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James Spence Obituary

SPENCE, James Edward, USCG, 70, of Tampa, FL (originally Thompson, Ohio) passed away on September 29, 2022. Devoted husband, father, brother, and friend. He was the son of Gerald LeRoy Spence and Ruth Anna (McDougall) Spence, both of whom preceded him in death. Jim's brother, John Grover Spence (Lauryl) also preceded him in death. To be buried at the Florida National Cemetery. Cremations of Greater Tampa Bay.

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Published by News-Herald from Nov. 1 to Nov. 2, 2022.

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Diane

December 30, 2022

Mary, Kelly and Ryan

Our deepest condolences on Jim´s passing. We have many fond memories of Coach Spence and our friend. May he rest in peace. Hugs to all! The Kalafuts

Etta Green

November 3, 2022

I am so sorry to hear that Jim is no longer with us. He and Ed had wonderful times together and are now reunited for some more good times in God's love. I even got to play some great Bridge games with them. My sincere sympathy, Mary.
Etta Green

Paul Ljunggren

November 1, 2022

I was saddened to recently hear of Jim's passing and would like to send along my sincere condolences to Jim's wife, Mary, his children and grandchildren.
I was stationed in the 13th Coast Guard District while he was assigned to the USCGC Munro and we shared a house along with Jim Van Sice in the Magnolia section of Seattle. I have several fond memories from that time which include skiing in the Cascades and camping on the Olympic Peninsula.
Heartfelt condolences for your loss-
Paul Ljunggren

The Bryant Family

October 30, 2022

November 2015

Kathy Farrell

October 29, 2022

This is my favorite memory of Jim. My condolences to Mary and to the rest of Jim´s family. He was a wonderful friend.

Post Members of VFW Post 7721 Naples, Florida

October 29, 2022

The VFW Post #7721 Members and Auxiliary Members in Naples, Florida, hereby salute and recognize Jim Spence for serving God and his country by becoming a United States Soldier. We honor his memory and valiant service to our great Nation. Please accept our heartfelt sentiments as a token of our esteem and admiration of his duty. honor to country, and sacrifice for this great nation. His tour of duty is now over, and he takes his place in the scared hall of soldiers granted eternal rest.

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Celebration of Life

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Heritage Isles Golf Club

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Interment

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Florida National Cemetery

Bushnell, FL

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110 N Macdill, Tampa, FL 33609

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