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James Spaulding Obituary
James D. “Mad Man” Spaulding, age 56, of Northwood, OH, passed away Monday, May 7, 2018 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 25, 1961 to Gerald Caruso and Ruth Spaulding. A graduate of Whitmer High School, James was a heavy equipment operator for Uconco Manufacturing for 16 years, retiring in 2001. He also worked in “Hot Shot Maintenance” for Davis Bessie. James was a “Jack-of-all trades” who enjoyed model making and restoring classic cars. A loving husband, father, son, brother and friend, he will be dearly missed.
James is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Maureen (Spain) Spaulding; son, Daryl Spaulding; mother, Ruth Sroczynski; sister, Gloria (Dave) Spaulding-Case; brother, Matthew (Charlene) Spaulding; and father and mother-in-law, Duane and Carol Spain. He was preceded in death by his father Gerald; sister, Julia Spaulding; and daughter, Beth Spaulding-Risenburg.
Visitation will be Friday from 3-8 p.m. at Sujkowski Funeral Home Northpointe, 114 E. Alexis Rd. The Funeral Service will be Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the funeral home with Pastor Jeremy Rands presiding. Interment will follow in Lake Township Cemetery. Donations to the family will be gratefully accepted.
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for James Spaulding
Steve Case
June 10, 2018
James, Your Smile and Kindness and Generosity towards others were contagious. Your Love for Family and the dedication to your Wife and Children should be an inspiration to all of us. You will be missed .
Holly Balazs
May 21, 2018
Dear James, Thanks for the many memories. You will be deeply missed. Your smile, humor, friendship but most of making you blush. Till meet again friend
Jamie Griffee
May 21, 2018
I didn't know him but I knew his wife and she is such an amazing women so I am sure he was just as amazing. May you rest in peace with your daughter in Heaven!!
Mark Rose
May 21, 2018
I never actually met you in person James but from the stories I was told by your friends and family I could tell that you loved your family and didn't know a stranger. Rest in ☮ friend and fly high.
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From the beautiful love filled event our niece Jessica put together with the help of her entire family!<br />I hope you all know that I have no words that could possibly explain how much everything you do and have done, means to me, to us.<br /&g
Maureen Spaulding
May 21, 2018
Beckie Duvall
May 11, 2018
James, you know my heart goes out to you big guy. So unique. Ill not forget you...as it was my honor to serve you in a small way. Your courage and desire to live was huge, not unlike your huge heart full of love and commitment, devotion for your family. As you experience life on the otherside I pray God bless you. God bless Maureen and your children with all the fullness of you James as love never dies. Your presence will carry on in unique ways I am sure and I look forward to always smile when I think of you. Maureen I so honor and respect your love and strength, may the spirit of everlasting life sustain you in every way.
May 10, 2018
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I worked with him at UCONCO for many years. He always had a smile ready.
Scott Christopher
May 10, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Chrissy Davenport
May 9, 2018
I will miss your sense of humor, and hearing you talk about your car with such pride and joy, and helping you scare little kids for Halloween ❤ James was SOOO welcoming and could put a smile on anyones face. Always had the best advice. He will be missed. Much love to Maureen and Daryl ❣
Cheryl Mattox
May 9, 2018
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Ashley Eriksen
May 9, 2018
James, I didn't get to know you really well. But the times I got to spend with you and Maureen were great. I remember Beffy speaking of you guys fondly throughout our entire friendship. Give Beffy and Dorky a huge hug and kiss from me when you see them on the other side.
Mary Lucien
May 9, 2018
James had a sense of humor that never quit never fail him. When we were kids He could always make you laugh no matter what ...I kind of chuckled at even just writing this & remembering him that way. My heart goes out to his wife and his family and my aunt Ruth you all are in my prayers ❤
Stephanie Hahn
May 9, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barney Spradling
May 9, 2018
James was one of those guys that everyone has a fun story about. I'll never forget that van with the neon rainbow!
Gloria Case
May 9, 2018
James, no words can truly express how I feel. Not only my brother, father figure and best friend when I needed. You've made me happy, sad and even sometimes, mad only because you wouldn't let me go outside and play with my friends until the house was cleaned! I remember one time, me and Matt decided to run away because you were trying to tell us what to do and we we got as far as the school because it started storming and we sat under the slide for shelter. Right now, I would give anything to hear you yelling at me again and telling me what to do or tell me a story about the old house, the east side house, Bucyrus...anything!!! I will ALWAYS love you James and I hope you're dancing and singing with Beth, Julie and everyone else in heaven!
Chelsea Older
May 9, 2018
James, I didn't make it to say one last goodbye to you! I'm going to miss you. You were my best friend's daddy and I am so lucky to have had you in my life. Please give Beth and all the doggies lots of love from me! You were a phenomenal man. I love you to the moon and back. Maureen, Daryl, and the rest of the family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tim & Mary Ellen Frontine
May 9, 2018
Our Condolences to your family and will keep you all in are prayers while you go threw this difficult time. Lot of Love Tim & Mary Ellen Frontine
melanie Myers
May 9, 2018
I have so many great memories of you two. My favorite one was when we came to your house and helped with Daryl's graduation and we set up watching Robin Williams. Every time i see that it makes me think of that night and how much fun we had. Maureen you have always been a woman I have looked up to, you are one of the strongest loving women I know you are a great woman. I love you both and will miss James greatly.
Lori Hauenstein Cousion
May 8, 2018
Maureen, I wish I was able to stop and pay respects, however I have a funeral for a dear friends father at the same time. I will be there in spirit. If you would like to message me on fb with your address, I would gladly like to send a donation for you to do with as you please. Thinking of you my friend.
Jessica Spaulding
May 8, 2018
Uncle James... I don't even know what to say, I love and miss you and always will, nothing will be the same without you. I'm glad you are at peace and make sure to give giant hugs to Beth, Noel and Isis from us! Aunt Maureen, I will forever admire your strength and courage through all of this, love you and Daryl forever
Henry Allen
May 8, 2018
Will all ways miss you James. Your a great guy. Will never forget you. R.I.P.
James with his car in better times.
Maureen Spaulding
May 8, 2018
My wonderful hubby and his second favorite toy.
Avis Fisher
May 8, 2018
Jim was one of the funniest men I know. I remember all the times at house of fabrics when Jim and some of the other boyfriends and husbands pitched in after hours. He was the life of the party. James and Maureen were I mean are a golden couple who were fated to be together. That will never change. Death doesn't change that. Jim is just in the next room waiting
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