Richard Clinton Names

Obituary Richard Clinton Names, born on February 24th, 1939 in Tacoma, to Scott and Evelyn Names, died peacefully in his home at 8:25 am on Thursday, December 13th, 2007 after an 18 year battle with Parkinson's disease. Clint was surrounded by family and friends in his final days. Clint was preceded in death by his father Scott Names and is survived by his wife of 30 years, Diane Names, mother Evelyn Sis Names, brother Tom Names (Meg), sister Paula Larkin, sons Richard (Madeleine), Curtis (Tory), Patrick and daughters Kappy Calkins (Tyler) and Aidan Cornell (Jason). Clint's grandchildren are Larissa, Clint and Karly Absher, Kailani Calkins, Savanna and Wyatt Names and a new grandbaby boy due in February. Clint graduated from Stadium High School in 1957 where he was Senior Class President. His time playing basketball and golf for the Tigers was memorable and he capped his basketball career with a performance for the ages, with 39 points in his final game at the state tournament. In that game he scored 22 consecutive points and made 18 field goals, which is still a tournament record. Clint graduated from the University of Washington in 1961. He earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering and lettered in basketball and golf. Clint was an All-Big 6 selection in basketball and golf and captured the Big 6 title in golf in 1961. He earned an Honorable Mention All-American honor that same year. After college, Clint took his first job at Lockheed in Santa Clara, CA working on second stage booster rockets. He then returned to the Northwest to work for Rocket Research in Kent. Finally in 1967, he joined his father and brother in the family business at Scott's Athletic Equipment in Lakewood, where he worked for 22 years. While Clint excelled at basketball and golf, he was a natural athlete, which allowed him to enjoy many different activities and live healthy life. He found a love for the outdoors by going on horseback riding trips with his father-in-law and sons. Clint began golfing at Fircrest Golf Club when he was 8 years old. At 17 he won the junior regional championship earning him a trip to National Junior Tournament in Chicago. He became a member at Fircrest in 1968, when he won his first club championship. Clint went on to win 11 championships, concluding with 8 consecutive titles. The memories at Fircrest were always dear to his heart as he made many friends and loved sharing stories. He also played in many amateur events around the Northwest. In 1989, Clint won the last tournament he played in, the PNGA Master 40 Championship. He was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease the following year. Basketball played a big part of Clint's life as an amateur. He was a member of the Cheney Stud's and Plywood-Tacoma teams that qualified for the NABA National Finals 5 times in the late 60's/early 70's and capturing the championship in two of them. He continued to play on city league teams well into the 1990's. The friendship's that came out of those experiences became life-long and he will be remembered as loyal and loving. Clint's story wouldn't be complete without mentioning that he was a loving son, brother, husband and father. His marriage to Diane was strong, devoted and very inspirational. They enjoyed raising their children and watching the countless sporting events together. Clint was the biggest fan to each of his children and grand-children. If Clint and Diane were not found enjoying their home on the Puget Sound they were relaxing on the Island of Kauai, one of their favorite places. Clint was a gentleman and will be deeply missed. A Funeral service will be held at 10:30am on Monday December 17th, 2007 at St. Charles Borromeo 7112 S. 12th Street, Tacoma, 98465. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Husky Golf Center Project c/o Huskies Athletic Department PO Box 354070 Seattle, WA 98195 or The Northwest Parkinson's Foundation at 400 Mercer St. #401 Seattle. WA. 98109 or call 1-877-980-7500. Class of '57 at Stadium High School. Checks should be made to the Class of '57. They can be sent to 610 N Stadium Way, Tacoma, WA 98403.