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James Spruill Obituary
James Clifton Spruill, Sr. "Clif". With heavy hearts, the Spruill family regrets to announce the passing of our beloved Clif, 78, on April 21, 2021, at 9:15am. Clif was a resident of Canal Winchester, Ohio born in Calhoun City, Mississippi on October 3, 1942 to John B. Spruill and Maylene (Griffin) Spruill. Clif is survived by his wife of 41 years, Connie M Spruill; and his five children, Cliff Spruill, Jr. (Stephanie), Tina Lee (Eddie), Tiffeney Dilger (Mike), Heidi Short-Horne (Rob), Brandy Abrams; and his grandchildren, Josh (Charity), Jacob, Brody, Parker, Byron, Drew, Erin, Hunter, Leo; and great-granddaughter, Petra; brother, Johnny B. (Evelyn) Spruill; sisters, Patty (Chuck) Bagwell, Lois (Dennis) Kolb; nieces, Alena (Dino) Nobilucci, Jenny (James) Brown and Tracie (Heath) Mason; and nephews, Charlie (Jessica) Bagwell, Todd (Kamila) Bagwell; and many more loved ones unmentioned. He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Byron A., Larry W. Spruill. Clif was a Veteran of The US Navy-Seabees serving from 1961–1965 as well as a retired master mechanic and service manager of Cal's Wyandotte Shell in Whitehall, Ohio after 30 years of serving the public. Clif was our Superhero and MacGyver, and an enthusiast of gardening. He was frequently seen driving his Orange-Red 1955 Chevy Bel Air throughout Canal Winchester with his dog, Stella, propagating his infectious smile to all he encountered. Clif was a devoted husband, heroic father and grandad, and genuine friend to those who knew him. A Celebration of Life Memorial to remember Clif will be held on Friday, May 14 from 4-8pm, Dayspring Community Church, 3919 Brice Rd., Canal Winchester, OH. All are welcome. The family asks that, in leu of flowers, that donations be made on Clif's behalf to the Leukemia Research Foundation @ allbloodcancers.org
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Joann Young
May 11, 2021
He was a loving man and father to his children, I know that you will be missed by many because you touched so many hearts.
JOANN Young
JB
May 1, 2021
Cliff was my neighbor and friend for 17 years. He was a man who was selfless and always positive and willing to help anyone in need. He was a proud Navy veteran. He loved his family and being with friends. There was nothing he couldn't fix. I am honored to have known him as my friend. I look forward to seeing him in heaven again as I know that is where he resides now. God bless his family. Dolores, Corey and I will miss him.
Amanda
April 26, 2021
Sean and I want to tell you we're thinking of you and sending love. Clif was such a fun person to be around. In fact, I don't think I ever saw him without a smile on his face. Whether he was showing his car or just shooting the breeze, he made everyone around him feel more "tuned in" and "in the moment". I recall when my youngest son graduated and I brought him to Stradley Pavilion to play the school fight song...Clif was there, having just been to the Wigwam. He stood with us and cheered just as loudly. He truly was a treasure, and he will be greatly missed.
Terilyn Robison
April 26, 2021
So sorry for your loss,
Condolences from your family at the Canal WIGWAM
Jane Leach
April 25, 2021
Remember all the good and keep the close to your heart! Thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers. Jane & Larry Leach
Tina Lee
April 25, 2021
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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