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James Speedy Obituary

JAMES CLIFFORD SPEEDY, age 43, born June 30, 1958, passed away Jan. 29, 2002 in Saratoga Calif. Where he has lived since 1981. He was a graduate of Spring Woods High School and The University of Texas. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sue and children Amanda, Sedona and Jimmy, his father James E. Speedy and wife Linda, mother Patricia Phillips and husband Darryl, brother Mark and wife Lynn and sister Tamara Shaffer and husband Ferrell. Jim would want all his friends to know how much he appreciated you keeping in touch with him over the years and the many happy times he shared with you. He Loved You All. In lieu of usual remembrances the family requests memorial donations be made to The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 570127, Houston TX 77257.

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Published by Houston Chronicle on Jan. 31, 2002.

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Clifford and Melissa Moore

February 3, 2002

Jim was a wonderful man and an inspiration to us all. He was always upbeat and positive no matter what was going on. We will always miss you Jim.

Jeff Pereson

February 1, 2002

Jim was a truly great friend who I will miss immensely! My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

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