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William Spain Obituary
He was predeceased by his parents, Richard Samuel and Hattie Felts Spain, and his loving wife, Patsy Wayne Spain. He was the former owner-operator of Washington Street Exxon Station in Petersburg for 39 years. After retiring, he was employed by Ukrop's Grocery for 12 years. Rock was a veteran of the United States Army, served during World War II, and played baseball on USO baseball teams with Joe DiMaggio.
He is survived by his son, William E. Spain Jr. and wife, Susan, of Petersburg; grandson, Damon Anthony Spain of Richmond; sister, Constance Thomas of Prince George; numerous nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held in Blandford Cemetery at 11 a.m. Jan. 20, 2009, with the Rev Robert Livesay of Oakland Baptist Church officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Crater Community Hospice, 840 W. Roslyn Road, Suite E., Colonial Heights, VA 23834. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com.
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John Melvin
February 18, 2009
To the Spain family, my thoughts of Rock were of good time up at the service station with his nephew in late 70’s. He all way made us feel great about ourselves as well he would help us in any way he could. His nephew Tony is how I came to know him. I give you my deepest sympathy on your lost. I know he is in good place now, for all good he gives to others.
JANA BRYANT
January 28, 2009
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. I GREW UP ON WASHINGTON STREET.
ROCK WAS A NICE MAN.HE"S GOING TO BE MISS.
JANA SEYMOUR BRYANT
Harry Turner
January 19, 2009
We have known "Rock" for many years and thought a lot of him and his friendship. He will be greatly missed. May God comfort your family at your time of loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Thinking of you,
Harry & Helen Turner
Harry, Nancy, Ashley & Owen Turner
Dawn Turner
Bernard King
January 19, 2009
My sympathy to the Family. I traded with "Rock" at the 76 Station and knew the "Gang"(Hawkins and Kermit) well. I know he will be missed. My thoughts are with you.
Anna J, James"Billy", Wilburt, & Hattie Bonner
January 19, 2009
To The Spain Family, You are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray that God will strenghten you and may he find a comforting place in your heart. Rock was a great man, and was well loved. My dad was a customer of his for many years, he service us well with the upmost respect. "For His anger is but for a moment, His favor is for life; weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning".
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