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Richard Dabbs Obituary
Richard Kell Dabbs, age 59, of Randleman passed away on November 10, 2025 at the Randolph Hospice House.
Mr. Dabbs was born in Randolph County on January 17, 1966 to Jimmie and Patsy Bowman Dabbs, who preceded him in death. Kell was a graduate of Asheboro High School, where he played football for one season and then became an equipment manager for the team. Kell worked as a custodian with the Randolph County School System at Providence Grove High School. Kell was an avid Civil War enthusiast.
He is survived by his brother, Nyal Dabbs of Tall Timbers, MD; cousin, Teal Bowman; and close friends, Monica & Rob Stokes.
No services are planned.
Memorials may be made to the Randolph County SPCA, 300 West Bailey Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.
Pugh Funeral Home in honored to serve the Dabbs family.
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