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Max Spangler Obituary
ASHVILLE: Max A. Spangler, 77, of Ashville, died July 18, 2012 at his residence.
He was born November 3, 1934 in Circleville, the son of Russell and Helen (Barr) Spangler. He was retired from E.I. Dupont with 35 years of service. His passion was farming and he had a love of Belgium Draft Horses. He loved spending time with family, especially grandchildren and was an avid Buckeyes Fan.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Nancy (Neff) Spangler; brothers, Marvin and Russell, Jr.; and sister, Jeannette Martin.
He is survived by his children, Gayla (Robert Starkey) Fisher of Middlebourne, WV, Brad (Ronda Walker) Spangler of Lancaster, Brenda (Steve) Paul of Circleville and Bret (Beth) Spangler of Topeka, KS; nine grandchildren, James C. Barkwill, Julie Howard, Staci Spangler, Kaleigh and Zach Frazier, Laura Cochran, Hayden, Marissa and Megan Spangler; five great grandchildren; brother, Walt (Annabel) Spangler of Ashville; sisters, Olive Neff and Doris (Harvey) Seitz of Ashville; and other family and close friends.
Funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday July 23, 2012 at the Wellman Funeral Home, Circleville. Burial will be in Reber Hill Cemetery. Friends may call from 2-7 p.m. Sunday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society.
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Connie Dillon
July 16, 2022
He has been truly missed!! He was a good man. Miss him everyday.
August 5, 2012
To the family of Max Spangler - No words can describe the loss that you are feeling at this time. I couldn't believe when I heard the news about Max. He has been part of our Heartland Family for many years - There isn't a parade that goes by - that Max has not proudly represented us and guided the horse and wagon through the parade. The last parade, he brought the foal with him - oh my, how cute! We will so miss him - what a great man! May your memories always help you through the tough times. Donna Holycross - Heartland Bank
July 27, 2012
Dear Family,
We just found out today about your fathers passing. Our hearts go out to all of you. Max was such a wonderful man and the love and passion he had for his horses was unmeasurable. He will truly be missed by all of us.
Take Care,
Dr. Barry Carter and the entire staff at Firethorn Equine.
Sarah Dawson
July 25, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of showing horses with Max.
Connie Dillon
July 21, 2012
Max is the best neighbor in the world. My 2 grandaughters have to go visit Max and the horses everytime they visit. Max let Mackenzie name one of the newest colts which made her day. Max will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Kenny & Connie Dillon
Billie Hutson
July 20, 2012
Gayla and Bob, So sorry to hear about your dad. Thinking of you Gayla, cherish the times you spent together forever. Sincerely, Billie and Doug
Karen Clark
July 19, 2012
Dear Brenda and Family, so sorry to hear the news of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Take care
Laura Rader Timm
July 19, 2012
So many years of wonderful memories of playing on the farm, chasing Bigfoot through the woods and skipping rocks on the creek with Stu and Bret every Summer. Uncle Max, you will be missed beyond words. We love you with all of our hearts! Blessings of peace, hugs and prayers of comfort to the family!
God bless
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