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OBITUARY: University Stunned By Loss of Long-Time Staffer

Sports Information Director Will Darity died Wednesday morning at age 43. Claremont-La Verne Patch and the University of La Verne's Campus Times teams to remember the long-time staff member.

The following is an original article by the University of La Verne's Campus Times. We reprint a portion of the story here with permission from the school. Follow the link to read the entire article.

By Kristina BuganteArts Editor

Sports Information Director Will Darity died Wednesday morning in Pasadena of a heart attack. He was 43.

For 18 years Mr. Darity served many roles at the University, most recently as the sports information director of the athletics department and an assistant coach.

“Will Darity was completely dedicated to Leopard Athletics, spending countless hours above and beyond his duties,” Paul Alvarez, director of the Athletic Training Education Program, said in a statement released Thursday by President Devorah Lieberman. “He will be missed as a friend and colleague.”

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The track and field program won four Southern California Intercollegiate Athletic Conference championships under his guidance as assistant coach for track and field and cross country. In addition, Mr. Darity led student athletes to the NCAA Division III Championships.

The University of La Verne's Campus Times news publication gives more details on Mr. Darity's passing.

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