After completing his high school education, he relocated to Brooklyn, New York where he continued his education at Brooklyn College. While there, he obtained a license in extermination. With this license, he became an exterminator for twenty years. He also worked for the New York City Department of Human Resources for thirty-two years.
In 1983, while in Brooklyn, he joined the Men’s Ministry of St. Paul’s Community Baptist Church under the leadership of Dr. Johnny Ray Youngblood.
In 1975, Felix joined Modern Free Masonry. He was a Mason for over forty years. He belonged to Ulysses Brown Lodge #167 and Luxor Grand Lodge #144 to name a few. He rose to the ranks of Grand Inspector General 33 and last degree in January 2001. In 2002, he joined Wiseman Lodge #311 in Raleigh.
His favorite pastime was watching sports, and his favorite teams were the New York Mets and the New York Knicks. Felix also enjoyed spending his time walking.
After retiring from the New York City Department of Human Resources in 2001, he relocated to Clayton, North Carolina. In 2002, he joined First Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Blanzie Williams. Under the leadership of Minister Dr. Lacy E. Simpson, he held the positions of trustee and Lead Adjutant and Men’s choir (Men of Praise). He attended and enjoyed mid-day Bible study on Wednesdays, he loved to fellowship with the Levis’s.
Felix’s, better known as “Phil” by family and friends, generosity extended more than just to his family, but also went to friends. When you needed Phil he was there. He was a faithful member of the church until his health failed. Felix’s favorite scripture was Philippians 4:13- “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me” and Second Timothy 1-7 “For God didn’t give us a spirit of fear, but of power, love & self-control”.
Everyone that knew Felix can attest that he was a loving and caring man. He was always there when you needed him. He loved to travel the world with his wife, Dora. The most important places being Hawaii and cruises to the Caribbean. He loved the beaches and learning the history of the islands.
Felix leaves to cherish his memories his devoted wife of 46 years, Dora Mustipher; son, Victor Mustipher and Doris of Brooklyn, New York; two granddaughters, Kayla and Kiani Mustipher of Springfield Gardens, New York; one brother, Samuel Mustipher and Kitty of Miami, FL; one goddaughter, Charlene Turner of Charlotte, NC; one godson, Deandre Grant of Walterboro, SC; his second family The Murdocks - Cheryl, Vincent, Mimi, and Patrick of Dacula, GA; in-laws - Ruthie & Shelton Eason of Clayton, NC; Owen & Margie Turner of Smithfield, NC; Melva & Robert Moses of Jamaica, NY; James Edward Sanders of Selma, NC; and a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
Special Thanks to Rev. Elmo Vance and FMB Church family and Dr. Lacy Simpson, Belinda and Ronnie White of Selma, NC, Linda and George Singletary of Clayton, NC, Connie Mustipher of Florida, Teresa Mustipher of South Carolina, Belle Mays of South Carolina, Anthony Pencile and Nikole of Arizona, Ruthie and Remi Bello of New Jersey, Sarah and James Williams of South Carolina, Karen Shepard of New York, Dr. Ruffin Turner of Raleigh, NC and Shanquatte Moore of Clayton, NC.
The family would like to express a huge thank you to The Johnston Health Home Care and Hospice Management Team, Dr. Dennis Koffer, Chaplain Higginson, Pam, Heidi, Kim, Mary, Sharyn, Joan; hospice volunteers and home Attendants, Marlene, Tina, Margie and Martha and neighbors, Mr. Kenneth Johnson, Corliss Jones, Eric & Diane’s.
When I looked at you,
I didn’t just see my father,
I saw a Black Man
Who was proud
Of his heritage,
Who lived his life
With humor,
Strength,
And integrity-
A man who sought his dreams,
Walked his talk,
And made his family
A priority.
Since you’ll never be forgotten I pledge to you today a hallowed place within my heart is where you’ll always stay.
Your son - Victor Mantilla Mustipher
We do not lose the ones we love…
They only go before,
Where there is everlasting life…
Where sorrow is no more.
There the soul will always live…
And peace is everywhere…
We do not lose the one we love…
God takes them in His Care.
-Anonymous-
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