Elizabeth M. (Jordan) Phelps, 91, a life-long resident of Keene, passed away peacefully and quietly on Thursday, December 18, 2025, while resting after a brief period of declining health at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene.
Elizabeth was born a daughter to the late Gladys (Peterson) and Milan M. Jordan on April 2, 1934, in Keene. She attended the local school system.
She was well known for her time working for RISE for baby and family program as a daycare provider for many years then became an "adopted grandmother" for 6 years until she retired in 2000.
Elizabeth's greatest joy came from sharing her time and heart with others. She enjoyed playing bingo, caring for children, dancing, and taking peaceful walks. Breakfast outings were her favorite ritual, often shared with family and friends. Above all, Elizabeth cherished being surrounded by those she loved, valuing time spent with family and friends more than anything else.
Mrs. Phelps is survived by her children, Dwayne Phelps of Winchester, Robert Phelps and wife, Billie-Jo of Winchester, Wilfred "Billy" Phelps and wife, Phyllis of Keene, and daughter in-law Kathy Fisher and husband, Dennis of Keene. She is also survived by her 8 grandchildren, Rachel (Chris) Page, Carrie (Brian) Ahern, Katie Parsons, Matthew (Sadequa Lateesha) Phelps, Sophia (Brian) Severance, Vanessa (Ben) Berman, CJ (Tab Houle) Castor, and Brittney (Jason) Underwood, along with 17 great-grandchildren, many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her parents and her siblings, Wilfred Jordan, Teresa Jamrog, and Harriet Rodeeap.
A graveside service will be held in the spring of 2026 in the family lot at Evergreen cemetery, 69 Forest Lake Rd. Winchester, NH, 03470. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to RISE for baby and family program, Rise For Baby And Family ' Services & support for infants & toddlers in New Hampshire's Monadnock Region.
All services are under the care of Cheshire Family Funeral Home, Chapel, and Crematories. www.cheshirefamilyfh.com.
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