MEMORIAL-CARROLL PHELPS, PH.D.

This is a ceremonial Senate resolution (SR 65) honoring Dr. Carroll Ray Phelps, who passed away November 15, 2024. The resolution commemorates his life and legacy, highlighting his career as a gospel singer with The Phelps Brothers, his work as an educator and school administrator (including founding a school-based childcare center and a community wellness center), and his community involvement. It expresses the Illinois Senate’s condolences to his family and recognizes his contributions to education and his faith community. As a memorial resolution, it has no policy impact or effect on legislation.