of Maumelle, AR
July 8, 1946 - April 30, 2019
Robert Charles (Bob) Phelps passed away at home April 30, 2019. He was born July 8, 1946 in Arkadelphia, Arkansas to the late Paul and Jamie Phelps. Bob was a 1964 graduate of Arkadelphia High School and 1968 graduate of Ouachita Baptist University. He served in the U.S. Army on active duty in Stuttgart, Germany and continued his Service in the Reserves upon his return, achieving the rank of Captain. He worked as a District Sales Manager with Southern Farm Bureau Insurance until his retirement in 1999.
Bob spent his teen and young adult years boating on Lake DeGray, playing 60's folk music on the guitar and picking apples in Washington State. He was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing almost weekly until recent years. He was a founding member of the ''Thirteen Ponders'' at Maumelle Country Club and treasured the friendships he made there. Bob was fortunate to have traveled extensively with his family and dear friends and was at his happiest watching his grandsons play football.
Bob is survived by his wife of 50 years, Lane Deese Phelps; daughters, Ashley McNeely (Van) and Megan Granberry (Chris); 3 grandsons (Lane, Tucker & Dawson Granberry), 3 step-grandsons (Hunter Caples, Michael & Taylor McNeely); sister, Terri Van Houten, and a host of extended family. He was preceded in death by his beloved rescue lab, Barney.
A Memorial Service will be held Sunday, May 5th at 1:00 at First United Methodist Church of Maumelle, 1201 Edgewood Dr, Maumelle, AR followed by a Celebration of his Life at Maumelle Country Club. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Maumelle Friends of the Animals, P.O. Box 13061, Maumelle, AR 72113.
Sign Guestbook
15 Condolence(s)
Mike & Sandy
Saturday, May 11, 2019
Lane & family,
So sorry that you have lost a husband, father & grandfather. Although I didn’t meet Bob until later in life, I quickly learned that he was a neat guy who loved to travel and loved being with family & friends (including his best friend Barney). The ‘Arkansas Travelers’ took Sandy & I under their wings & accepted us as one of their own while on an Alaskan Cruise (our first, their ‘umpteenth’). We went on another ‘memorial’ (for several reasons) cruise in Europe a year later and have made several trips to Maumelle in the succeeding years to visit. Even spent some time at Greers Ferry Lake during NCAA Men’s Basketball Final Four in which only Lane successfully selected the winning team. Evidently, Bob enjoyed being with his ‘Army buddies’ who he spoke about often. Pleasant memories with lots of laughter and Bob will be missed by many including the Nolans from Texas.
Don & Donny White
Tuesday, May 7, 2019
Our thoughts & prayers are with you through this difficult time, sorry for your loss.
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Monday, May 6, 2019
Lane, I am so sorry, you will be in my prayers! Love you, Billie Sur
Delbert Palmer
Sunday, May 5, 2019
Eternal rest grant unto Bob.... my Rho Sigma Brother, good friend and classmate.
Mary DeArmond Winters
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Lane, I am so sorry to find out about Bob. I wish I could come to the service but I have a prior engagement. Prayers for you and your family as you go through this time. May you feel God’s presence.
Rhonda Reynolds Parker
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Blessings to Lane, her daughters and all family members during this time of loss.
Sandi & John Wystt
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Lane, John and I are still in shock and saddened at Bob's passing. You, Megan, & Ashley are in our prayers. We thought ok Lane G and the boys also. He was so proud of them. Praying for comfort and peace for all of you.
Toan Le
Saturday, May 4, 2019
Mrs Lane, I am so shocked to hear that mr Bob passed away. You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time. Love you!
Al Martin
Friday, May 3, 2019
Lane, I just read this and was so saddened to see it. May God wrap his arms around you and your family and comfort you. Love you a bunch!
Paul and Kaye Hoover
Friday, May 3, 2019
Lane, we are so sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. You and your precious family are in our prayers!
Love you!
David and Donna Etchieson
Friday, May 3, 2019
Lane & family,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Bob's sudden passing. Please know that we send our heartfelt condolences.
Rose Mary Miller-Fason
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Lane & Family,
I've know Bob my whole life. Growing up in Arkadelphia - every one knew you. Bob was one of the nicest guys I've know. Was so glad to be friends on Facebook so we could keep up with families. He was so proud of the grands.
Keeping all of the Phelps family in my Prayers. RIP my Friend
Chad and Kelley Glenn
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Clyde and Fairly Tull
Thursday, May 2, 2019
Fairly and I were deeply saddened to hear of Bob's passing. The Phelps have been our dear friends for over 50 years. We join with Bob's many other friends to offer our sincerest condolences to Lane, Ashley, Megan, and their children, and Bob's other family members during this most difficult time.
Andy Caldwell
Thursday, May 2, 2019
I am saddened to hear of Bob’s passing. He was one of a kind! I know that he will be dearly missed by all that knew and loved him. He took me in when I joined Maumelle Country Club and he introduced me to the 13 Ponders. He graduated with my aunt and I loved hearing stories from the past about my family and people and places that we knew in common. He was always a kind friend. I will miss him greatly! My condolences to the family.