Angels In The Outfield

Hi Softball Family, Dave's wife Anne and daughter Sue Oberg (current player) have connected with us today to let us know of Dave’s passing. Dave was a former player, coach and umpire from Sun City who loved, loved, loved to play ball and share a joke or two with his teammates or anyone else who would listen ❤️ 

He's been ill for some time with a combination of breathing, sight (macular degeneration) and heart issues. His health declined rapidly over the last month. Dave passed away peacefully on July 1st at Banner Boswell. A celebration of life will take place in Mapleton, Iowa on July 24, 2025. Our hearts are saddened with this loss. 

Let's keep Anne and her family in our prayers and thoughts. 

Cards of condolences can be addressed to: 

Anne Sextro 10722 W. Saratoga Circle Sun City, AZ 85351 

Or 

Sue & Steve Oberg 9734 W. Wrangler Dr. Sun City, AZ 85373 

https://www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/sun-city-az/david-sextro-12439288

July 2, 2025

Dear Softball Family, 

Lynda suffered a stroke on Sunday and is being treated in the hospital. When we spoke to her today, she explained that she is under observation at this point and hopes to be released early tomorrow. We understand she will undergo therapy to help her with the numbness on her left side. You probably recognize Lynda as one of our club's Angels in the Outfield Committee Chairman. 

While Lynda is recovering from her stroke, Ken continues to rehab following last Tuesday's surgery; his second knee replacement. 

They ask for your prayers as they heal and get through the details of both of their treatment plans. 

To reach out to them: Ken: 858.722.9043 Lynda: 858.722.7625

Cards and Encouragements: 10835 W Kelso Dr, SC 85351

July 7, 2025

This text to us from Ron:

"We can't tell you how good it is to be home again! Things that were very hard to do last year are much easier now. The healing process is ongoing and I feel stronger everyday!

We already have plans to be back in Sun City mid October and are looking forward to thanking each of you personally for all of your encouragement.

Fingers crossed...Ball in the Fall!" 

Ellyn: 517.526.4916

Ron: 517.526.4873

MI Home Address: 880 Beech St, Lake Odessa, MI 48849 

May 25, 2025

Dear Softball Family, I think you will agree, it's good to hear from The Coppess'! It's our privilege to encourage them and pray for their requests as he continues through the intensive treatments. 

"Just a quick update on Ron. We met with his transplant doctor on Monday. He is very pleased with Ron’s progress. They are continuing to cut back the meds as we move forward. We plan to head back to Michigan at the end of June. 

We can get out and around more at this point and were able to meet Bob and Pat Thaden for lunch yesterday. It was so good to see friends, we enjoyed our time very much. Ball in the Fall!" 

Coppess' MN address: 3537 Third Place NW Rochester MN 55901 

Ron 517.526.4873; Ellyn 517.526.4916