Dr. Richard Alan “Dickie” Keever, 80, resident of High Point, died November 23, 2021 at High Point Medical Center.
Dickie was born June 11, 1941 in Guilford County, a son to C.C. and Leone Stout Keever. He served in the United States Navy, and later resided in High Point where he practiced Otolaryngology (ENT) many years. He was an avid North Carolina Tarheel fan, and also loved Alcoholics Anonymous, where he was a former participant and current supporter. On his birthday, June 11, 1993, he married the former Janie Byerly who survives of the residence.
Also surviving is a daughter, Leigh Keever of Smyrna, Georgia; three sons, Kevin Keever (Kelly) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Jon Christian (Allie) of Cumming, Georgia, and Alan Keever of Statesville; one bonus son Scott Maphet of Henderson, NC,a brother, Ken Keever (Rose Mary) of High Point; three grandchildren, Elijah Keever of Wilmington, Isabella Keever of Statesville, and Noah Keever of Georgia; two nephews, Jacob and Jackson Keever; and two nieces, Wenonah Glenn and Shawnna Keever.
A memorial service will be held 2 pm Sunday at Emerywood Baptist Church in High Point. The family will greet friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN, 38105. Cumby Family Funeral Service in High Point is assisting the family. Condolences may be made through www.cumbyfuneral.com. “Go Heels!”
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