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William Luby Obituary

Luby, William "Bill"
86, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on August 15th, 2014. Bill was born and raised in Huron, South Dakota where he met and married his wife Georgia Strohmaier. He was an Army Veteran, had a Law degree from the University of Colorado, and spent his career at Travelers Insurance Company. He and his family moved to Arizona in 1969. Bill was a man of integrity, intellect and compassion. He loved his family unconditionally and will be remembered for his great wisdom, sense of humor and wit. Rest in peace dear husband, father and grandfather. Your legacy lives on. Bill left a very close and loving family. He left his lifelong partner and beloved wife Georgia with whom he recently celebrated 65 years of marriage. He also left three children, Kristine (Tom) Morrissey, Karen (Mark) Gerberich, and Kathy (Duane) Durham, six grandchildren, Stacy (Mike) Masciangelo, Kim (Pamp) Maiers, Laura (Neil) Prakash, Jessica (Bryn) Ritchie, Bryan Durham and Leandra Durham and 10 great grandchildren. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 19th, 2014 at Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 S. 48th Street, Phoenix, Az at 2:00pm. There will be a reception following at the same location.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 19, 2014.

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Joyce Foote

August 20, 2014

Mr Luby, you were the best boss. Always enjoyed my years at Travelers with you. Especially Halloween. You will be missed by all who knew you. My prayers are with you and your family.

Tisha Bandi

August 19, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Luby family. Mr. Luby was not only a great boss but a wonderful and compassionate man. Thank you for showing me the value of staying true to who you are and for making Travelers a great place to work. Rest in Peace.

Arlene Smith-Tonges

August 19, 2014

Mr. Luby was a great boss during my years at Travelers. He will be missed. My condolences to his family.

Tammie Tank

August 19, 2014

We will all miss you Mr. Luby, you were an amazing man for whom I have the greatest respect and admiration. You taught me what true leadership is. God Bless you and your lovely family.

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