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XENIA — Richard Spracklen, 86, of Xenia, passed away Thursday, October 27, 2022, after a lengthy illness. He was born December 3, 1935, in Cedarville, Ohio, the son of Raymond and Edith (Ferguson) Spracklen. He was a lifelong Greene County Farmer, specializing in livestock and grain. He was a member of Greene County Farm Bureau where he was named Outstanding Young Farmer in 1968 and was inducted into the Agricultural Hall of Fame. He was a member and former President of the Ohio State Sheep Improvement Association, The Ohio Hampshire association and Ohio Wool Growers Associations. He was very involved in 4-H on the county and state level for over 30 years as well as founding the Winning Ways 4-H club. He served many years as a Sunday School teacher and Elder in his church. He was a graduate of Cedarville High School and was a member of Xenia United Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, Patty L. (Shuttleworth) Spracklen, whom he married, September 15, 1956, and four children Nancy L. (Edward) Tehan, Springfield, Mark (Nan) Spracklen, Cedarville, Jeff (Patricia) Spracklen, Xenia and Beth (Ron) Ciul, Mason. He has 7 grandchildren, Michael (Bonnie) Tehan, Matthew (Jen) Spracklen, Patrick (Melissa) Tehan, Curtis (Megan) Spracklen, Kyle (Brandi) Spracklen, Molly (Jon) Karch and Madison Brown, along with 20 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two brothers, several nieces and nephews, and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, and by an infant grandson, Bradley Spracklen. Richard will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Richard's great joys were being with his family, teasing his grandkids and telling stories. He loved working with the 4-H program and was well known for always lending a helping hand to his friends and neighbors. Visitation will be held from 5-8pm Wednesday at Neeld Funeral Home, 1276 N. Detroit St., Xenia. Services will be held at 10am, Thursday, November 3, at Xenia United Presbyterian Church, 343 W. Ankeney Mill Rd., Xenia, with Rev. Mike Wakeland officiating. Burial will be in North Cemetery, Cedarville. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Xenia United Presbyterian Church, or to Greene County 4-H, in his memory. Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com.
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Jim Thornburg
November 2, 2022
My deepest condolences on his passing. I am one of the Thornburg sons (Jim) that lived at Braeside acres on Jacoby rd. I remember Dick, Lamar and his dad Raymond from when I was growing up.
The Stormont Family-Hal,Sue,Dylan & Libbey
November 2, 2022
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deborah Channels-Wray
November 1, 2022
Spracklen Family, from the Clyde Channels Family: You all have our deepest condolences in your loss of Richard. He was a good friend to my Father Clyde & Brother Eric. Sending prayers, comfort and understanding. In Jesus´ name we pray, AMEN
Laura Baldwin Apgar
October 31, 2022
I am sorry to hear of Richard's passing, may comfort and memories of him, help you through it. I remember playing ball at there house when we kids. Such a fun time
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