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1946 - 2007
 James Lewis “Jim” Spence, 61, of Huntington passed away on his farm on Barker Ridge on Monday, September 17, 2007. He was born February 14, 1946, in Huntington, a son of Caroline Smith Spence of Milton and the late Walter Lewis “Woot” Spence. He was an employee of Special Metals, and a former employee of ACF Industries. He was a member of the Lebanon Lodge #68 A.F. and A.M., the American Legion Post # 16. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife of 42 years, Barbara Sue Hardesty Spence; three daughters and sons-in-law, Alicia and Nick Smith of Milton, WV and their children, Dru, Aris and Taysia; Jamie and Brian Donsbach of Crown Point, IN and their children, Cassie and James Kevin; Ronda Jean and Jason Woodrum of Milton, WV and their children, LeAnna Owens and Hannah and Riley Woodrum; one brother, Bill and Patty Spence of Milton; two sisters, Olga Layne and Terri and Joe Wolowinski of Milton; father-in-law, Arnold Hardesty of Lesage; mother-in-law, Vivian Hardesty of Huntington; two sisters-in-law, Gloria Jean and Ron McComas of Huntington and Linda and Perk Dailey of Ona; and a host of loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be conducted at 5 p.m. Thursday, September 20, 2007 at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton by Pastor Kevin Shull and Jim’s uncle, Rev. Paul Edd Spence. Burial will be in Spence Family Cemetery, Barker Ridge. Friends may call from 6-9 p.m. Wednesday at the Wallace Funeral Home, Milton. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace. |
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There are currently 17 condolences.
Debra Lee
leedeb50@yahoo.com
Tuesday January 29, 2008 at
4:57 PM
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Ronda - I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I wish there were words to ease your pain, but only time will be able to do that. I just found out today from Stasi. If there is anything I could tell you to do - is to love your family and to try to go on. You know your dad would want you to be happy. Take care or yourself. Deb
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Stasi Sherlock
stasilynn@comcast.net
Monday January 28, 2008 at
11:08 PM
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Ronda, Sue and Family
I'm soooo sorry that I am just learning of this with Ronda's letter today. I'm in such shock too and am just so sorry for your loss. Jim was always so good to me and always made me laugh. Ronda- I lived with the sudden loss of my dad in 1999 and although you are never prepared for sudden loss and tragedy- you always in some way grieve but time truly heals all with God's help. May God continue to watch over all of you-
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Beverly Southall
proud2bagranny@yahoo.com
Saturday November 10, 2007 at
8:30 AM
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Alicia - we just now heard about the tragic death of your Dad. I am so very sorry ! I know it's been such a very long time , since we have been in touch but you often cross our minds ! Please know that mine & Steve's thoughts & prayers are with you , your mom & your sisters !
All our love ,
Beverly & Steve
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Robert Conn
Monday September 24, 2007 at
5:34 PM
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I was saddened to learn of your loss and will be holding your family in my thoughts during this time of sorrow.
Sincerely,
Robert Conn
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Judie (Townsend) Fultz
ffultz@peoplepc.com
Saturday September 22, 2007 at
5:21 PM
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I'm so sorry to hear of your loss and want to extend my sympathy to all the family. May fond memories help replace the sadness you have in your hearts with Jim's passing. You are in my prayers.
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Alice Jackson Woomer and Kenneth Woomer
woocamp.1@netzero.net
Saturday September 22, 2007 at
11:57 AM
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Dear Susie and Family:
We were saddened to read of Jimmy's death and please accept our heartfelt sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God bless you and your family.
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Pam, Zack's Mom
Saturday September 22, 2007 at
9:16 AM
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Our hearts are breaking for your loss. Whenever I think of this wonderful grandfather, I'll always picture him faithfully sitting through endless hours of wrestling tournaments to watch his grandson Dru and cheer on the other team members. We know he'll be with us in spirit.
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Beth
Friday September 21, 2007 at
12:42 AM
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My heart and prayers go out to the family. I worked with Spence and he was really good to me. I really liked him and he will be greatly missed.
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Kim Starkey
Thursday September 20, 2007 at
10:34 AM
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Ronda and Leanna,
I am very sorry for your loss of your dad and grandpa. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Kim and Hollyn Starkey
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William C. Townsend Jr. ( Butch )
btownsend@cfl.rr.com
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
10:39 PM
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I am so sorry to hear about your family loss , and my thoughts and prayers are also with your whole family . Best wishes to you all.
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stephen w spence
equipmentdoc@verizon.net
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
7:23 PM
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I never could outrun jim in that plymouth sattalite,he would tell me,go away little boy I smell your clutch burning,I went to every one of the football games he played in John Cox would let me in.I always loved Jim and admired him. he was a good man.
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Donald and JoAnna Blake Norris
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
6:55 PM
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Susie you and your family are in our prayers . May God comfort you and give you strength during this difficult time. Sincerely Donald and JoAnna Blake Norris
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Dale W Harding
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
2:54 PM
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I wish I could be there tonight to pay my respects, Jimmy and I attended Huntington Barber College together, he was always a kind, gentle soul, with a smile on his face. We were also members of the same graduating class at Milton. Family please accept my deepest sympathy.
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Jerry and Pat Chapman
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
1:37 PM
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Dearest Barbara and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the beautiful memories that you have of him lessen the sadness that you feel.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jerry, Pat, and Family
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Pat (Townsend) Staten
pstaten@sc.rr.com
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
12:35 PM
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Paul Edd, I am so sorry to hear of your family loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
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Dory Philyaw
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
11:41 AM
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Spence family,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. I am so sorry for your loss, I know he will be missed greatly.
With deepest sympathy,
Dory Philyaw
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Cassie Escue
Wednesday September 19, 2007 at
11:18 AM
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Ronda, I am so sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your dad. You & your family are in my thoughts & prayers.
Love, Cassie Escue
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