Simmons Funeral Home | Orangeburg, SC

Obituary For Mr. Kelvin Phelps

Funeral services for Mr. Kelvin Phelps, 55, of 3100 Rose Street, Sarasota, FL, will be held 2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 15, 2022, at Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel, 2868 Columbia Road, Orangeburg, with interment to follow in Heavenly Rest Memorial Park. Rev. Bernard Phelps is officiating.

KELVIN “POP” PHELPS was born to Mary Magdaline Phelps and John Pough on November 18, 1966, in Brooklyn, NY. He was affectionately given the name Pop by his loving godmother Florence Tisdale at an exceedingly early age, which followed him throughout his life. Pop grew up in Brooklyn, NY until the tender age of twelve when the family relocated to Orangeburg, SC. His education continued in the Orangeburg school district where he soared as a basketball player, receiving many awards and accolades. Upon graduation from Orangeburg Wilkinson High School, he earned a full scholarship to Paine College where he furthered his education and excelled as a basketball star.

Growing up, Pop had many talents and abilities. He was an accomplished artist who could draw anything. He was also an awesome interior designer who had an eye for fashion and the finer things in life. His love for drawing and fashion became second to his passion for basketball. His ability on the basketball court was astounding. He was a team player who dominated his opponents on the court with his superb handling of the ball.

Later in his adult life, Pop relocated to the sunshine state of Florida in pursuit of change where he found peace and solace. He was met with open arms and complete joy from the love of his mom who had already relocated to Florida as well. Pop had many accomplishments in life however, his greatest accomplishment was being a loving dad to his only daughter Kelani.

Pop was the ultimate showman who loved to dress. He was always the GQ guy, the dapper dude, and often called out as the showstopper of the group. He took pride in his looks and was adored by all who knew him. To cherish his memories and his legacy is his wife Jeannie, his loving daughter Kelani, his twin sister CaRon (Richard), his brothers, Wayne (Tyesha), Bernard (Lorraine), John, Shawn (Theresa), Cory (Caretha), Matthew, Mike, and sisters Maxine, Sandy, and Grinda. Nieces and nephews Katesha, Janayja, Adrianne, Alise, Johneice, Wayne, Bernard, Kimberly, Chandler, Jeffery, Tyrese, Cory, Cortina, Tyson, Shalonda, Chris, Dequan, Monti, Ciara and a myriad of other family members. Preceded in death by his mother and father who are rejoicing with the angels as they welcome him with open arms to his new home in heaven.

Mr. Phelps passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at his residence.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 14, 2022 from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Family and friends may call Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory of Orangeburg, SC. Please adhere to all COVID-19 precautions and masks are required during visitation and funeral services.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.simmonsfuneralhome.com

Guest Book

Sincere condolences to entire Phelps family. Kelvin the short time I got to spend in your presence was forever memorable. Rest easy in the arms of the Lord. You will be missed here on Earth.- Monique Davis-Blaize and Family.

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This candle burns in memory of Kelvin "Pop" Phelps. You will be missed. Marcelle

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I am thinking of you all. I sending you a lot of love and may God give you peace and comfort in this time if sorrow. A favorite memory is when we were kids. Our mothers and aunt got us together during the Summer in Brooklyn 😀. We didn't need much to have fun, just each other. Your loving cousin Marcelle

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Sending our love and prayers and sincere condolences to the family. From The Gee and Charles Family

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My Sympathy and Condolence's to the Phelps family.... Jasper E.

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SIP Kelvin, you will be missed. Praying for the family. Tonya Kennedy

- Alvaretta Kennedy

SIP Kelvin, you will be missed. Sending prayers out to the family

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It's been years since I saw you.the last time I saw you was at the service of my best friend your sister..Now yall are reunited together Kevin..May God keep the Phelp family in prayer during this difficult time.Take your rest

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Sending love and prayers. Uncle Ben, Aunt Chris, cousins Talisa and Natasha

- Christine Phelps

Pop, my heart is heavy. I cannot imagine not having you here to share our birthday. Take your rest twin, mom is waiting with arms open wide for you. I will always love you.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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