Visitation:
5/24/2010 14:00:00
Service:
5/24/2010 14:00:00
James Robert “Bob” Spicer, passed away peacefully following a sudden illness at Willard Mercy Hospital on Monday, May 24, 2010. Bob had currently resided at Hillside Acres in Willard, Ohio.
Bob was born in 1923 in Towson, Maryland to James and Verda (Lamb) Spicer. He graduated from Towson High School and the University of Maryland in 1944 with a degree in Civil Engineering. Upon graduation Bob joined the US Navy and served as a 2nd Lieutenant in Hawaii and Guam. While in Hawaii, Bob married Helen High of Middletown, PA who was a member of the Civil Service stationed in Honolulu. They retured to Baltimore, Maryland in 1952.
Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years in 2008; their youngest son, David William Spicer in 1979; and a son-in-law, Ed Schapley in 2007.
Surviving are five children, Roberta (Ed) Taylor of Jackson, WY; Harvey (Susan) Spicer of Fulton, KS; Barbara (Paul) Schnurer of Monroe, VA; Kathy Schapley of Wildersville, TN; and Susan (Steve) Abston of New Haven; ten grandchildren, Jon, Veronica, Amanda, Hannah, Amy, Jessie, Aaron, Travis, Shawn and Renee; seven great grandchildren with another expected in November.
Bob enjoyed 30 plus years employed by the CSX Railroad. He traveled and hiked extensively after retiring, motorcycle riding and investing.
Bob will be remembered for his positive outlook.
His family will celebrate his life at the annual Spicer Reunion in June. No local services will be observed. Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio assisted the family with arrangements. Online condolences can be made at www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
so sorry to hear about your mom and dad sorry i am late but just found out about their passing.
With my deepest Sympathy to Susan and extended family on the death of your Dad. Mary Rose
To all the Spicer family – so sorry to hear of the passing of your father and your mother too. I have great memories of both of them and of the time I spent with Kathy and Susan and your whole family growing up in Garrett. When I drive by 808 Randolph I often think of the Spicers.
Susan,
Just wanted to say that I was thinking of you…been along time. I included my email if you want to drop me a line. Living in Tampa Bay. Hope to hear from you!!
Julie Jeffery-Chamberlain
To all of the Spicer Family-
sending you my deepest sympathy over the loss of your dad. thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
mary jane jones nodine
Dear Susan:
My Smpathy to you and your family. You are
in my thoughts and prayers. Always remember all the fond memories. They can never be taken away from us.
Our deepest sympathy to you, Sue, and all of your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. I know you will cherish all of the great memories that you had together.
i am sorry for your loss i enjoyed taking care of Bob at hillside .. he was a great man thoughts and prayers are with you
Susan and family,
I am sorry to hear of Bob’s passing. I truly enjoyed the times taking care of Bob and Helen. Their life story is amazing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.