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Thank you so much to everyone visiting this site. Our family has decided to have a private ceremony off the coast of California with just close friends and family members. A Celebration of life will be followed soon with invite only.

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Obituary

It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Catherine "Cathy" Phelan. Born on July 8, 1954, Cathy left us too soon on December 21, 2023. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and dear friend to many who are left to cherish her memory.

Cathy is survived by her daughter, Leslie Phelan, and her cherished grandsons Daniel Guy and Kilean Collins. They will forever remember her for her wit, …

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What causes did Catherine care about most?
patriotic civil rights
patriotic civil rights
patriotic civil rights
What were Catherine's favorite ways to spend free time?
Fiber Arts with sock machines, crocheting, spinning. Horse back riding, hobby farmi…
Fiber Arts with sock machines, crocheting, spinning. Horse back riding, hobby farming, charco…
Fiber Arts with sock machines, crocheting, spinning. Horse back riding, hobby farming, charcoal sketching
What were Catherine's favorite games to play?
Scrabble, rummikub,
Scrabble, rummikub,
Scrabble, rummikub,
What were Catherine's favorite artists or styles of art?
Bev Doolittle horses and Norman Rockwell
Bev Doolittle horses and Norman Rockwell
Bev Doolittle horses and Norman Rockwell

Timeline

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Born

July 8th, 1954
San Luis Obispo, CA
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Moved

July 1st, 1988
Mira Loma, Jurupa Valley, CA
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Passed away

December 21st, 2023
Mira Loma, California

Other key details

Cause of death

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)

Method of disposition

Cremation

Final resting place

Ashes scattered

Capistrano Beach, Dana Point, CA, USA

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