OBITUARIES: ’89

Christian Leigh Clayton, 40, of Scottsdale, passed away September 9, 2011. He attended Camelback High School and received his B.A. from Brooks Institute of Santa Barbara. He was co-owner of Sucker Punch Sally's, a custom motorcycle manufacturer, and SPS Beverage Co. Christian was a man of many talents. His quick wit, enthusiasm, and passion for life were incomparable. Survivors included his wife Amy; children Chase, Carly, Chloe, and Cole; parents Gerie Clayton and Betty Clayton; and siblings; Chase, Grant and Paige.

Christopher M. Jolly, 35, died suddenly at home on July 13, 2007. He had recently relocated to Phoenix from San Francisco, where he had been employed as a WEB designer and project manager. He was an ASU graduate and had a multitude of interests, including film study and screen writing. He loved to prepare gourmet meals, but still loved Wendy's burgers! Chris was a good man with a zest for life and all it had to offer. His smile and kindness will be missed forever by all who knew and loved him. Survivors included his parents, Lawrence and Elizabeth Jolly; his brother, Ian; nephew, Christopher James Lopez-Jolly; Christopher's mother, Denise Lopez; and best friend, Brandon Green. (Excerpted/edited from The Arizona Republic, 7/25/2007)