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Paul Phelps Obituary

Paul Vincent Phelps, age 51, Lawrence, Kansas was called home by the Lord on July 4th, 2012.

Paul was born in Salt Lake City, Utah on March 31st, 1961 to Barbara Helen Phelps and Glen Riley Phelps.

Paul graduated from Shawnee Heights High School, attended Emerson College, and received a BA English Creative Writing and a BA in Theatre from Washburn University.

He went on to enjoy a long career in manufacturing sales.

Paul enjoyed community service, he served on PTA, Site Counsel, Steering committees, loved his role as coach, and worked to give back to family, friends and community at every opportunity presented.

Paul married Christina in 1993 and enjoyed being a father to his Daughter Harley, and his Son Mason.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Christina Phelps; daughter, Harley Phelps; Son, Mason Phelps; Mother, Barbara Phelps; Step Father, Lynn McClelland; Sister, Rebecca Phelps; Brother, John Phelps; Sister, Jennifer (Phelps) Ishee; 3 Nieces, 4 Nephews.

The family will receive visitation at Rumsey Yost, on Tuesday July 10th, 2012 from 6 to 8 pm.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, July 11th, 2012 at Central United Methodist Church, 1501 Mass.

Paul had an amazing zest for life, a tremendous sense of humor and always made time for his family, friends, and community.

In lieu of flowers please assist the Phelps family with overwhelming medical expenses, and scholarship fund for Paul's two children. Go to to www.facebook.com/phelpsfamilyassistancefund to find out how to make your contributions.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Jul. 6, 2012.

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July 30, 2012

Hi, my name is Patrick Montano and I worked with Paul for a few years and I loved this person.... he cracked me up and we went back and forth on several thins... sports etc... I still think about him all the time. He is a great person... I will miss him and know he's in God's hands. May God Bless him and your Family... I'll miss you Paul and will see you in the Glory land. May the Lord comfort your family.

In Christ,
Patrick Montano

Paula Little

July 22, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your / our loss. Paul was a great friend and prior coworker and a man I called friend. May your hearts and bodies be comforted by our great father in heaven that is the only true things that can give you peace through these troubled times. Paul will be missed. Wishing you peace, comfort and blessings today and through time forward.~ Paula Little

Stephen & Trisha Patrician

July 13, 2012

Our deepest sympathies and prayers to the entire Phelps family. May you find peace and comfort of family and friends.

Kim Orth

July 12, 2012

Christina, Harley, and Mason,
We are so sorry for your loss and can't imagine all that you're going through. Please remember that you are not alone and that others are thinking and praying for your family every day.

Kent Fisher

July 12, 2012

Christina, Harley, and Mason, you are in our prayers. This has touched Stephanie and I deeply, and we think of you daily.

Charlotte Marthlaler

July 12, 2012

Christina - I am very sorry for your loss. I knew Paul as a person with strong convictions and I admired that about him. He will be missed. My thoughts are with you and your children.

Mark Knowles

July 11, 2012

My deepest condolences to the Phelps family. I will forever miss his friendship, sense of humor, lust for life, and his contagious smile and energy. Miss you, Paulie. Here's lookin' at you.

Penny Perrine

July 11, 2012

I am sorry for your loss.

Todd Nuss

July 10, 2012

Christina & Family~ I am so sorry for your loss. Paul was certainly an amazing man, full of laughter & joy. His memory will remain close to a lot of hearts, and I hope you can feel comfort in the fact that he made such an impact on so many people. Thank you for sharing Paul with us, and please know that we are here for you.

Matthew Allison

July 10, 2012

Dear, Christina, Mason, and Harley, I offer my deepest condolences. Thanks for everything Paulie, you were a great person and an even better friend. I'll always cherish our friendship and the time we had.

Alice Brewer

July 10, 2012

so sorry for your loss.

Alison Ogden

July 10, 2012

Although it has been some time since we have spoken, I was certainly saddened to hear of Paul's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

July 10, 2012

Dear Christina, Harley, and Mason,
I extend my deepest sympathies to you in the loss of Paul. Please know that I am keeping you close in my thoughts and prayers.
Sheryl Simmons

Kathleen Johnson

July 9, 2012

Christina and family, there are no words to express the sorrow that we feel. Our prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Peace, Kathleen Johnson & family

Debbie Boyd

July 8, 2012

I want to say how sorry I am that Paul has past..we loved working together and always laughed about something. He's truly going to be missed. May his family find peace and comfort soon!
GOD BLESS,
Debbie Boyd from his Walgreens family

July 8, 2012

Our prayers are with you and your family. Love to all of you.

Meggan Griggs & Bob Etzel

Mary Banks

July 8, 2012

Chris you and your children Harley and Mason are in my thoughts and prayers. I feel so blessed to have known Paul and you as you are wonderful people with such big hearts. Stay strong and positive as you already have and know that he will be watching over all of you. With all my love to you and your family at this time.

Miguel Armenta

July 7, 2012

Chris,your family is in my prayers, I am thankful that I had the chance to call Paul my friend.

Marsha

July 6, 2012

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

Debra and Dan Rukes

July 6, 2012

Christina, Harley and Mason- We can only imagine the pain you must be feeling with the loss of Paul. Each of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Nikki May

July 6, 2012

Paul will be missed by so many. Chris, Mason, and Harley, I'm definitely thinking of you guys.

Michael Zimmerman

July 6, 2012

So very sorry for your loss....

Debbie Snyder

July 6, 2012

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Michael Reece

July 6, 2012

Thank you Paul for close to 40 years of friendship and memories. I was blessed to have you in my life and to call you my friend.

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