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Michael “Mike” J. Phelan, 69, of Ashland (Locustdale) passed away Friday afternoon January 23, 2026 at his residence.
Born in Levittown, PA on December 11, 1956 he was the son of the late Margaret (Ginaldi) and William Phelan Sr.
Mike was the husband of the late Doris M. Phelan who passed away July 29, 2023.
He worked in the coal mines and later for Gould’s Pumps in Ashland.
Mike was of the Catholic faith.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing, motorcycles and spending time with his 2 grandsons Brayden and Zadyn.
In addition to his parents and spouse, he was preceded in death by; stepson Jason Palewicz; sister Lorah Sleek; brother Steven Phelan; brother William Phelan Jr.; brother Chris Phelan.
Mike is survived by his son Joshua “Josh” Phelan, Big Mine Run and 2 grandsons Brayden Boyer and Zadyn Phelan; many nieces & nephews.
Interment will be private at Citizens Cemetery in Lavelle at a later date where he will be laid to rest with his spouse Doris and step son Jason.
Kull-Heizenroth Funeral Home Inc, 901 Centre St, Ashland PA 17921 has been entrusted with the arrangements. To extend online condolences, visit www.kullfuneral.com.
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