A true friend who taught me much about coaching football at Denby High Detroit

Dear Neighbors, I fondly remember "Mr" Don Stuckey shouting a friendly "Hello" over the fence. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. John and Joan Polefka

I was very fortunate to able to have Coach Stuckey teach me about LIFE when he coached me at Bishop Foley 1973-74. Don was a 2nd father to me at that time of my life when I needed one. Coach THANKS for all you gave to me. My prayers go to the Stuckey family at this difficult time. May GOD comfort all of you. Fran Scislowicz

Don Stuckey came into my life when he worked for Detroit Parks and Recreation in the 1960's at Arthur School in the summer program. We were part of the neighborhood kids who spent the summer with Don. He coached the girls in softball, and even though I could barely hit or field his encouragement and humor was there to make those the best summers of my life. I was so glad to see he continued to work his magic with the students at Denby in his coaching role. I may not have seen Don in over 45 years he has remanined a wonderful part of my childhood memories. Thanks Don

My heart broke into pieces when I learned Coach Stuckey departed this earth. Coach Stuckey will be truly missed, he was like a father to me. I wouldnt be the person I am today without him. I am truly heartbroken and will miss the encouragement Coach Stuckey continued to give me through out my life. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God bless you.

Dear Maxine and family, I was very surprised to read of Don's passing. It brought me back to a time back in the early 70's when Don and John Kluka began the Sterling Umpires Association. Through Don's leadership, our organization's prestige grew around the area. Soon, we became part of a larger group, ASA. Don quickly became the "Umpire in Chief" for Macomb County and then Deputy UIC for the Detroit Metro Area. In 1992, I was chosen to go to an ASA national tournament. It was Don who gave up one night a week for that entire summer to drive to Westland-Plymouth area to help me become more proficient in the three-umpire system. He made the trip, would work three games, and drive home with me. He WOULD NOT take any money for this task. Later, when we were on the ASA staff, Don provided a realistic approach to many of the challenges our group faced in training and evaluating umpires throughout the metro area. Don was a VERY good man and friend. I will miss him. Craig Thomson

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Our Thoughts are with You May the love of friends and family be a source of comfort to you at this time. With sincere sympathy in your loss.

I am just thankful that Mr. Stuckey gave of his time and talent to coach for Edwin Denby High School. I pray that you will find comfort and peace in the coming days.

To the Stuckey Family, thank you for sharing such a wonderful family man. He impacted so many students more than he could ever know. RIP. Denby C/O '92.

coach u thought me about life.not to be afraid to want more out of life...coach im here alive because i listened to a few of the many talks we shared....love u coach c/o 97 ur CHAMPS...

Sad to hear of the passing of Don. I remember him as a wonderful man and coach.

Sorry for your loss.Don was a good man.I remember him well from my gas station (13 & Hoover Mobil) and auto repair shop days (Motor City Tire).

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Donald Stuckey

27 February, 1934 – 22 December, 2010

A.H. Peters Funeral Home

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