Greensboro Area, North Carolina
GREENSBORO — Captain Timothy Spangler, USCG-R Ret., most beloved husband, father, son, brother, grandfather-to-be and friend, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2013 surrounded by his loving family.
Tim was born on February 12, 1956 in Greensboro, NC to Trudy and Harold Spangler. Tim graduated from Grimsley High School in 1974, the US Coast Guard Academy in 1978 and the University of Illinois in 1984 with a Masters Degree in Civil Engineering. Tim served on active duty in the US Coast Guard from 1978-1988 and was recalled to active duty in 2002. Tim retired from the US Coast Guard Reserve in 2004. Tim was a Senior Project Manager with HICAPS in Greensboro, NC.
Tim was an active member of Christ United Methodist Church where he served faithfully for many years. He enjoyed his role as a Confirmation Class Leader, Sunday School Teacher and especially loved going on the SC Mission Trip with the youth for over 10 years.
Tim is survived by his wife, Susan Galyon Spangler, his sons Ben Spangler and his wife Lindsey, Jacob Spangler and his wife Caitlin, and his daughter Elizabeth Spangler and Spencer Pulliam. He is also survived by his father, Dr. Harold B. Spangler and his siblings, Beth, David, Jane and Ann. He was preceded in death by his mother, Trudy Spangler.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 18th at Christ United Methodist Church at 3 p.m. His very close friend, The Reverend Susan Norman Vickers will preside. The family will receive friends after the service in the Fellowship Center and at home. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Christ United Methodist Church, 410 N. Holden Road, Greensboro, NC 27410 for the Youth SC Mission Trip or to the Crescent Rotary Club, 6007 Devoncourt Pl., Jamestown, NC 27282 of which Tim had been a faithful member for many years.
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Thanks for all of the remembrances and condolences of Tim. He left us almost 12 weeks ago yet it seems like last week. It is a comfort to hear from each one of you - thank you from the family!
November 01, 2013
I remember Tim from the Coast Guard Academy with fondness - a good guy who was friends with all. He will be missed by many. My prayers go out to his family.
Pat Cunningham CGA '78
September 08, 2013 | Houston, TX
My sincerest sympathies to the Spangler family. I am the Executive Director of Kids Voting-Guilford County. Tim was a dedicated Kids Voting Precinct Captain for many years through Cresent Rotary. I worked with him every year and always knew I could count on him. He served our organization and the children of Guilford County well. He will be missed. I hope you will find comfort in knowing how much we and others thought of Tim.
Diane Lowe
September 04, 2013 | Guilford County
Susan,
I extend my deepest heartfelt sympathies to you and each member of your family on your loss. Tim and I were roommates during our 4/C fall semester at the Coast Guard Academy in 1974. Tim drank his Dr. Pepper every evening because I think it prepared him for his grueling awakening at 5 AM to suit up and head down to the dock for crew practice. I never knew a roommate who spoke so fondly of his roots- for him in Greensboro, NC. That's why it never surprised me that the two of you...
Steve Ruta
September 02, 2013 | Eagan, MN
Susan, Ben, Jacob, and Elizabeth – I am very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Tim and our time as cadets at the Academy. He was always able to cheer us up and get us through the tough times. Although Tim and I lost touch with each other over the years, I followed his career and know he served his country with honor and distinction. Tim was a great man and will truly be missed.
Keith Comer
August 30, 2013 | East Sandwich, MA
Susan and family, so sorry to hear of Tim's passing. He was and remains a good friend and I am sure he is smiling down on on you all right now.
Jack Smith
August 27, 2013 | Reno, NV
It's been many years since I last saw Tim, but he and I were in the same Swap Summer Platoon at USCGA. I'll always remember his great sense of humor. He was a great leader and classmate. My thoughts and prayers are with those who loved him.
George Oehl
August 27, 2013 | Jacksonville, FL
Susan, Ben, Jacob, Elizabeth - so sorry for your loss. Tim was such a spiritual person that I know he's in a better place. I remember like yesterday how excited and downright goofy he was when Ben was born in Champaign. Susan, you and the kids are in our prayers.
Mark and Shelley Boe
August 27, 2013 | Harleysville, PA
I extend deepest sympathies to the family for the loss of a great man. I recall with fondness our time together as cadets at the Coast Guard Academy. Early on, Tim displayed the finest attributes of an officer and gentleman. May God bless and keep him. And may fond memories provide some measure of comfort to his beloved family and friends.
Manson Brown
August 27, 2013 | Washington, DC
