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Andrew Phelan Obituary
He was born Jan. 2, 1932, in Brooklyn, the son of the late John Joseph and Mary Ellen (McGlynn) Phelan.
On Aug. 27, 1955, he married the former Barbara Ann Collins, who survives.
Mr. Phelan was a veteran, having served in the U.S. Air Force.
He was a 1958 graduate of Niagara University and then a 1962 graduate of the University at Buffalo.
Mr. Phelan worked in the U.S. Justice Dept. under Robert Kennedy and the U.S. Attorney's office in Buffalo. Then he headed the New Jersey Crime Commission and then was vice president of corporate security with American Express. He also was an Attorney of Law in Ellicottville for many years. He was a member of the Ellicottville American Legion.
Besides his wife of 57 years, he is survived by a son, A. Sean (Patricia) Phelan of Buffalo; three daughters, Mary Elizabeth (Greg) Walls of Williamsville, Catherine Ann Phelan of Amherst and Eileen Phelan of Buffalo; eight grandchildren, Andrew, Hannah, Erin, Barbara Ann, Sarah, Michaela, Meghan and Andrew.
Also surviving are two brothers, John Phelan of Buffalo and Joseph (Audrey) Phelan of Las Vegas, Nev.; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a son, Michael James Phelan.
Friends may call at the Mentley Funeral Home Inc., 411 Rock City St., Little Valley, on Sunday (Feb. 24, 2013) from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday (Feb. 25, 2013) at 11 a.m. from Holy Name of Mary RC Church, Ellicottville.
Burial will be in Mount Olivet Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Homecare and Hospice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Michael Drongosky
March 9, 2013
Barb,
So sorry to hear about the passing of Andrew, a truly kind, compassionate, gentleman. We will miss his presence on Sunday afternoons watching the Bills.
Godspeed,
Mike(the Pilot) and Cheryl
Rory Calabrese
February 28, 2013
I will forever think of Mr. Phelan with great fondness!
February 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of Andy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time, from the District Attorney's Office.
February 22, 2013
Barbara, I am so very, very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care, Kathy Earley
February 21, 2013
Barbara,
Very sorry for your loss. I didn't know your husband but I know you and we had a niece party recently at Jane's house. That's sad! My condolence to all your family. Natalia
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