Philip Herbert Chernoff

Phil Chernoff, 59, of Waco, died Tuesday, July 26, 2022 in a local care center. A graveside service will be held at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 31, at Rodef Sholom Cemetery with Rabbi Ben-Zion Lanxner officiating. Phil was born April 10, 1963 in Waco to Saul Bernard Chernoff and Evelyn Robinson Chernoff. He was a member of Temple Rodef Sholom and a 1981 graduate of Richfield High School. Phil worked for his father at TSO as an Assistant Optical Lab Tech. Once his father retired, Phil pursued a career as a truck driver and later graduated from truck driving school. Later in life, Phil worked in the landscaping business for many years. Phil had a kind heart and was a very loyal and faithful friend. He loved animals, especially dogs. Phil was preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by longtime girlfriend, Donna Dunham; brother, Samuel Mark Chernoff; nephew, Mark Thomas Chernoff; several other family members; and a host of very close friends. Phil had excellent caregivers from Bluebonnet Hospice to the very end including, Mark, Mykayla and Janie who was at his side constantly. Additionally, a special thank you to his special "Visiting Angel" Leanna. A reception will be held immediately following the graveside service. The address and directions will be announced after the service. In lieu of floral arrangements, memorials in Phil’s memory may be directed to Humane Society of Central Texas, 2032 Circle Road, Waco, TX 76706 or humanesocietycentraltexas.org