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Jack Chambers Obituary
66, passed away December 12, 2010 after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born October 21, 1944 in Highland Park Michigan to Jack and Dorothy, served 2 years in the military and was a Vietnam War Veteran. In 2003 Jack retired after 36 years from Discount Tire Company serving as a Senior VP in charge of advertising. He was an avid golfer and spent his retirement years splitting his time between Arizona and his native Michigan. He is survived by his loving wife Claudia, his dear children Shannon and Jason and his faithful canine companion Mandy. Jack will be remembered by his legions of friends for his kind and generous spirit, his contagious laugh and his spontaneous sense of humor. He is now with our Lord and Savior. Service will be held on Saturday, December 18th, at 10:00 a.m. at Desert Mission United Methodist Church, 7373 E. Dixileta Drive, Scottsdale, AZ. A private interment will be held at The Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Cave Creek, AZ. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to The Jack Chambers Memorial Fund at any Wells Fargo bank branch. All monies raised will be allocated to Prostate Cancer research and awareness.
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Tom Townsend
December 27, 2010
Sorry to hear Jack passed away. I didn't know him personally, but heard many stories about him and his teammates from my father (Jack's track coach) Ed Townsend.
David Mikula
December 21, 2010
Dearest Claudia, We will keep you and Jack in our thoughts and prayers. He was an awesome person and a real presence in our neighborhood. You and Jack are always going to be a part of our life and memories. We love you guys and will miss seeing the two of you this coming spring. Peace. Mike & Dave
Aerin Jacob
December 18, 2010
Regards to the Chambers family, Jason, Shannon and Claudia I will never forget the first time I met Mr. Chambers after a football practice...a towering presence, a kind and generous soul. May peace be with you during this difficult period.
-The Jacob Family ( AJ, Jeannine, Christian & Tanner)
Bob & Sue Blasius
December 17, 2010
Claudia, Shannon, and Jason
Bob and I will always have you and Jack in our prayers. Remember all the good times. Wish we had more time together as a family.
larry blasius
December 17, 2010
Claudia, my Mom just told me the news about Jack. Patti and I will keep him in our prayers as well as you, Shannon & Jason and their families. Christ's peace to you during this time.
blanche blasius
December 17, 2010
Dear Claudia I'm sorry to hear the news about my nephew Jack. My prayers are with you and your children at this sad time. May God bless and comfort you. Aunt Blanche
Vicki Musen
December 17, 2010
Claudia, Shannon and Jason
You all helped to wage a fierce battle against a terrible disease. Jack is now at peace. I wish peace and comfort for each of you.
Pam Rudolph
December 17, 2010
From the "Sha-na-na" show back in the day..."Good night sweetheart, well it's time to go"..Jack, buddy, I'm gonna miss ya.
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