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William “Skip” James Wagner Jr., 74, passed away on Sept. 23, 2014 at his home in Oracle after a valiant battle with bone cancer.
He worked at the ASARCO mine in Kearny and Winkelman from the late 1970’s until his massive heart attack in April of 1997. Camping and fishing were some of his great enjoyments in life.
William is preceded in death by his parents, William James Wagner Sr. and Mary Ellen Wagner; sister Pat; two brothers, Ron and Kenny; and two daughters, Ginger and Tammy. He is survived by his wife Pat Wagner; daughters Mary (Bob)Kimbrough, Tracy (Dwane) Burger; son Kip (Stephanie) Wagner. seven grandchildren, several great grandchildren, three brothers, two sisters and several nieces and nephews.
No services were held. His ashes are retained by his wife.
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