DICK, Wilburn Wilson (Skipper)

Wilburn Wilson (Skipper) Dick, 96, passed away on June 20, 2003. He was born on March 20, 1907 to H. S. and Nevada Dick of Eastland, TX. One of 7 brothers, he moved to Arizona in 1917.

He played a prominent role in Arizona State athletics from 1927-1933 playing football, basketball, & baseball. After graduating he married Barbara Benson in 1939. A progressive educator, he was elected State Superintendent of public education in 1959. When he was 80, he could "shoot his age" in golf.

Skipper is survived by his 4 children Robin, Richard, Larry, and Susan, as well as 12 grandchildren, and 5 great-grandchildren. He will be warmly remembered and greatly missed.

Funeral services will be at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 24, 2003 at Enrose Ward Building, 925 N. Harris, Mesa, AZ 85203, with graveside services to follow at Green Acres Cemetery, 401 N. Hayden Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257. Contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phoenix, AZ 85014.

Published in The Arizona Republic on 6/22/2003.

Posted by Karen on February 18, 2010

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