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Richard Phifer Obituary

Published by Montlawn Memorial Park, Funerals and Cremations on Sep. 23, 2011.

Richard "Chef" Brevard Phifer, Sr., 66, of Raleigh, passed away Friday morning, September 23, 2011 at Hospice of Wake County. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, October 1, 2011 at Montlawn Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Montlawn Memorial Park. Born February 14, 1945 in Mecklenburg County, NC, Richard was the son of Ulyses Phifer, Sr. and the late Cleoria Miller Phifer. In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by his brothers, Ulyses Phifer, Jr. and Rev. James Russell Phifer. Richard is survived by his father, Ulyses Phifer, Sr. (Frances) of Charlotte; mother-in-law, Annie Dawkins of Charlotte; his wife, Annie Phifer of Raleigh; sons, Julian Phifer (Sharnelle) of Durham and Richie Phifer, Jr. of Raleigh; daughter, Kenya Dent (Ralph) of Wendell; brothers Clyde Phifer (Helen) of Charlotte, Melvin Phifer, Sr. (Geraldine) of Ohio; sisters-in-law, Betty Phifer, Johnnie Washington, Anita White (Maurice), all of Charlotte; brother-in-law, Jerry Hawkins of Charlotte; grandchildren, ZaQuara, Alysa, and Legacy Dent of Wendell, and Gabrielle and Aaron Phifer of Durham; and a host of nieces and nephews. Most people knew Richard as "Dad", "Pops", or "Chef". He LOVED going to the Waffle House, having a cup of coffee, and spending endless hours socializing and visiting with everyone, as he never met a stranger. He showed his generosity by taking in anyone who needed a helping hand by allowing them to stay in his home when they didn't have a place to live. Earning many degrees in his lifetime, Richard was a strong advocate of education for people from all walks of life. He often encouraged individuals to further their education, no matter what previous level of education they had already obtained. Flowers are welcomed or memorial contributions may be made in honor of Richard to the Hospice of Wake County, 250 Hospice Circle, Raleigh, NC 27607. Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, N.C. Condolences may be made at www.montlawn.com

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