Lorain, Ohio
Feb 13, 1929 – Oct 29, 2017
Richard G. Spohn, 88, of Lorain, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017 in VA Wade Park Medical Center, Cleveland following a brief illness.
He was born Feb 13, 1929 in Cleveland to George and Justine (née Gurnick) Spohn.
Richard came to Lorain in 1953. He retired as manager from J and B Discount Store in Elyria. He worked there for 25 years. Richard also worked for Fruehauf Trailer Co. in Avon Lake for 25 years until their closing.
Richard served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War. He was a member of St. Frances Cabrini Parish, Lorain. He enjoyed fishing and carpentry.
He will be dearly missed by his daughters, Deborah (Richard) Bluemel of Berea, Rebecca Fries and Katherine Balzer both of Lorain; son, Richard H. Spohn (Deb Alabese) of North Olmsted; sister Agnes Hiller of Parma Heights; 6 grandsons and 2 great granddaughters and many nieces and nephews.
Other than his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his wife Olga (née Telep) Spohn; brothers George, James and Bernard Spohn and a sister Jeanette Ornsby.
His family will receive friends Thursday, November 2 from 4 to 8 p.m. in the Richard J. Reidy Funeral Home, 1783 East 31st Street, South Lorain. Closing prayers will be Friday 9:30 a.m. in the funeral home, then 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be in St. Frances Cabrini Parish Church, 2143 Homewood Dr (at Grove Ave. Rt. 57), Lorain. Rev. Father Donald Dunson, Pastor of St. Vincent DePaul Church in Elyria will officiate. Burial will follow Calvary Cemetery, Lorain with Military Honors by AMVETS Post 32 Elyria.
Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Frances Endowment Fund, 2143 Homewood Dr, Lorain, OH, 44055.
For further information and to sign the online register book, see Reidyfuneral.com
Losing a loved one is never easy. But our God promises to give the strenght and courage you'll need to endure, and to cope with the pain of your loss. He also promises to hold your hand every step of the way.(Isaiah 40:29, 41:10,13)
Jewel
October 26, 2018
Uncle Dick was my godfather. Watching him and his sister, my mother, was so delightful. Seeing their picture on my mother's dresser always brings a smile to my face.
As we grieve his loss, we celebrate not only what he gave us, but what he brought out of us. We want to share those gifts. Being a part of his family, and seeing them continue to have his enthusiasm encourages us to become our full selves. According to Francis of Assisi, joy is THE mark of (w)holiness, and he had it!!...
Jerry Hiller
November 21, 2017 | Chicago, IL | Family
Rick,Just heard that your dad passe. So sorry to hear this. I know your father from J and B's he was a very knowledgeable guy. Our prayers are to you and your family.
Jim Pollack
Jim Pollack
November 03, 2017 | Elyria
Rick,
I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My sympathies to your whole family.
Chris Donat Morse
Christine Morse
November 03, 2017 | Medina, OH
My condolences to the family. Great Uncle's prior service to our nation continues to inspire and guide the way for all both in and out of the military. You will be missed and will never be forgotten.
Shaun Krall
November 02, 2017 | Norfolk, VA
Rick,
So sorry to see the passing of your Father. May his memory be eternal.
Nadine Burich-Donat
November 02, 2017 | West Hills, CA
My condolence to Kathy @ Rick and Family
F.Pete Contreras
November 02, 2017 | Lorain, OH
I am for the loss. My grandmother (Agnes Hiller) Talks about him all the time.
Kevin
Krall
November 01, 2017
My heartfelt condolences go out to Rick, Kathy, Jack and the entire Spohn family on the passing of your beloved father/grandfather. May the cherished memories of him help you as you grieve his loss.
Wilda Burgos
November 01, 2017