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Thomas C. "Tom" Spangler

1940 - 2018

Thomas C. "Tom" Spangler obituary, 1940-2018, Charlotte, NC

BORN

1940

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard

Charlotte, North Carolina

Thomas Spangler Obituary

Thomas Clark Spangler "Tom" passed away on June 18 in his home in Charlotte. Born in Vivian, WV on September 22, 1940, Tom was a son of the late Conrad Theodore Spangler and Vivian Bivens Spangler. Survived by his wife of 54 years, Maxine Rumpf Spangler of Charlotte, daughter Amy Spangler Gerald (Greg) of Waco, TX, daughter Andrea Spangler Eckardt (Ian) of Charlotte, grandchildren Abigail Marie Gerald, Joshua Thomas Gerald, Emery Leigh Eckardt, Josephine Grace Eckardt. He was preceded in death by his brother Conrad Theodore Spangler, Jr and sister Dorothy Puskar of WV and sister Carolyn Eccles of Mt. Holly. Known for his ready smile and quick wit, Mr. Spangler charmed people wherever he went. He was fond of storytelling and good scotch. Lifelong, active member of the Presbyterian Church. Celebration of life to be held at Hankins & Whittington funeral home, 1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte NC 28203 on Saturday, June 23 at 11am. The family will receive friends thirty minutes prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Levine Cancer Center at www.givecarolinas.org/get-involved/donate/.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Jun. 22, 2018.

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July 30, 2018

I am sorry for your loss of Tommy, my friend whom I have always respected and loved since we were children. Since I was named after his sister, I felt like a little sister. He was an intelligent, witty, and kind man.

Ken Viar

June 22, 2018

My deepest sympathies to Maxine and family. I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Tom since 1969, as a matter of fact he took (rightfully so) a job I applied for with Foremost Ins. Co. He was far more qualified than I was. He was my friend & we enjoyed many fun times together. He will not be forgotten!
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June 22, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in knowing the promises of our loving and caring God and his son Jesus Christ.(Jn.5:28-29)

Kathryn Lairson

June 22, 2018

My deepest condolences to Maxine, Amy & Andrea. Tom was one of a kind and not only an employer but a friend. His sense of humor and big heart were my fondest memories.

Carolyn Donchatz

June 21, 2018

I have known and admired Tommy all of my life since his mother made him teach me how to play croquet when I was four. We were at a Presbyterian picnic. A gentleman and an intelligent friend.

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23

Visitation

10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203

Jun

23

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Hankins & Whittington Funeral Home

1111 East Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28203

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