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James E. "Jimbo" Clay

James Clay Obituary

James E. Clay (Jimbo) 51, of Phx, AZ crossed over peacefully when the Lord took him home on Wed. evening, Nov. 9th 2005. He is survived by his Mom & "Pop" Peggy & Robert Dawson of Phx, AZ, his daughter Wendy (Sean), granddaughters Taylor & Sidney Schwagler of Shelton, WA, his "bestest girlfriend" Diane, numerous friends & "brothers" & his beloved pug "Dolly". Jimbo was no angel (but he knew a few!) what he was, was a loyal & truly caring man. He knew no strangers & his love for his friends & family was boundless. A celebration of his life will be this Sat. Nov. 19th 3pm at The New Hope Fellowship, 12313 NW Grand Ave, El Mirage, AZ. Personal memories "Jimbo stories" & pictures will be very welcomed. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to A.P.A.R.N. Az Pug Adoption & Rescue Network, 1106 N. Gilbert Rd. #2-PMB 192 Mesa, AZ 85203.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Nov. 16, 2005.

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Natalie Zaragoza

November 20, 2005

Peggy,

I am so sorry for the loss of your son. You and Bob are in my thoughts and prayers, I love you guys.

Patrick Regan

November 16, 2005

So long Jimbo, we know you are in a better place. Love ya brother.



Reno Pat

Nanette Kenyon

November 16, 2005

Peggy - I was sorry to see that you lost your son. I know how much you loved him. May God help to ease your pain and heal your heart. Take Care.

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