George Spalt Obituary
George Spalt, 87, of Harwich Port and Tequesta, Fla., and formerly of Loudonville, N.Y., died peacefully surrounded by family on April 21, 2009, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born in Albany, N.Y., on Sept. 9, 1921, Mr. Spalt graduated from Christian Brothers Academy in Albany, attended Clarkson University, and graduated from New York Maritime Academy in 1945. He served in World War II as an officer in the Merchant Marines before returning home to start a career in real estate and development.
George was known for his zest for life and charismatic personality. His youthful outlook on life helped him develop several theme parks, including Adventureland in Newburyport, Cowboy Town in Plainville, and Storyland in Hyannis. He loved boats and the ocean, and spent summers with family on Cape Cod. He also served on the board of the Stone Horse Yacht Club and the Harwich Port Tennis Club, where he enjoyed many lifelong friendships.
George is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Marilyn; children Patty and Dick Hopple of New Canaan, Conn., James and Kristen Spalt of Barnstable, Sarah and Richard Muller of Royal Palm Beach, Fla., Peter and Kara Spalt of Harwich Port, and Jennifer and Jack Robbie of Norwell; 21 grandchildren; a great-grandchild; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Esther Koreman and Virginia O'Leary, and brother Charles. He will be greatly missed.
Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral Mass to be celebrated at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 25, at Holy Trinity Church, West Harwich.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to Alzheimer's Services of Cape Cod, 712 Main St., Hyannis, MA 02601.
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Joe Garrasi
July 9, 2024
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Daneen Hirbe
May 3, 2009
Dear Splat Family,
The friends and neighbors of Riverbend will truly miss George. George contributed to the Riverbend happiness in many ways.
Upon entering our gates you see the flying bird sculpture which George purchased and let us share in. He supported a newly formed art club and help maintain our dock on the Loxahatchee River. Most of all he was a wonderful friendly neighbor. It just won't be the same around here.
John Tuttle
April 24, 2009
Jim,Peter and family,
I am sorry to hear of your loss,may your memories bring you comfort.
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