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Richard Chaffin Obituary

Richard Stewart Chaffin, Sr., 67, passed away Wednesday, May 10, 2023, at his residence. Born July 9, 1955, in Rowan County, Richard was the son of the late Eugene and Juanita Doss Chaffin. In addition to his parents, his sister, Kathy Chaffin Simmons also preceded him in death. Ricky was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp. He worked in maintenance at Rowan Medical Center and later with Rowan County. He later volunteered and worked for the Salisbury VA Medical Center. Richard enjoyed carpentry work and riding motorcycles. He was active in Rolling Thunder. Survivors include his son, Richard Chaffin, Jr. and wife, Samantha; daughter, Christy Chaffin; granddaughter, Anabelle Chaffin; brother, Tim Chaffin; and sister, Angie Keller and husband, Bobby. Arrangements: No services are planned at this time. Online condolences can be made at www.cumbyfuneral.com. Cumby Family Funeral Service in Archdale is serving the family.

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Published by Salisbury Post on May 21, 2023.

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Rebecca Cleveland

June 2, 2023

Richard and I met at the $2.50 cinemas in Salisbury,NC where we both worked. We all became friends and spent the holidays together at my home. Always good thoughts. I have been missing him.

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