John G. Spugnardi

John G. Spugnardi obituary, Lewiston, ME

John G. Spugnardi

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John Spugnardi Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Albert & Burpee Funeral & Cremation Services on Sep. 30, 2025.

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John George Spugnardi, 90 passed away at the Hospice House in Auburn on September 27, 2025. John was born on September 14, 1935 to Edna (Beaulieu) and Emile Spugnardi in Lewiston.

John grew up in the Lewiston area and attended local schools. After high school he enlisted in the Air Force and proudly served his country. Upon discharge he returned to Lewiston.

On September 2, 1961 he married Elizabeth (Betty) LaBrie in Auburn. They shared 64 wonderful years together. Living in Lewiston and then in 1972 moving to Turner where they raised their two sons. John was employed by Sanborn's Express and APA Transport until his retirement. John loved to fish and hunt, and gardening. He spent a lot of time with his sons and his family.

His family will be forever grateful for the compassionate care and dignity shown by everyone at Andwell Hospice, especially his Hospice nurse Summer Warren.

Besides his parents, John was pre-deceased by his two brothers, Paul and George and his sister, Angelina Pruyn.

He leaves behind his wife, Betty of Turner, his two sons, Jere and his wife Elaine of Livermore and Michael of Turner. Grandson Jacob of Turner, Tyler of Livermore and granddaughter, Kylee of Turner and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. followed by a Liturgy of the Word Service at 11 a.m. also at the funeral home. Committal prayers will take place at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Andwell Hospice, 15 Strawberry Ave, Lewiston, ME 04240

Arrangements are under the care of Albert & Burpee Funeral Home & Cremation Services 253 Pine St. Lewiston where condolences and fond memories may be shared at www.albert-burpee.com

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Albert & Burpee Funeral Home and Cremation Services

253 Pine Street, Lewiston, ME 04240

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11:00 a.m.

Albert & Burpee Funeral Home and Cremation Services

253 Pine Street, Lewiston, ME 04240

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