Herbert Arthur Phelan Jr.

Mr. Phelan was also my Webelos leader and I have fond memories of going to deer camp on a scouting trip with Herbie and Michael to Bandera, Texas. His wife Maxine was my Cub Scouts den mother and my high school freshman English teacher. I reflect on the time years later when Herb and Maxine visited me while I was working in Kennebunkport, Maine with the U.S. Secret Service. I often reflect on the people who influenced me and helped me to become the person I am today and Mr. Phelan was definitely a big part of that influence. Mr. Phelan you will be missed as will the sweet aroma of your pipe tobacco. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Phelan family for the loss of a great man! I wish I had known because I would´ve definitely traveled to pay my respects in person! Respectfully. Joey Slawinski.

Mr. Phelan was my Webelos leader and left a lasting impression on me. He was so knowledgeable and sophisticated, moreso than anyone else I would encounter in the community. He had numerous stories with which he would teach us and when he told a story with pipe in hand, there was absolutely no way I wouldn't believe 100% of everything he said. Phelan family, so sorry for your loss. We all grieve with you!