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for Robert Spraker
Chris Riddle
September 3, 2008
Dear Carolyn, Rob, and Family
My heart goes out to all of you for your loss. Bob was a great man who positively impacted the lives of many people in many different facets of life. I will be forever grateful for the time I spent with him and to those responsible for bringing Bob into my life. I've never enjoyed losing in golf but watching Bob hold his hand up high while awaiting the payment from my father's end of our friendly weekend wager is, was, and forever will be priceless. Equally as entertaining was the call home to Carolyn letting her know lunch was on Pat today. I’m so very sorry for everyone’s loss and am prayerfully yours.
Ellen (Sutherland) Butler
August 31, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. My son, Heath Dowdy, and Robbie played sports together at Wm. Byrd and didn't know for a long time that I had gone to school with Bobby and Carolyn in Wythville and that Ronnie Spraker was one of my best friends growning up. Bobby was such a sweet person. He will be missed by many.
Dennis and Sharon Roseman
August 31, 2008
Dear Carolyn & Family
Dennis and I were shocked to hear of Bobby's passing. Bobby Archer called us today when he received word. Dennis has many times said that Bobby was his hero- they spent a lot of time together making memories when they were growing up. He loved Bobby very much. Dennis plans on calling you with the number that Bobby gave us today. You and your family are in our prayers. We love you all. Please call if you need us.
Hallett Worrell
August 29, 2008
Dear Carolyn, I was sorry to learn of Bobby's death. I know exactly what you have been through because my husband has stage 4 prostate cancer and has had it for four years. He is just about home bound. My heart goes out to you and the rest of your family as you now face life without Bobby. I am sure you have mixed emotions...loss and yet not wanting him to suffer and be in pain anymore. I pray that you find comfort and strength through the power and grace of God who in His mercy will be with you to meet every need.
Love, Hallett Jones Worrell
PS Debbie Gates Larson sent me the obit
Regina Shrewsbury
August 29, 2008
Jennifer & family
I am sorry to hear of your loss. The comments from the guests who signed this book let's everyone know your father-in-law was a very special man and I am sure you are glad that your children were a part of his life and he was a part of their life. You are in my prayers
REGINA (Jennifer's co-worker)
Ed Murphy
August 29, 2008
Where does one start to tell the story of a friendship of almost 30 years? We met at the Holiday Inn on Franklin Road in Roanoke, December 1980. It's interesting how you remember such things. But, I am sure it was December because I can remember the Dining Room was decorated for Christmas. He had a firm handshake and always looked you in the eye to see if anyone was home and once he became friends with you to make sure you were O.K. He had that knack about people. Then summer of 1981 the AMI Golf Outtings began and I met Carolyn ( Sheets), and found out where the man received most of his inner strength. Such wonderful times we had and what went on at the Rabbit Hole stays at the Rabbit Hole. In the mid 80's we travelled together opening hotels in N.C., Virginia and West Virginia. What a ball we had. Our creative thoughts were just bursting and every day was another new experience to enjoy or a challenge to take head on. All the while never taking life too serious, " Because after all Murphi, we are here to have a good time" If I heard that once I heard it a million times over the years. I started my own catering company in the late 80's and Bob and I teamed up again to become restaurant moguls, at least in our minds. We had a grand time, made some money and many new friends. We opted out of that situation when the recession and short pockets of the early 90's hit. During the 90's it would be an occasional phone call here a chance meeting there, but each one of these was just like we had been together yesterday. Fall of 2007 found me looking for new outlet for my catering business. A conversation with a mutual friend led to Bob and I joining forces again and taking on the Lynchburg hospitality market. We were back together again. However, this was not to last. One morning he came in to the office and said " Murphi, I called Carolyn this morning and told her of a health challenge I have been having, and she is on her way down here to kill me. Since I did not tell her right away" That's how Bob approached everything. Carolyn was at the heart of all he ever did. Followed closely by Elizabeth, Rob and the grand children.
Well, Spraki I will carry on this life now without you. But, you showed me how to enjoy it, never accept anything without asking why and always, always love your fellow man.
Rest Well My Good and Trusted Friend.
Murphi
Amanda Pack
August 29, 2008
Liz,
I was so sorry to hear about your father. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I remember your father fondly he was such a family man and truly loved his Bunky.
Larry Stores Jr.
August 29, 2008
Spraker family,
I worked with Bob at CCI/Nationsline and was deeply saddened to hear the news. Bob was fun to work with, and also a great boss to have. Please accept my deepest sympathy!
Michelle Osborne
August 29, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to Bob's family and closest friends. He was such a happy person and always had a great story to tell. We all miss him at the Kirkley Hotel. May God bless all of you in healing.
Betty & Ed Wray
August 28, 2008
Dear Spraker Family
Ed and I will always cheerish the wonderful times we all shared together. Bob made us laugh and at times cry but its those very memories that will be with us forever. We really enjoyed the years that we worked with Bob and he will be missed. Our prayers are with you
Jean Einreinhof
August 28, 2008
Spraker Family,
Having worked for Bob for 6 months at the Kirkley Hotel in Lynchburg, I was saddened to hear about his passing. He was a pleasure to know and work for. I'll keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Tamara Betterson
August 28, 2008
Bob was a great boss and a great friend. I was able to work really close with him at the Kirkley. I am very sadden that he is gone and I was not able to keep in touch with him after I left. I remember the times when he was frustrated with all of us and even when he laughed really hard. He is going to be greatly missed. May God Bless all of his family in this time of moarning.
Trae Wright
August 28, 2008
Liz,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. May the love of friends and family provide you comfort at this time and in the days ahead. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
Mike Kreider
August 28, 2008
There are but a very few people you meet who enjoyed life and people as much as Bob. He was a true Southern Gentleman!!! I had the pleasure of getting to know both Bob and Carolyn when he lived in Tidewater, and Janet and I still talk about the dinners and drinks we shared. I will miss hearing his laugh, playing golf with him, and talking about our shared vocation; the hotel business. Anyone who ever met him will no doubt share the same sentiment. I am deeply saddened by his loss, and wish Carolyn and the family my best. Bob you will be missed!!!!!!!!!!!
Cindy Christian
August 28, 2008
I am sorry for your loss, all of us at the Kirkley Hotel lynchburg Va will miss Mr Bob.
Housekeeping
Cindy Christian
Jimesha Kent
August 28, 2008
To Spraker Family,
My condolences to all!! Bob will be GREATLY missed!! He was a WONDERFUL MAN! I enjoyed working with him and getting to know him. He once told me that he thought of me as his daughter. He would yell at me if I was doing something wrong. ~smile~ My deepest sympathy goes to you! May God Rest his soul. God bless!
Amanda Nichols
August 28, 2008
Dear Spraker Family
I am deeply saddend to hear about your loss! I had the pleasure of working with Bob for six short months in which he touched mine and so many other lives! He was a wonderful man and will be missed terribly! My thoughts and prayers are with your family!
Randy Barton
August 28, 2008
Dear Spraker Family, My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. I grew up with Bob's son Rob and was welcomed into their home with open arms like I was family. May God Bless.
BR Wirt
August 28, 2008
Rob, I am very sorry for the loss of your dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. I never met your dad but I know you and if your dad was anything like you Rob, he must have been a great person.
Trevor Willis
August 28, 2008
Dear Spraker Family,
I cannot tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I met Bob through his son Rob, who I have worked with, lived near and been friends and golf buddies with since we met. Never did I see Bob in anything but the best of moods, most positive of light, or deepest of laughter. From what little I was able to experience, I know for sure he was full of love and humor. He loved his family and wasn't afraid to say it. I know he's smiling down on you and probably telling a joke or two right now as well to make someone else laugh in heaven. He was a great man, but he also raised a great family. He will be missed.
Sandy Alls
August 28, 2008
Some people come into your life and you never forget them. Bob Spraker is one of those people. I will never forget his humor, his smile, his kindness. Peace be with you Spraker Family.
Gary Purvis
August 28, 2008
Dear Spraker Family,
In your time of loss, I would like to share with you how Bob touched and changed my life.
Like Bob, I started my career in the hotel business at a young age of 15. I remember seeing Bob visit the hotel in his capacity as an Area Manager for AMI and thinking to myself, that's what I want to be someday.
After paying my dues by working different positions at the hotel, Bob offered me an advancement into management. I worked for Bob several years to follow at various locations and will always be thankful to him for not only allowing me my first opportunity, but more importantly, teaching me to set goals and work hard to obtain them.
Bob will greatly be missed but I am sure he is enjoying a round or two of golf on the most beautiful golf courses in the heavens.
Paul Allen
August 28, 2008
Carolyn, my name is Paul Allen and I don't believe we have ever met. I was part of the regular golf group that Bob played in when ya'll lived here in Hampton Roads. He was always a bright spot in the group, and someone that everyone liked, and looked forward to playing with. He made us laugh regularly, and I was sorry to hear that he was moving away from the area years ago. I am so sorry for your loss, and that I was unable to come and visit him, when Pat, Harry, and Clinton made the trip. Your family will be in my prayers. Paul
Allan Haynsworth
August 28, 2008
It was a pleasure meeting Bob last year at Primland with some of his close friends such as Pat Riddle.
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