Mr. James Calvin Phelps, 81, of Hickory, North Carolina transitioned on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at Frye Regional Medical Center, Hickory, North Carolina.
He was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina on October 20, 1944 to the late Henry Phelps and Elsie Mae Gardner Phelps.
Funeral Service will be Monday, March 30, 2026 in White’s Family Chapel at Ebony & White’s Funeral Service at 3:00 p.m. with burial to follow in Pine Grove Primitive Baptist Church cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service.
There will be a public viewing on Sunday, March 29, 2026 at the funeral home from 5:30 until 6:30
The family will be at the home of his sister Velmon Patterson in Iron Station, North Carolina.
Services entrusted to Ebony & White’s Funeral Service
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Sheila Reinhardt sent Sweet Moments for James Phelps - March 25, 2026
Been knowing James for a long time I'm going to miss him used to ride through and see him sitting on his porch he was my friend will miss you James
I want to send my deepest condolences to the family. Jamey‑James meant so much to me. He was a part of my life for as long as I can remember, filling so many moments with laughter, warmth, and memories I'll always carry with me. I'll forever be grateful for the joy he brought into my life. He will be missed more than words can express.
"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" -Psalm 34:18. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family. May God bless you!