Phelan
July 28, 2006
Thank you for adding so much joy to my life. I miss you so much, my wonderful Mr Roon.
Jim Grant
July 28, 2006
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Robert Phelan
July 27, 2006
So long nephew, until we meet again.
I'll always love you.....
Uncle Robert
Alice Duncan
July 27, 2006
He was a good co-worker. He had us laughing alot and made the workplace a better place. I remember the rubber band shooting when he thought nobody was looking. He reminded me of my youngest step-brother and I will miss him.
Bob & Marty Kenderdine
July 27, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Walt Kimbrough
July 27, 2006
Ceepe, you were a special guy. I'm very happy to have met you and been able to hang out with you and do silly stuff with you, as well.
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