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Alvin Phelphs Obituary
76, of Louisville passed away Thursday at his home.
He was born June 8, 1939 the son of George and Theresa Oswald Phelphs. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, George Phelphs.
Alvin had worked at Grindmaster, Inc. for 20 years and was also a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church.
Survivors include his loving wife, Geneva Phelphs; daughter, Theresa Hickey (Stephen); two sons, Alvin Phelphs, Jr. (Christi) and Jeffrey Phelphs (Carrie); eight grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary Metzler, Jo Wellinghurst, Letha Horn, Margaret Hodge and one brother, Kenny Phelphs.
A service to celebrate Al's life will be conducted at 12 p.m. on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at Arch L. Heady & Son at Westport Village, 7410 Westport Rd. Private burial will take place at Cave Hill Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4-8 p.m. on Friday at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be given to Hosparus or the American Cancer Society.
Please visit www.archlheadywestport.com to leave a condolence for the family.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
January 30, 2016
Geneva, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you and pray that you receive comfort and strength during the coming days. We were blessed to have known Al. Jim and Mary
January 29, 2016
My deepest condolences.
- Mike Price
Steve & Barbara Phelphs
January 29, 2016
Geneva and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during these difficult times. Truly wish we could have made the trip back to Kentucky to honor Uncle Alvin's life. He will be missed by all that knew and loved him.
January 29, 2016
Geneva, have thought & prayed for you & Al daily. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. He gave it his best and fought a long hard battle. God bless you and give you the courage and strength you have always shown.
Prayers for you and the family.
Bill & Jean Feger
January 29, 2016
Geneva,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at your time of need.
Love, Larry & Elaine Norman
Jim Coss
January 29, 2016
Alvin & Christi:
Our thoughts & prayers are with you. Remember all the good times and great memories. Alvin, I always enjoyed talking to you about your Dad, and sharing your experiences. I know he appreciated the great care your family gave. him.
Sincerely,
Jim & Kitty Coss
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