David J. Sprinski Sr.

David Sprinski Obituary

SPRINSKI David J. Sr. David J. Sprinski Sr. of Riverview, FL, formerly of Maumee, OH, passed away August 3, 2009, at Tampa General Hospital, Tampa, FL. Born July 5, 1950, to John and Erma Sprinski who preceded him in death. David was the owner of Schrader Stoves of Northwood, ALL American Marine Sales and VIP Casino Travel. He also worked for several Automotive and Marine Dealers in sales. David's joy in life was singing and was proud to be a member of the Maumee High School Choir and All Ohio Choir. David is survived by wife, Cheryl Harvey-Sprinski; sons, David (Julie) Sprinski, Brian (Tonya), step daughters, Elizabeth Wirick, Kristinn Wirick and Blake Mercer; 8 grandchildren and brother, Daniel (Lanita) Sprinski; brothers-in-law, James (Christine) Harvey and David (Gloria) Shadix and faithful to the end Lucky his dog. There will be visitation and a Celebration of David's life Thursday, August 20, 2009, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Gathering Place in lower level of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church at Glendale and Harvard Blvd., Toledo, Ohio. The family requests contributions be made to the Shriners Children's Hospitals.

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Published by The Blade on Aug. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for David Sprinski

9 Entries

Nancy Brown

August 25, 2009

I met David through one of my recovery groups(FBAO)and we made a connection very quickly. We both dealt with having a "club-foot" from birth. His was the left and mine was the right. Although I only knew him for a short time I will miss seeing him and sharing the things we had in common.

Doug Smith

August 20, 2009

I new David for the past 4-5 years as a man that lived to help others. He seemed happiest when able to assist someone struggling to find a smoother path in life. David is missed by many and will always be remembered as a kind man. His dry wit and humor are legendary.

Audrey

August 20, 2009

Im sorry for the family's loss. I only new DJ from a distance and as an aquaintance.. but he always put a smile on my face. He will be truly missed.

August 20, 2009

David will definitely be missed.

Paulette Tone
Valrico, FL

Katrina Yorkey

August 20, 2009

David,

You were known to so many on so many different levels. Some were family, some as business contacts and others as friends. And even to strangers - because they were just friends you had not met yet.

I was blessed to have known you David in your last years as a friend. I loved sitting in the many venues as you "belted out" out countless country favorites at Karaoke places. Damn, we sat in some "hole-in-the-wall" dives didn't we just so you could sing? **smile** Wow - you could sing. You were amazing. And we always left those places with you and your smile because you got your "fix" to sing.

I also watched you DJ as you went through many surgeries and struggles with health. In the last few months you looked terrific! Tan, slimmed down, energized and a new zest for living! Remember I had told you a few days prior to you passing - that you looked "healthy, centered, calm." You were in agreement - that you felt good, both inside and out.

Your final days were spent with the 2 gals you loved most in this world - Cheryl and Megan. As your friend, I spent many hours over the last few years listening to you as you spoke with pride about your family. You acknowledged it's imperfections and how you always wanted to do more for them.

But you wont be able to. Because God has called you home. Called home way to soon. For us here who remain in life without you David - I hope our sadness can turn to celebration soon. Celebrate your life and the impact you had on all of us.

For me, I will always love you David for who you were, and I will always love you for who you weren't.

To you David, my best friend, my mentor, my brother, my rock.... I will miss your kind words, your shoulder that caught so many of my tears, your hand as it held mine through the life's storms, your smile, your phone calls, and your belief in me when I had none for myself. I am forever a better person for having you in my life.

Put in a good word for me up there ok? I'll see you again when God calls me home. Until then.....

Love ya buddy!
"Angel"

Michelle Greenwalt

August 18, 2009

To my wonderful cousin Dave Sprinski an his family I am very sorry to hear bout your loss an I will miss him very deeply an will miss his voice an his singing Karakoe songs. he will be in my thoughts an prayers an its very sad to see him go. we will miss him very much an love him an always think bout him. just wished I could visit him more often. He will be missed by all an love his laughter an his jokes.
we will miss him.
love by his cousin
Michelle Greenwalt (Browning)

Michelle Greenwalt

August 18, 2009

David Sprinski was a cousin of mine he loved to sing at Karkoe an loved his voice I had wished I would visit him more often but hes gone an will be missed by all. hes with god an everyone will be missed by all his relatives an family. we wish him the best. we love him. sorry to hear that he has passed. we will miss him an thoughts a prayers will be in our hearts. we love him.

julie wilcox

August 16, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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