Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Donald Spradling Obituary
Spradling, passed peacefully from this life into the presence of God on June 4, 2013 at his home in Pasadena, Texas, surrounded by his family. Don was born May 6, 1944 in Houston, Texas. He is survived by his wife of 41 blessed years, Sylvia Estes Spradling.
He is also survived by his son, Kevin Spradling, his daughter, Kristin Lively and son-in-law, Andy Lively, his grandchildren, Savannah, Megan, Emma, Samuel, and Abigail Lively, and his sister, Hazel Fairchild, in laws, and many nieces and nephews. Don was preceded in death by his daughter, Karina Spradling, his parents Howard and Beatrice Spradling, his brother, Robert Spradling, and sister, Donna Jean Spradling.
Don, Sylvia and Kevin founded Huwelco, which manufactures pipeline fittings. Don was a faithful member of Watters Road Church of Christ. He was loved by many and will be missed by all. A Celebration of Don's Life will be held Saturday, June 8, 2013 at noon at Watters Road Church of Christ, 3616 Watters Rd in Pasadena, Texas 77504. A private family burial will be at Forest Park Lawndale at a later date. In lieu of usual remembrances, please make donations to the Houston Area Parkinson Society at 2700 Southwest Freeway, Suite 296, Houston, Texas 77098.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Donald Spradling
6 Entries
Emma Lively
November 19, 2013
Papa was the best grandpa that God ever made!
Jim Walker
June 19, 2013
Sylvia, you were Don's Greatest Asset for those 41 years. I will miss him as my Best Friend. My prayers are with you and your family for your loss.
Nancy Stover
June 16, 2013
We love don and will greatly miss his wonderful spirit
Max Daniel
June 12, 2013
Sorry for your loss. I went to school with Donald from South Shaver Elementary to Southmore Junior High to Pasadena High School.
Lana Canada
June 7, 2013
Mr. Spradling was a wonderfully kind & loving man with a robust love for life. He will be greatly missed. Our family's thoughts & prayers are with you.
DR. LEVY AND STAFF
June 6, 2013
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Donald Spradling's name
Memorial Events
for Donald Spradling
Funeral services provided by:
Forest Park Lawndale Funeral Home & Forest Park Lawndale6900 Lawndale Street, Houston, TX 77023
How to support Donald's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Donald Spradling's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
