Leonard Chester Phelps

January 9, 1938 - March 25, 2020

LEONARD CHESTER PHELPS 1938 – 2020 Leonard Chester Phelps, age 82 of Plattsmouth, NE peacefully passed away surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 25, 2020 at his residence. He was born on January 9, 1938 to Charles “Red” William and Zoella (Chester) Phelps in St. Louis, MO. As a young child he moved to Rock Bluff, NE, where he was raised and schooled. Leonard moved to Richfield, NE before enlisting in the U.S. Navy and he proudly served his country for four years. Leonard met Evelyn Kay Cross and they were later married on August 29, 1964 in Carson City, NV. After serving his country, Leonard began his career as a mechanic. Leonard and Evelyn made their home in California. They made their home in Murray and Union, NE, and they settled in Plattsmouth. He worked for the Union Pacific Railroad, Elliott Roberts Motors, and Leonard retired from the Cass County Department of Roads. Leonard is survived by his wife: Evelyn Phelps of Plattsmouth, NE; his son: Brian Phelps and wife Rita of Nehawka, NE; his daughter: Carmen Thorne and husband Lenny of Union, NE; nine grandchildren; fifteen great grandchildren; his brother: Charles “Chuck” Phelps and wife Lorraine of Beaver Dam, WI; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents: Red and Zoella Phelps, daughter: Debbie Phelps, and his brother: Jack Phelps. A Private Family Memorial Graveside Service will be held at Lewiston Cemetery in Murray, NE with Pastor Michael Lincoln officiating. The Honorary Pallbearers will be Brian Phelps, Lenny Thorne, Drew Phelps, Derek Phelps, Kyle Mogensen, Andrew Pritchett, Terry Phelps, Nick Kucera, Mike Fischer, Cooper Price, Dustin Andersen, Dylan Carter, Russ Weatherby, and Randy Wilkins. Military Rites will be conducted by the U.S. Navy Funeral Honor Guard. In Lieu of Flowers the Family Requests, Kind Thoughts and Humorous Memories that will Last Forever and Memorials to the Family. Services Entrusted to Roby Funeral Home, 346 Ave. A, Plattsmouth, NE 68048 (402) 296-3123 robyfuneralhome.com