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Donald R. Spruill

June 1, 1928 — January 8, 2022

Donald R. Spruill

Donald R. Spruill, 93, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 8, 2022. He was born on Friday, June 1, 1928 in Akron, Ohio to the late Latham and Twila (Wotring) Spruill. He proudly served his country in the US Army during WWII, with the 88th division, assigned to the Motor Pool, stationed in Trieste, Italy. Donald retired from Babcock & Wilcox after 40 faithful years of service as a welder. He was a lifetime member of Cambridge VFW 2901 and enjoyed ballroom dancing with the Cambridge Social Dance Club, in which he was a member.

Along with his parents, Donald was preceded in death by brother, Rodney Spruill, sisters, Carol Booker and Lucy Eckstine. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, H. Jo Ann Spruill; daughter, Sunda (Terry) Papp; grandchildren, Graham (Denise) Reynolds, Brandon (Hope) Reynolds, Austin (Rachel) Papp; great-grandchildren, Chelsea Dolph, Kayla (Bryce) Thomason, Ashley Reynolds, Emily (Austin) Cochran, Addie Reynolds, Ellie Reynolds and Easton Papp; great-great grandchildren, Stella Reynolds and Brendon Dolph; and many other loving family and friends.

The family will greet friends at Community Church of Portage Lakes, 3260 Cormany Rd., New Franklin, OH 44319 on Saturday, May 21st from 10 to 11, with a Memorial Service beginning at 11.

Due to Covid-19, we request that those attending services will practice social distancing and wear face masks. If you are unable to attend or do not wish to attend, we understand, your love and prayers will be appreciated. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Guernsey County Veterans Council, Atten: James Gibson, Commander, PO Box 572, Cambridge, OH 43725-0572.

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Past Services

Visitation

Saturday, May 21, 2022

10:00 - 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Community Church of Portage Lakes

3260 Cormany Road, New Franklin, OH 44319

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Memorial Service

Saturday, May 21, 2022

Starts at 11:00 am (Eastern time)

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home - Portage Lakes

3326 Manchester Road, Akron, OH 44319

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