Ralph Warren Spracklen

Ralph Warren Spracklen obituary, The Villages, FL

Ralph Warren Spracklen

Ralph Spracklen Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Banks/Page-Theus Funerals and Cremations on Jan. 23, 2026.
Ralph W. Spracklen, 92, of The Villages, FL, passed away on Janaury 21, 2026. Ralph was born on February 2, 1933 to his loving parents; Walter and Marjorie (Wiley) Spracklen.

Ralph was of the Methodist faith and had been a resident of Florida for about 28 years. Ralph was a proud Veteran of the United States Army. He retired as a real estate broker and was an avid golfer and a talented woodworker. He enjoyed building beautiful tables and bowls along with many other pieces.

Ralph was a simple and independent man. He was old fashioned and very organized. He will be missed by his family.

Ralph is survived by his daughters; Deborah Hough and Kathy Davis, as well as his grandchildren: Tucker Gerrick, Tyler Gerrick and Shannon Wright, as well as three precious great grandsons.

Ralph is preceded in passing by his beloved wife of over 60 years, Maria Spracklen, his parents, and a grandson, Brandon.

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