"I'm very saddened to find out that Jerome passed away. He & I attended Winterhalter Jr. High 6th & 7th grade together and he was my first best friend. He used to rap so he inspired me to start rapping also. I haven't seen him in many years and within recent years, I've often wondered about my buddy. Well, I'm VERY saddened that here is where I finally found you. R.I.P. my bro and condolences to the Phelps family, Lonzie Raymond"
In loving memory of
Jerome Lamont Phelps
December 3, 1973 - May 4, 2022
Tributes
"Big tree you?re a real class act a true gentleman to the heart you?ll be truly missed and love thank you for being a part of my life Mr. Marcus"
"To my Bestie Gloria you know I love you and Tree. I pray that the Lord will give you strength and comfort in your time of sorrow. Your baby will be truly missed. My prayers go out to his children and the family. Love Tracy????????????"
"Tree, old school classics and the love of boxing were two things we had in common and loved discussing. Driving to Indiana to pick up Rootbeer Float was one of our greatest adventures. I'll miss our daily conversations and business venture ideas because we threw alot of them at each other. Thanks for believing in me and caring deeply and overall just thanks for being a great friend. I send my condolences to his family and friends, especially his mom and children who he loved dearly. Lana aka Smiley"
"Big Tree, you will always be my little neighbor next door. Love you Homeboy. Paul "
"The staff at Muhammad University is sending condolences to the family. As-Salaam-Alaikum (Peace Be unto You) "