Robert Bridger Phelps
August 29, 1930 ~ March 17, 2013
Robert (Bob) Bridger Phelps of Alexandria, Virginia, passed away Sunday, March 17, 2013. Beloved husband of 56 years to Sandra Smith Phelps; loving Dad to Robert (Bob) B. Phelps, Jr. & his wife Brooke, Kimberly (Tigger) P. DiNardo & her husband Bill, and David M. Phelps & his wife Debbie; and Granddad to Ryan R. Lannon, Kirsten E. Phelps, Jillian M. DiNardo, Amelia (Mia) A. DiNardo, Isabella (Bella) Phelps, Great-Grandfather to Kyra M. Lannon.
Born August 29, 1930, in Windsor, N.C., his family included an older brother. He graduated from Windsor High School and earned his bachelor's degree from N.C. State College in Raleigh, N.C. before joining the Navy. After serving his country, he returned to N.C. State to earn his Master's Degree. He was an active member of both Alpha Zeta and Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternities. After earning his Masters, he procured a position with the Department of Agriculture, Forestry Division as a Forest Economist in Washington, D.C. where he worked for over 25 years.
Bob loved working in the yard and gardening and was an avid woodworker. He was a long time active member of The Falls Church in VA. He spent 25 years as a genealogist, gathering and sharing information about the family history.
Interment will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the charity of your choice in Bob's name care of M&K Funeral Home 171 Maple Avenue W * Vienna, VA 22180.
Church Service for Robert B. Phelps will be held
Friday 22 March 2013 @ 10:30 AM
Reception following in the lower level.
Columbia Baptist Church
103 W Columbia St
Falls Church, VA 22046
703-534-5700
http://goo.gl/maps/cc0sR
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Born August 29, 1930, in Windsor, N.C., his family included an older brother. He graduated from Windsor High School and earned his bachelor's degree from N.C. State College in Raleigh, N.C. before joining the Navy. After serving his country, he returned to N.C. State to earn his Master's Degree. He was an active member of both Alpha Zeta and Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternities. After earning his Masters, he procured a position with the Department of Agriculture, Forestry Division as a Forest Economist in Washington, D.C. where he worked for over 25 years.
Bob loved working in the yard and gardening and was an avid woodworker. He was a long time active member of The Falls Church in VA. He spent 25 years as a genealogist, gathering and sharing information about the family history.
Interment will be held at the Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium at a later date.
In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to the charity of your choice in Bob's name care of M&K Funeral Home 171 Maple Avenue W * Vienna, VA 22180.
Church Service for Robert B. Phelps will be held
Friday 22 March 2013 @ 10:30 AM
Reception following in the lower level.
Columbia Baptist Church
103 W Columbia St
Falls Church, VA 22046
703-534-5700
http://goo.gl/maps/cc0sR
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Dad Phelps, you will be deeply missed, but fondly remembered by all of the DiNardos. I feel very blessed and proud to be a part of the wonderful family that you and Sandra have raised; you have been an inspiration that helps drive me to be a loving and dedicated father to my family. Your kindness and generosity will be felt forever in our home. I will always remember that cheerful ear to ear smile during the holidays when you played your favorite music. Love always, Bill
Each time I spoke to him, each time I saw him I realized more of him in me.
I remember what a dear man Mr. Phelps was, and what a wonderful father he was to his family. My heart aches for the family, having lost such a great father and husband. Though there are no words to ease your sadness and feelings of loss, as you turn to each other for comfort, may you all find some peace in the lifetime of love and memories you will always share.
My deepest sympathies goes out to the Phelps family in this very difficult time. There is just no words to express how deeply sorry I am for your loss. May god guide the whole family with love, support, wonderful memories to hold dear to your hearts. Bob was a wonderful man and I am very happy to have known him. Veronica Gardner
Dear Tigger, Phil and family – Please know that you have our deepest sympathies. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers. Barbara McDonald and family
I will miss Your Smile and Kindness
Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.
Cherish the great memories that you all shared together. It is the best way to get through this difficult time. Mr. Nut was a great, kind, man. It shows in the wonderful family he helped raise. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Hope God will bless you all.
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