Ross A. Phelps

Ross A. Phelps, 84, of La Crescent, MN passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022 in his home. He was born on March 21, 1938 in Morgan Hill, CA to Harold and Jean (Mc Millan) Phelps. Ross graduated from Lincoln High School and San Jose State University in San Jose, CA. He received his Law Degree from UC-Berkeley, Boalt Hall. He married Barbara Stern on November 19, 1961 in San Jose, CA. Ross practiced law in La Crescent for over 43 years retiring in 2011. He was very proud of the three books he authored, one of which won a national book award. His favorite hobby was going to Bullfights and following the careers of the matadors. He loved gardening, being on the river and in general being outdoors enjoying nature.

He is survived by his wife Barbara of La Crescent, daughter Lara Phelps (David) Berg of La Crosse, son Michael Ross (Brenda) Phelps of Eagan, MN, three grandchildren Brian Ross Phelps of La Crosse, Erik Berg of La Crosse and Caeden Phelps of Eagan, two great grandchildren Brian Ross Phelps, Jr. of Holmen, WI and Penelope Phelps of La Crosse. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister Barbara Robinson.