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Earl Coach Clupper, of Phoenix, AZ, passed away on May 25, 2006. He was born in Sodus, MI on Nov. 22, 1924 to Ben and Nellie Clupper. Earl, a former U.S. Marine of WWII, who lived a Spartan life while attending high school - living at a YMCA for the opportunity to attend a college with a football team. He went on to spend over 34 years teaching and coaching football and other sports. Twenty-two of these years were spent at South Mountain High School as Head Football Coach, where he had twice as many victories as defeats. In that span of time, more than 1000 youths played varsity football under the direction of Coach Clupper. Earl was inducted to High School Coaches Hall of Fame in 1984 for his outstanding record. He also received the State Distinguished Service Award Certificate from the National Federation Interscholastic Officials Association for over 25 years of officiating wrestling. Earl called Maryvale home for 40 years, where he had a greenhouse that was always blooming and a kitchen that smelled frequently of his wonderful cooking. After retiring to Sun City, he carried on his tradition of a beautiful, flourishing backyard - even in the gravel lawns of this neighborhood. Earl's later years were spent fishing at Lake Roosevelt, spending time at his place in Pinetop, socializing at the Elk's club, golfing, and continuing to work in his garden. Earl was preceded in death by his wife, Betty June. He is survived by a brother Ben, two sons Michael and Larry daughter 'Cathy;, five grandchildren, one greatgranddaughter and his best friend and love of 19 years, Mary Smith. He is also survived by many very special nieces and nephews. Earl was a very special father, grandfather, teacher, coach, and friend who will be remembered as always giving of himself, with a gentle spirit and kind heart. A GREAT friend, lending his skills and donating his time as a painter, tile setter, tree trimmer and chef of delicious pancake breakfasts for his family. From the sidelines of Frank Kush Field, to the cherry orchards of Michigan, to the hallways of South Mountain High school, Earl was a dedicated, hardworking, caring man who will be sorely missed and cherished forever in the hearts of many.
Lawrence W. Greene, Jr. Colonel, USAF, Ret. passed away May 17, 2006 after a long struggle with Lou Gehrig
Joyce Irene Dix of Sun City died on May 10, 2006 after a brief illness. Mrs. Dix is preceded by her parents Alvena and Gustave Gunderson and a sister Carol Gunderson. She is survived by her husband Russell of Sun City, Two sons Dale and Cathy Dix of Massena, NY, Dennis and Laurie Dix of Fort Wayne, IN, and a daughter Debra Dix of Houston, TX. Mrs. Dix is also survived by grandson, Connor and granddaughters Trinity, Stephanie, Jennifer and Allison. Joyce was born in Herreid, SD on October 20, 1928 and moved to Janesville, WI at an early age. While in Janesville, she married Russell Dix on February 18, 1950. She worked as a school assistant. Upon her husband
Violet S. Matecki, 95, of Sun City, AZ. formerly of Park Ridge, IL passed away May 11, 2006. Born in Chicago, IL to John P. and Apolonia Tulacz. She worked as a Special Service Operator for Illinois Bell until retiring to Sun City, Arizona in 1980. A member of St. Clement of Rome Parish in Sun City. She was preceded in death by her husband, John E. Matecki in 1989. Survivors include niece, Carol Philip DeWitt. Grand-nephews, Bryan DeWitt and Timothy Melissa DeWitt and 1 great niece Alexis DeWitt.
Bruce A. Borders, 56, of Sun City, AZ passed away May 6, 2006. He was born in Harvey, IL. He retired from the DeKalb, Illinois Police Dept. after 24 years of service including serving as a D.A.R.E. officer. After moving to Mesa, AZ in 1996, he worked with the City of Mesa as a Crime Prevention Specialist. A loving husband and father, who loved his family and volunteer work, including serving as a volunteer for Scottsdale Memorial Hospital North and the Sun City Library. He is survived by his wife Diane, mother Beverly Uhlean, sons Adam and Brent Borders, brothers Dennis, Mark, Darryl and Mike Borders, sister Brenda Berg and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Tracy Winscom.
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