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Peter "Bowen" PHELPS Jr.

1959 - 2014

Peter "Bowen" PHELPS Jr. obituary, 1959-2014, St. Paul, MN

BORN

1959

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Roseville Memorial Chapel and Cremation Services

2245 North Hamline Avenue

Roseville, Minnesota

Peter PHELPS Obituary

Age 55 of St. Paul Bowen left us on September 7, 2014 surrounded by family, following a courageous 2 year struggle with brain cancer. Survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Nancy; sons, Jason, Keith and Anthony; parents, Peter and Saralee; siblings Erin Phelps-Stark (David), Frank (Christine), Bill (Jennifer) and Louise Page (Ben); many nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. Bowen was a loving and devoted husband, father, son, brother, uncle and friend who had an infectious zest for life that made everyone's lives better. Coiner of phrases like, "It's a beautiful thing". Mass of Christian Burial Thursday 11AM at St. Cecilia's Catholic Church, 2357 Bayless Place, St. Paul. Visitation Wednesday 5-8 PM at the Roseville Memorial Chapel, 2245 N. Hamline Ave and one hour prior to the Mass at church. Private family interment Roselawn Cemetery. Special thank you to Allina Hospice. Memorials preferred to the Angel Foundation.


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Published by Pioneer Press on Sep. 9, 2014.

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Ross Pfohl

November 17, 2014

I am sorry to hear of Bowen's passing. I had the honor of knowing Bowen at Breck. He was one of the best guys I have ever met. My respect to his family.

Bob Chiodo

September 11, 2014

Good decent man with a big heart. Thoughts and prayers to Phelps family. Many, many people from Qwest/CenturyLink are thinking of Bowen and his family.

Marjorie Dickey

September 11, 2014

I had the pleasure of working with Bowen and came to love his desire to create a workplace where all could succeed and enjoy themselves. He was one of the kindest and gentlest men I have known. I will miss him. My thoughts and hopes go out to his family, whom I know he adored.

September 10, 2014

Alicia and Jane Keyes, who knew Bowen and his family as a fellow Breck family, are very sad to learn of his death. Our hearts ache for you. We're sending thoughts of peace and love to his entire family.

Kathleen Johnson

September 10, 2014

I had the pleasure of knowing Bowen at my job, through Bowen's work with US West/Qwest/CenturyLink. He was always cordial, professional and responsive to our requests and requirements. And, Bowen had a great sense of humor and was fun to share a laugh with. My prayers and condolences go to Bowen's family.

Maria Hutchinson

September 10, 2014

I never actually met Bowen Phelps in person ... but this did not prevent me from knowing his tremendously kind and compassionate heart. I am fortunate for that brief moment when his tender soul reached out to touch my own, and that experience of Bowen will linger always.

September 10, 2014

My prayers for the peace and strength of the family.

Robin Sherrod/Co-worker of Bill Phelps

Cheryl & Jim Bebey

September 9, 2014

It was such a pleasure to meet Bowen in Florida at Bill and Jennifer's this year. He was such a warm, genuine guy…displayed a zest for life even while he was facing many physical challenges. We pray for peace and comfort for the entire family. How Bowen will be missed!

September 9, 2014

My sincere sympathies for the loss of your beloved one. May the Hearer of Prayer bring you peace and comfort during this difficult time-Psalm 9:9,10

Maria Tice

September 9, 2014

Bowen's optimism, courage, humor,caring and compassion were inspiring. Bowen taught me many lessons about how to live, and die well. To live well: love deeply, play often and fair, have Faith, eat cherry pie, rock out with good music. It's a beautiful thing! When I reminded Bowen he was a good husband, father, son, brother, friend, Uncle, and Rummikub player he added "and pie eater....and camper!" Thanks for all the wonderful times shared together, Bowen!

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Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Roseville Memorial Chapel and Cremation Services

2245 North Hamline Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113

Sep

11

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

St. Cecilia's Catholic Church

2357 Bayless Place, St. Paul, MN

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11

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m.

St. Cecilia's Catholic Church

2357 Bayless Place, St. Paul, MN

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2245 North Hamline Avenue, Roseville, MN 55113

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