Death date: May 16, 2014
It is with great sadness that the family of Esther M. (Hansen) Phelps, wife of the late Floyd W. Phelps, announces her passing on May 16, 2014 surrounded by her family’s love. She was born in her parent’s home in Willington on Jul Read Obituary
Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My brother and sister often think about the times of our youth in Willington with fond memories . You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
Eileen (Morsey) Colletti, Karen (Morsey) Reed , David Morsey
To the family of Mrs. Phelps - My heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May precious memories always give you peace, comfort and strength. Connie Upton
To All of Mrs. Phelps Family & Friends,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful person, beautiful both inside and out. I will continue to see her and her loving and kind ways in all of her children's and grandchildren's faces and lives. She was an amazing woman and we were all truly blessed to have had her in our lives. Her legacy will continue to live on in her family. As you look back and cherish the special memories you have of her, may they bring you not only joy but comfort at this time and always. She will be forever missed. God's Blessings!
My sincerest love and condolences, Debbie Linares
Esther was a dear friend. She will be missed by everyone who knew her for you could not know her without loving her. She was not only a good neighbor but more like a Mom who dispensed advice when needed and loved you unconditionally as she saw only your best side . We are pleased that she and Floyd will once again be together as she missed him greatly. With all our love, Linda and John
So sorry to hear about your mom. She was a lovely lady.
Sue Ladr
My sincere condolences to the Phelps family. I have very fond childhood memories of, both, Mr. & Mrs. Phelps and their market. May she RIP and I wish comfort, peace & healing for her family and Willington.
Dee Boutilier Sulenski (granddaughter of Alice Woodworth)
There is a time to let our elders go, but it will be with sorrow, with a sense of loss but always with love. Mrs. Phelps is one of those very blessed elders you will remember always..... I remember her father and his gentle way. I remember how very much he loved his children. I remember Ester's husband Floyd, What a character he was; he was always smiling. I remember their children. I remember Ester's laughter when a baby knocked the items off from the lower shelf in the store one day. I remember her joy, her smile, her gentle way. She was a beacon for the community of Willington. She was a teacher, a wife, a mother, a grandmother a dear, dear friend to so many of us. For years she and her family ran Phelp's Market. I remember when I was little, I got to pick a present from the Birthday Box when it was my birthday. A child never went hungry, The church the fire department, and the community were always supported, Holidays were always special because of the way the Phelps family gave without limitation. Now the Phelps children, and their children have grown and have created their own lives with their own families....All of Ester's family, all of us, we as a family, as a community, as dear friends, will take the lessons that this beautiful woman Ester Phelps gave to all of us and raise our children with. We have been taught the lesson of charity, the lesson of forgiveness, the lesson of kindness, The lesson of compassion, the lesson of keeping your word, the lesson of strength, the lesson of unconditional love... I will remember you Mrs Phelps for the rest of my days.... I wish her family peace, . I wish them laughter from the memories she gave . Blessed Be to all of you.
It is with a heavy heart tonight that I learned of the passing of Mrs. Phelps. As a young girl when we moved to Willington, she was one of the first people we met at our new church. Always quick with a smile and kindness toward all. I could go on and on. I want her family to know I am thinking of you all with love tonight. It's never easy to loose your sweet Mom and Grama. Love and hugs to all.
Our condolences on Esther's passing. She was a wonderful women and shall be missed. She was my Dads teacher at Center School and he always said she was an extraordinary teacher. She always remember his birthday and would call everynyear to wish him a Happy Birthday, right up until he passed away. You'll be missed Esther.
Michelle, Richard, Michael and Kimberly Burns
So sorry to hear about Ester's passing. She was a wonderful lady who always showed kindness to me and my family.
