Angels In The Outfield

We connected with Scottie today since he's been noticeably absent from his team. He said he's currently following up with his physicians after having a stent put in to help his heart with blood flow. Last year he was out all year with a hip replacement and by pass surgery. He returned this year only to have the second summer session cut short by weakness and breathing difficulties. He went to the hospital for assessment and underwent the angioplasty. 

Let's support Scottie with our prayers and keep him in our thoughts. We hope he continues to heal and get stronger everyday! 

Cards and Encouragements: 

Scott Mitchell 9250 W Meadow Hills Dr SC 85351 

505.379.2463

8.14.25

We talked briefly to Jay this afternoon. He is at Banner Thunderbird and was about to go into surgery. He understood the procedure was required to either correct the stent previously placed after his heart attack or place another one. Jay said he had been feeling over heated and could not get settled after his last game. He went to the hospital for evaluation when physicians determined he needed an additional procedure; angioplasty. He may be in surgery this evening. 

Let's keep Jay in our thoughts and prayers for successful procedure so the surgeons get his heart back to good health. 

By the way, he said he'll be back playing Tuesday. Just kidding. We all know Jay. And then he said, if we had lights on the field, he'd attempt to play tonight after surgery. God bless you, Jay! 

Cards and Encouragements: 

Jay Kint 9415 N 99th Ave apt 2084, SC 85351 

602.302.1895

Hello there Softball Family, 

We talked briefly to Jay this afternoon. He is at Banner Thunderbird and was about to go into surgery. He understood the procedure was required to either correct the stent previously placed after his heart attack or place another one. Jay said he had been feeling over heated and could not get settled after his last game. He went to the hospital for evaluation when physicians determined he needed an additional procedure; angioplasty. He may be in surgery this evening. 

Let's keep Jay in our thoughts and prayers for successful procedure so the surgeons get his heart back to good health. 

By the way, he said he'll be back playing Tuesday. Just kidding. We all know Jay. And then he said, if we had lights on the field, he'd attempt to play tonight after surgery. God bless you, Jay! 

Cards and Encouragements: 

Jay Kint 9415 N 99th Ave apt 2084, SC 85351 

602.302.1895

Update 8.18.25

We've attached Joe Ford's memorial brochure here for you. Until a time we are able to connect with family, what if you could have a glimpse into Joe's life? It looks like he knew that's what he wanted...us to know him and his gratitude. The memorial brochure from his service is attached. 

https://d2jqoimos5um40.cloudfront.net/site_2278/27c1ab.pdf

According to our first posting about Joe's passing, his Celebration of Life was held on Sunday the 10th at United Church of Sun City. Joe Ford Celebration of Life.pdf Let's continue to keep Joe's family and friends in our thoughts and prayers. 

Thank you to Jim Alexander for your help!

Hello Softball Family, 

We learned this week that Joe passed away within this last couple weeks. He was a long time player and known by many of us. You can count on more information once we've connected directly with the family. 

Here's what we know: 

Joe's Service: 

Sunday, August 10th 2:30 pm

United Church of Sun City 

11250 N 107th Av Sun City, AZ 85351 

Let's keep his family in our thoughts and prayers. 

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 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