Raymond L. Phelps

Raymond L. Phelps, 78, of Shelbyville, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, at Franciscan Health Indianapolis.

He was born July 8, 1946, in Somerset, KY. to Roy Phelps and Dorothy (Hall) Phelps.

Raymond had a love for talking politics and he enjoyed collecting ink pens.  Family was the most important thing in his life and he especially enjoyed spending time with his grandkids.  He cherished the times shared at all the family gatherings through the years.

He is survived by his daughter, Anita (Husband, Zach) Akers; his son, Doug Phelps; his grandchildren, Brady (wife, Amber) Phelps, Brandyn Phelps ( Reid Milam), Bradley Phelps, Johana (husband, Adam) Washington, Naton (wife, Brittany) Ridge, Cody (wife, Kim) Phelps, Alexis Phelps and Isiaha Phelps; 13 great-grandchildren; his brothers, Denver (wife, Porica) Phelps and Roger Phelps; his sister, Glenda (husband, Milford) Girdler; his brothers, Danny (wife, Debbie) Phelps and Allen Phelps and his aunt, Imogene Keel.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Eddie Phelps; his sister, June Chancy and brother, David Phelps.

Visitation will be Sunday, June 29, 2025 from Noon to 2 p.m. at Murphy-Parks Funeral Service, 703 S. Harrison Street, Shelbyville, IN 46176.

Funeral services will follow at 2 p.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Seth Taylor officiating.

A Graveside Service will be on Monday, June 30, 2025 at Noon in Beech Grove Cemetery in Somerset KY.

Funeral Directors, Greg Parks, Sheila Parks and Stuart Parks are honored to serve Raymond's family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.murphyparks.com.