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Phillip Chamberlain Obituary
December 17, 1940 - October 9, 2015
Apex
Phillip Lane Chamberlain left this life on October 9, 2015. Born in Murfreesboro, TN, on December 17, 1940, Phillip was the son of the late William T. and Margaret Jenkins Chamberlain of Lafayette, TN. He is survived by his wife, Debra Ellen Chamberlain of the home; daughters, Leah Paige Gardner (Mike), grandchildren, Taylor and Mary Margaret of Richmond, VA, Stacey Carroll Barbee (Frank) and grandsons, Trey and Lane of Apex, NC; sons, Eric Eugene Chamberlain (Susan) of Plano, TX and Kirk Taylor Chamberlain (Lourdes) and grandsons, Trent, Ryan and Joshua Chamberlain of Charlotte, NC; and sister, Janice Marie Davis (Hollis) of Acala, FL.
Phillip was employed in the furniture manufacturing business from 1967 until retiring in 2009. He moved to Rocky Mount, NC in 1990 where he served as Vice-president Finance/CFO for Barcalounger Corp. He and his wife moved to Apex, NC in 2013. Phillip always looked forward to being with his grandchildren and seeing the world through their eyes. He enjoyed making up fanciful stories in which they were the characters. He was active in living and sharing the gospel message of Jesus Christ.
A celebration of his life will be held at Westhigh Evangelical Covenant Church, Cary, NC, 7 p.m. on October 15, 2015. The family will receive relatives and friends following the service.
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Debra
July 6, 2020
it has been five years since he went to heaven and I have missed him every second
Evelyn Baldwin
November 1, 2015
Sorry to hear of Phil's death. Glad to know where he is in the Father's arms. I love you and am here for you.
October 17, 2015
My condolences to the family. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm during your grieving process.
(2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)
Diane Batts
October 17, 2015
I am so sorry about Phil. I was friends with Deb's mom and was always welcomed into their home. I remember his ministry here to try and help others find their way. Prayers are with you and the family
Chaplain Henry Gregory (Ret.)
October 14, 2015
Phil faithfully led Tuesday night Unit Bible study for many years at Nash Correctional Institution. We hated to see him leave, but rejoice that he and Mrs. Chamberlain set out on a new adventure in God's great gift of life in Jesus Christ. As now has Phil!
Jennie Cawthon
October 14, 2015
I loved Phil... he was the best boss I've ever had (we all loved Barcalounger, too) and that relationship grew into Phil being one of my best friends. May God bless his sweet soul with peace and may He bless you, Debra and the rest of the family with happy, fun memories
October 13, 2015
So sorry, have some fond memories of Phillip. Bennie and Barbara
October 13, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Our loved ones have a hope for the future according to John 6:40.
October 13, 2015
My beloved brother. I will miss you the remaining days of my life. Janice
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