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Philip Clancy Obituary
PORTLAND --Philip Gregory Clancy of Yarmouth died unexpectedly June 6, 2007. He was the husband of Elna Myers Clancy; father of Mark (Sherry) Clancy, Kevin (Michele) Clancy, and Kathleen (William) Walsh; and the loving grandfather to seven grandchildren.
Phil was born Feb. 13, 1932, in Portland, the only son of Helena Duff and Eugene L. Clancy. He graduated from Portland High School and Portland Junior College, where he played basketball and baseball. Phil was a point guard in the Y basketball league and pitcher for Cheverus and Portland High. After transferring from Cheverus to Portland, Phil was ineligible to play, so Coach Hadlock appointed him assistant baseball coach. Playing for the Twilight league he was an All-Star pitcher and twice pitcher of the year. He also played for the Boston Braves during spring training and played minor league with the Peterboro Pete's in Ontario. Phil ended his baseball career playing with the Yarmouth Townies from 1961- 1965. Phil coached Babe Ruth in Yarmouth for three years and also coached the Senior League, which won three championships in a row. He coached the Yarmouth All-Star team for three years. Phil also enjoyed basketball in high school and college and once played against the Harlem Globetrotters.
He worked as an advertising salesman for the Press Herald and was a salesman and Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Locke Office Products and Walsh Brothers in Tucson, Ariz. He enjoyed being a driver for Hertz in his retirement. Phil also loved a good game of golf, enjoyed both Maine and Arizona and had a love for many, especially his family.
Please share your memories with us at a celebration of his life at Val Halla Golf & Recreation Center, Val Halla Road, Cumberland on Monday, June 11, 2007, from 4-6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, if you wish send donations to the Salvation Army, Boys Club or YMCA Portland in Phil's name.
Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net
Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, LLC, 500 Route One, Yarmouth.
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Memories and Condolences
for Philip Clancy
R. Smith
June 14, 2007
Mark, I am sorry to hear about your father. If you need anything please let me know
June 12, 2007
Kevin, Michelle and family - My deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your Dad.
Lisa (D'Alessandro) Sjostedt
Scott Johnson
June 11, 2007
Sincerest Sympathy.
I met Phil in 1980 through the office products industry. Over many years of business and golf at Val Halla knew Phil as a man of is word, and a class gentleman.
Cathy Oliver Lyons
June 11, 2007
Dear Kate, Bill, Clancy and Owen,
Frank and I send you our deepest compassion on the loss of your father (grandfather). We are grateful that we were able to meet him and enjoy his company in Boothbay last summer, at the summer cottage and at my brother Billy's Lobsterfest in Maine. Both your dad and mom seemed so happy and really enjoyed all the lobster and steak at the party! Wonderful memories like that will always be with you all for the time that you shared together. You are all in our prayers.
Cathy (Oliver) and Frank Lyons
mark clancy jr.
June 9, 2007
you were my grandfather even though I didnt know you well and I am sorry that i didnt get to know you better
Cathy Paglio
June 9, 2007
Elna, I am so sorry for your loss. Don't know if you remember me..Cathy (Botto) Paglio from Headstart. You were always one of my favorite people and if there is anything I can do for you at this difficult time please don't hesitate to call or email me! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Cathy
Joshua Clancy
June 9, 2007
Sorry for you loss. If there is anything i can do don't hesitate to contact me.
Rodalynn Hughes
June 9, 2007
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Sandi Johnson
June 9, 2007
I just heard about Phil ... he was such a wonderful neighbor to have here at Breakwater ... I've missed you both since you moved ... Phil was a wonderful, warm, caring man ... my deepest sympathy to all his family.
Jack McCarthy
June 8, 2007
Very sorry to hear of your lost.I was playing that morning with the seniors.Phil was a great man to play golf with .my prayers are with him.
Jack McCarthy
Owen McGarry
June 8, 2007
I knew Phil over the years through business and occasionally at the golf course. I saw him Wednesday morning in the clubhouse at Val Halla. I'm so sorry for your loss, he's in my prayers.
Joseph DePeter
June 8, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Phil McCormack
June 8, 2007
Dear Kate,
Deb just told me about your father. We are so sorry for your loss. He seemed like a great guy. Let us know if you need anything during this difficult time.
With deepest sympathy,
Phil & Deb Mccormack
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