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Maurice Pulsifer Obituary

Maurice Dwight "Doc" Pulsifer, of Page, Arizona, passed away peacefully on May 2, 2003. He was born May 27, 1903 in Iron Mountain, Michigan. At age 2 he moved to Ariz-ona with his family where he spent most of the rest of his 99 years. He is survived by Cathryn "Kay" Pulsifer, his wife of 70 years, and his sons David (Amy) of Springerville, Arizona and Carl of Mesa. He is preceded in death by his parents and two brothers. He had 7 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. Doc was an entrepreneur and self-educated businessman. Although Doc and Kay took time out to travel, Doc never really retired. He will be remembered for his strong work ethic and sincere devotion to his wife. A visitation will be held at Bunker Family Funeral Home, 33 N. Centennial Way in Mesa on Thursday, May 8 from 6-8 PM. Graveside services will be at Mesa City Cemetery on Country Club and Brown on Friday, May 9 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower, Phoenix 85014.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from May 4 to May 8, 2003.

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Gene Smothers

May 15, 2003

If God has need of a good rock hound, then he has picked one of the best. May God Bless Doc and the rest of his family in this time of need. And Thanks Doc for being such a good friend to Bud and Dorothy Denney.

Gene and Pat Smothers

Lebanon, MIssouri

Bud and Dorothy Denney

May 11, 2003

We feel very fortunate to have moved next door to Doc and Kay in l981. They were such great neighbors and so much fun. They made the 10 years we spent in Page so enjoyable and it was a sad day when we had to say good-by to them and move away. We feel so lucky to have known them and their family.

L'erin Jackson

May 6, 2003

I have had the ultimate honor of caring for Doc and his beautiful wife Kay. They are the happiest couple and I am glad I had the opportunity to get to know both of them and to celebrate their 70th Wedding Anniversary with them. That picture inspires me everyday! I will never forget the dedication he had but most of all his sense of humor, I am still looking for that husband! Best Wishes in this hard time to the Pulsifer Family.

Love

L'erin Jackson of Beehive Homes

Kathryn Walling

May 6, 2003

I did not know Doc but do know his son Carl. Knowing Carl I realize Kay & Doc must have been such good people and the kind of people we are losing in today's society. I am sure they will be greatly missed.

Kathryn Walling

George Morey

May 5, 2003

I am thankful to have been one of Doc's many friends. He will be thought of kindly, and our association will be treasured. He was truly a valuable resource for Southwestern lore & general knowledge.

My deepest sympathy to his family,

geo

Randy & Lori Pulsifer

May 5, 2003

Please know that we are sure thinking about the entire Pulsifer family as we mourn the loss of Uncle Maurice. We will hold dear to us all of our memories of him. He will truly be missed.

~Randy Pulsifer and Family

Wayne & Toni Wright

May 4, 2003

Thanks Doc for your humor and wisdom. We will remember you fondly.

From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes

May 3, 2003

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

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