Donald Richard Philemon

March 27, 2023

Donald (Don) Richard Philemon, 86, passed away March 27, 2023 at the Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster.

Don was born in Charlotte June 29, 1936 to James R. Philemon and Edna Mae McClanahan Philemon. He grew up in Charlotte, graduating from Central High School in 1955 and from Charlotte Collee in 1962.

Don spent his working years as a dispensing optician. He was a member of the National Academy of Opticianry, the North Carolina Opticians Association, and a Fellow of the Opticians Association of America. As a life-long member of St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, he served as an acolyte and also a Lay Eucharistic minister.

Don is survived by his partner of many years, Ron Sporn, his sisters, Betty Webb and Elizabeth Hazel, and niece, Melanie Human.

A funeral service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, April 4, 2023 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church. The family will receive friends at the church one hour prior to the service.  Entombment will follow in Sharon Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 115 W. Seventh Street, Charlotte, NC 28202, or Levine & Dickson Hospice House at Southminster, 8919 Park Road, Suite 1000, Charlotte, NC 28210.

Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Ave., Charlotte, NC; 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences can be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.

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  • Patricia Bullock

    Tommy (now deceased) was a best friend in the Navy and grew up with Richard. Condolences.from Patricia and our family.

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  • Lisa Miller Leblanc

    My deepest sympathies to the family and loved ones of Don. Don was a long-time wonderful friend in the optical business and I am saddened by his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his loved ones at this sad time.

    Lisa Miller LeBlanc

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  • Harriett Hoffman

    My memories of Richard go back to the third grade at Midwood School. We became friends and he was like a brother to me. He called to check on me and listened to my problems. For many years we went to the Central High School monthly luncheons. He had his favorite seat by the window and brought the best gift for a door prize. He was a loving and caring person and I will miss him.

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  • Harry and Katherine Panos

    Lib, We are so sorry for the loss of your brother. May you find comfort in your beloved memories and the love of family and friends. We are out of town, but will keep you in thought and prayer. We love you.❤️?❤️

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