Harry Phelps Obituary
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Harry was raised in Odem, Texas, and on May 2, 1964, he married the love of his life, Carolyn Phelps. Together, they built a beautiful life and raised two children, Donna Lynn and Darren Ray Phelps. Years later Harry was reunited with his first son, Jeffrey Lynn Phelps who continues to live next door with the family.
He dedicated his career to the telecommunications industry, working with Contel, GTE, and Verizon, before retiring from Texas State University. Harry served in the U.S. Army during Vietnam, was stationed in Korea, and always flew the American flag with honor.
Harry was preceded in death by his fathers, Thomas Phelps and Sherman Wells; his mother, Mary Jane Compton; his eldest brother, Arland Phelps; and his beloved "Granny Grunt," Visa Lou Lillian Compton.
A memorial service will be held at the Fentress Community Cemetery on County Road 277 on Saturday, July 5, at 1:00 PM.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to:
Fentress Community Cemetery Association
P.O. Box 292
Fentress, Texas 78622
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Desiree Osborne
June 23, 2025
I went to school with Darren many moon's ago. Sorry for your loss. You and your family and in my thoughts.
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