John Edward Phelps, age 57, of Clare, Michigan, passed away on Monday, May 17, 2021.
John was born December 9, 1963, the son of Harry and Sharon Phelps (Grace). John and Brenda Haggart were united in life together for 41 years and blessed with 2 sons, James Phelps and Jonathan Phelps and John’s first granddaughter, Jade James Phelps.
John had many passions. In addition to his mechanical abilities, he enjoyed tractor-pulling, camping, hunting, snowmobiling, and collecting antique automobiles, tractors, and other relatable artifacts, all of which were things his family enjoyed doing together.
Out of his many projects and accomplishments, John enjoyed many memorable moments with his family and friends on the double-deck pontoon boat with water slide that he built.
John is survived by Brenda Haggart; James, Jonathan and Jade Phelps; sister-in-law Rhonda (Mike) DenBesten; mother Sharon McBride; brothers William (Terry) Phelps and Andrew “Bird” (Sharon) Phelps; sister Lisa (Steve) Burr; and many more relatives and dear friends.
John was preceded in death by his father Harry Phelps; sister Amy Sandel; father and mother-in-law Ron and Gale Haggart.
The Family of John Edward Phelps invites family and friends to Celebrate his life at a gathering in the Reflections Reception Center at Clark Family Funeral Chapel on Thursday, May 20, from 4-6 p.m. Please use the southwest entrance. Masks will be required.
You may view John’s obituary online and send a condolence to the family at www.clarkfuneralchapel.com.