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Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home - Maumee

501 Conant St

Maumee, Ohio

Mary Spangler Obituary

SPANGLER

Mary Overholt

Mary Overholt Spangler passed away peacefully on October 29, 2015, at Otterbein Portage Valley at age 92. Born on May 3, 1923, to Clyde Lee and Mary Dashner Overholt in Covington, VA, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Albert T. Spangler and her dear sister, Shirley Clara Paben. It was Shirley who introduced Mary to Albert Spangler, who was stationed at the time with the U.S. Army in nearby White Sulphur Springs, VA. Mary and Al wed on June 8, 1946, and Al remained the love of her life for nearly 40 years, until his death in 1985. After their marriages, Mary and Shirley both settled in the Toledo area and enjoyed a special closeness and many wonderful memories with one another's families.

In marrying Al, Mary became a part of the large extended family of the Spangler Candy Company, several of whom lived nearby in Maumee for many years. Mary was always a champion of Dums Dums and the Company, and was so very proud to be a part of that family legacy. She enjoyed sharing Spangler candy with her friends, and loved taking people on tours of the factory in Bryan, OH. It seems she was almost destined to become a Spangler and had the requisite sweet tooth, as after high school she worked at Fishman's Five and Dime in Covington at the candy counter! She and Al enjoyed many wonderful family gatherings in both Maumee and Bryan, as well as at the family cottage at Clear Lake, IN.

A devout Christian, Mary read her Bible daily and was an inspiring example of putting her Christianity into action. A lifelong member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Maumee, she was an active and devoted servant in many capacities, and was thrilled to once travel to the Holy Land. For several years she conducted the church nursery program from her basement and led Girl Scout and Cub Scout troops. She and Al also took in several foster children, always looking to give beyond themselves. Mary also served on the Altar Guild and Women's Auxiliary for many years, and was an elected delegate to the church's annual diocesan convention for several years as President of the Women's Ecumenical Council. But perhaps her favorite service was that of running various departments for the church's annual rummage sales, which she enjoyed doing up to her 90th birthday!

Granting all this, it was Mary's unbridled joy of living that will remain her greatest legacy. She was both magnanimous and humble, always taking a loving pride in what she had and sharing generously with others, particularly reaching out to those in sickness, sorrow, or need of any kind. She deeply loved her Maumee community and neighborhood, her home and gardens, and mostly her extended family, her church friends, and neighbors. She had a gleeful love of children, being honored as godparent to several and "Grandma Mary" to many. Her zest for living and trying new things was joyful - like going on a motorcycle ride with her son in her mid-eighties! And, if you were an acquaintance of hers, you were a treasured friend. As one of her friends so aptly stated, "Mary, you epitomize 'Love they neighbor'..." Always a smile, always something kind or nice to say, and a genuine love for each person, every day - this was her magic we will miss, but that will live on in all those who knew her.

The family would like to thank all those who were a part of Mary's life, as you were truly her joy. Special thanks to the wonderful staff and caretakers at Otterbein Portage Valley for making her home there so warm and special, and for their unending compassion and kindness. We are also grateful for the devoted care and professional care recently received from the nursing staffs at Gentiva Hospice and Right At Home Perrysburg.

She is survived by her three children, James, Becki (Peyton Bland), and Stephen (Cindy), and by grandchildren, James, Amy, Stephanie, Thomas, Dawn, and Lindsey, as well as four great-grandchildren, Naia, Sarah, Olivia and Maren.

Visitation will be Sunday, November 1, 2015, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, 501 Conant St., Maumee. The Celebration of Life service will be Monday, November 2, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 310 Elizabeth St., Maumee. The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to St. Paul's Episcopal Church. Online condolences may be shared with the family at

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Published by The Blade on Oct. 30, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Spangler

20 Entries

Sharon Barnes

October 24, 2019

Mary was a dear friend and a fabulous neighbor. My other neighbor, Tamera, and I regularly reminisce about her loving and fun spirit, and the many delightful hours we spent working in all of our gardens with her. She frequently wore us out!! She used to ask to borrow my 2 story ladder to clean her gutters, and would fuss when I refused and volunteered to do hers. She'd always then volunteer to do mine! We speak of her often and miss her still, very much. Thanks to Becky and Peyton for helping her stay in her home for so long, so she could continue to garden, walk to church, and enjoy our neighborhood. Our "Alley Beautification Project" hasn't looked as good as when she was around to tend to it, and I most certainly miss her raspberries, but not as much as I miss her.
In gratitude,
Sharon

JoAnna Umlauf

November 11, 2015

I have many fond memories of Mary, dating back to 1956, when I first became a member of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Maumee. My mother, Alice Spaulding, considered Mary a dear friend. She was an angel on earth. She will be missed!!

Jeffrey Earle

November 3, 2015

Steve and Cindy, Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences. Always, Jeff Earle

Mary in her cottage garden

Beth Toerne

November 2, 2015

To Becki and Steve and family- So many wonderful memories of your mother! Her beautiful garden every year and the pride she took in tending it, her grabbing a spade and helping me dig up peonies for my own garden in California when she was in her eighties, her helping us bake apple pies when we were young so we could make money in the neighborhood, her sweet southern drawl that never quite left her. My thoughts are with you at this sad time. May you find joy in all of your memories of the wonderfully giving and joyful life that she led. Love, Beth

Kim (Huffman) Biddle

November 1, 2015

Dear Spangler family,
My sincere apologies for not being able to come and pay my respects to all. Mrs. Spangler was probably one of the most beloved people on this planet, loved and respected by so many people. I have very special memories of her that I will forever hold dear and such a special woman to all the Huffmans!! Rest assured you can be proud of the faithful servant and as she met our maker, I know He looked at her and said, "Job well done". Heaven gained a beautiful angel!! Thank you for sharing her with all of us. My prayers to all of you for comfort.

November 1, 2015

I became friends with Mary through my late husband, Ted Young, whom Mary was very good friends with his Mom. My prayers are with the family, and I am so glad I was able to spend time with Mary - she was a very wise lady.

Frances Young
Mechanicsville VA

Susan Hrabak

November 1, 2015

I met Mary through St. Paul's rummage sale. She was such a genuinely sweet and kind lady. Mary Spangler "sparkled" !

Suzanne D'Ettorre

October 31, 2015

Some of my best memories and friends of Clear Lake was Mary and your family. My sympathy to all of you.

Chris and Tim Ziegler

October 31, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mary was such a sweet Clear Lake neighbor and was quite often digging in her flower beds. Sympathy to Becky, Jim and Steve from the Eicher Family.

October 31, 2015

We were lucky enough to have Mary and family as neighbors for over 50 years. S he was a class act indeed, a leader at church, and a neighborhood pillar of strength in crunch times. We'll miss her!
Bruce and Joan Hankins
Pemberville,
Ohio

October 31, 2015

Dear Jim, Becki, and Steve,
Your mom sure was sweet. I remember walking down the shore from our cottage to Shanks, your mom always had a cherry hello for all us kids. Those were the days. We all felt blessed to have the Spanglers in our lives while we were growing up. Peace be with you and your families.
Molly Shank

October 31, 2015

Becki and Steve, Your mom always let me play basketball after school. She would even bring me something to drink. She always was concerned when our family had health issues. She truly made me feel special. So man fond memories of her. God Bless you all in this time.
Pat Wagener

October 31, 2015

My sister Sharon Barnes was a neighbor of Mary's. Both my sister Cheryl and I always looked forward to seeing Mary when we visited with Sharon in Maumee. She was a truly special person. I will always remember a chilly night we sat around a bonfire at my sister's and chatted and sang until pretty late and Mary was reluctant to leave and go home. Her glass was always more than half full."..I can imagine her getting to heaven and saying..."...well isn't this NICE? ...aren't we so LUCKY to be here?" Sorry for your loss.
Sincerely,
Kathy Abell
Chicago IL

Patty Shank

October 31, 2015

Dear Becki and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. I always remembered your mom at ClearLake as being very upbeat, friendly and happy. Please know that you all are in my thoughts.

Harriet Warnock-Graham

October 30, 2015

This woman loved the daylights out of St. Paul's kids and other children as well. She was part of a generation of St. Paul's women who mentored the entire congregation with great humor, delight, and intelligence. See you at the great rummage sale in the sky, lovely lady! Bon Voyage.

Sue Donaldson

October 30, 2015

Becki, Steve, and Family,
I'm so glad I was able to get to know Mary for just a short period of time while she was in Rehab. And Nursing at Otterbein. What a beautiful lady inside and out. And I will always think of her when we visit the Spangler Candy Factory with our grandsons again.
I'm keeping all of you in my prayers.
Sue Donaldson ( daughter of Kathleen Coffman who resides in Nursing at Otterbein)

Maureen Meyer

October 30, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to Miss Mary's family. We truly enjoyed living next door to Miss Mary in Maumee, and our children have very fond memories of shoveling her driveway to then build snow forts in her yard, and all the treats she shared with them. She was a wonderful person!

Kate Juhasz

October 30, 2015

Just a sweetheart. I always enjoyed her company when she would help clean up with me after Sunday coffee hour.

October 30, 2015

Dear members of Mary's family, I knew Mary through our TMA Gallery Group. Mary was always charming, caring and delightful to be with. When I'd talk with her on the phone about our next tour, she and I enjoyed a lengthy, wonderful chat. I offer you my sincere condolences; the world is a kinder,gentler place because Mary was here. Her memory lives on in all of the people whose lives she touched. paulette Dewey

October 30, 2015

My sincere condolences to the family of Mrs. Spangler. She used to babysit me as a child, and I remember her at church every time I was there, she would greet my mother and I with a warm smile and hug. My mother and her were dear friends, and after my mom passed, I connected with her at church over some green tomatoe relish she'd make, which I donated many green tomatoes for! Bless her for being so wonderful! She will be missed.

Ann Cubbedge

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