Barbara G. Phelan

Barbara G. Phelan, 85, passed away February 29, 2016 in Chandler, AZ. Born March 6, 1930, in Brooklyn, NY, she attended Flushing High School and modeled as a young woman. Barbara moved to Arizona in the late 1940’s, eventually working for 25 years as Receptionist at Associated Students of Arizona State University.

Barbara was preceded in death by her beloved mother Helen R. Garvey. She is survived by her brother Robert W. Garvey of Prescott, AZ, niece Salem H. Garvey of Seattle, WA, dear friend Carolyn Sigler of Phoenix, AZ, and her faithful canine companion Sky Baby.

Much loved by students and faculty, ASASU’s “Mom” retired in 1992. Later years were spent finding gems at the local thrift store, sharing Pepsi and laughs with close friends and spoiling her dog – these 4-legged loves preceded her in death: Monty (Field Marshall Montgomery), Robbie, Brough, Miss Lilly, and Honey Bee.

A small life celebration will take place at The University Club, on ASU Campus, Sunday, March 6, 2016 from 1-3p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s memory can be made to Maricopa County Animal Care and Control c/o Donations, 2500 S 27th Ave Phoenix, AZ 85009 or (602) 506-7387 and Hospice of the Valley (480) 530-6900 or to Attn: Donations 1510 E. Flower St. Phoenix, AZ 85014.