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William Sponn Obituary
Greece: On Oct. 2, 2008. Predeceased by first wife, Catherine Lawson Sponn. He is survived by his wife, Mary Lou; 6 sons, David (Barbara), Daniel (Betsy), William (Mary Grace), Robert (Emelda), James (Joan), Joseph (Donna); step-children, Joan (Don) Wania, Mary Anne (David) Pitcher, Rita Marie Geary, Joseph Geary, Paula (Andrew) DiTucci; 19 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews. Retiree of Eastman Kodak. Army Veteran of Korean Conflict, Member of Knights of Columbus-4th Degree, Former Parishioner of St. Helen's Church, Past President of Diocesan Pastoral Council.
Friends may call at ARNDT FUNERAL HOME, 1118 Long Pond Rd. (S. of Maiden Lane), on Sunday, 4-7 PM. Everyone will meet on Monday, 12Noon at Holy Name of Jesus Church (Bonesteel St.). Interment Grove Place Cemetery. In lieu of flowers contributions to American Cancer Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for William Sponn
Nancy (VerHow) Dummer
October 13, 2008
My deepest sympathy to Bill's family and friends. I worked with Bill in Kodak's Exhibits Dept. Bill was always cheerfull, friendly and supportive. May God bless all of you.
Gavin Family
October 6, 2008
To Jim and Joan and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you today.
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Bernie & Kathyrn Hartman
October 6, 2008
Dear Mary Lou and family,
We send our sympathy to all of you on the passing of your dear husband, father and grandfather. Our prayers are with you from Ohio. Bill was a great man, and volunteer who gave of his time and talents to St. Helens. He leaves a great legacy in you and to all.
Malcolm Junkin
October 6, 2008
Daniel, on behalf of myself and the Louis Berger Group, our condolences to you and your family.
Jeanne Marie
October 5, 2008
My brother, Larry, was good friends with Jim growing up, and I remember Mr. Sponn from St. Helen's. We extend our sympathies to the family.
Dave and Ellie Ellingham
October 5, 2008
We knew Bill at St. Helen's and our son went to school with his son Joey. Also his wife Kay was one of my Cub Scout Den mothers as I was the leader. He was a very nice person.
Robert Lauth
October 4, 2008
Bill & I were coworkers for several years. Beside him being a great guy, I was always impressed by his abilities and innivative skills.
Jeanne's and my condolences to all the family.
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