Ray-Phiri-Obituary

Ray Phiri

Mar 23, 1947 – Jul 12, 2017 (Age 70)

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BORN
March 23, 1947
DIED
July 12, 2017
AGE
70

Obituary

Ray Phiri, a South African musician who was featured on Paul Simon's album "Graceland," died Wednesday, July 12, 2017, according to multiple news sources. For full obituary and coverage from Legacy.com, click here.

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May the good Lord welcome you in His Kingdom for a life well lived, you are always in our hearts and mind, thank you for inspiring the nation to search for the elusive missing cord, the 'Truth'

I am so sorry for your loss. Losing our love ones is never easy but may the love of people that surrounds you soften your grief. And may you find comfort and peace in drawing closer to God in prayer during this difficult time.

Offering our heartfelt sympathies and prayers to the family of Mr Phiri. Ray was truly an amazing and talented gentlemen. We will always remember his legacy of fine music. May God continue to provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. We look forward to experiencing the fulfillment of God's promise to swallow of death forever. With Many prayers & Love

I'm so sorry for your loss. He was a talented man who touched the lives of many. Rest assured that many are thinking of you at this time. Turn to our Heavenly Father through prayer for strength to deal with this difficult time, knowing that he wants to help you.

Condolences the family and friends of Ray Phiri. May the God of comfort give the family the strength to endure in the trying times. PB

Rest in peace Mr. Phiri. Still in shock after hearing the news, we pray that your beloved family has the strength. Your music will live forever. Indispensable were you, to the musical train that was Graceland. The love and life, and the feeling that we got from it, shall never be forgotten.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Knowing that Ray brought smiles through his music. Let it take flight in remembering him for the beautiful tunes that our Grand Creator has given as a gift through Ray! Let us praise together our Almighty Heavenly Father of tender mercies that he promises us a world where we will back with our beloved ones that are in his memory. (Joh. 5:28)

I am deeply saddened by the news of your loss. I pray that God will grant you the strength. My most sincere condolences