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Rober Spainhour Obituary
Fuquay-Varina
Rober McKinley "Papa" Spainhour, 92, died at home on Sunday, September 30, 2012 surrounded by his family following a lengthy illness. Funeral services will be conducted on Wednesday, October 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at the Fuquay-Varina Baptist Church, 301 N. Woodrow Street, Fuquay-Varina. Interment, with military honors, will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens on NC 55 North of Fuquay-Varina.
He was born in Stokes County and moved to Buies Creek at a young age with his family. He served in the US Army during World War II and moved to the Fuquay-Varina area following his discharge where he spent the remainder of his life. He was a tobacco farmer and later built a career as an expert carpenter. During his career he built many homes and completed many remodels for his family, friends, neighbors and strangers, many of whom would become lifelong friends. He worked hard until his health prevented him from working in his early eighties. He lived a life that set an example of how everyone should live in order to make this country a better place.
He was preceded in death by his wife of seventy years, Fannie Belle "Granny" Spainhour in April of this year as well as his parents, Bill and Anna Spainhour; a brother, Allen Spainhour and a sister, Ruby Matthews.
He is survived by sons, Mack and wife Kelly of Holly Springs, Tony and wife Wendy of Holly Springs and daughter, Lucille Haddock and husband Chris of Fuquay-Varina; sister, Dorothy Holland of Angier; sister-in-law, Ausilee Spainhour of Mamers; five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren also survive.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at Thomas Funeral Home, 401 N. Ennis Street, Fuquay-Varina and other times at his residence, 3209 James Slaughter Road, Fuquay-Varina.
Donations in his honor may be made to United Hospice, 301 S. Church Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or the Fuquay-Varina Baptist Church, 301 N. Woodrow Street, Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
The family would like to thank the staff of United Hospice and also his caregiver of several years, Natalie Daniels for their devotion and service. They would also like to thank members of the Holly Springs Fire Department and EMS for the numerous times they have responded to his calls for assistance.
Arrangements by Thomas Funeral, Fuquay-Varina. Online condolences may be made at www.thomasfuneral.com.
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Ronnie and Rose Hearn
October 4, 2012
We are sad about the passing of your father. You and your family are in our prayers.
Doug and Bonnie Dickerson
October 3, 2012
Tony and Wendy, Doug and I are saddened by your loss. We will keep you in our prayers.
Terri Mcbroom
October 3, 2012
Mr Spainhour is home with our Lord and will have no more pain. His children are wonderful and knowing all that was done for him all those years by each one of you, must give you peace and joy. Your Mom & Dad loved you and your families dearly. Love Terri
Terri Mbroom
October 3, 2012
Mr Spainhour & your wonderful children, You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this difficult time. Love Terri
October 3, 2012
Sorry of hear about your dad, he was a fine fellow, a gentle soul who I know will be greatly missed. You are in our prayers, Tracy and Roy Barnes
stephanie nugent
October 3, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
October 2, 2012
Shane,Brian,Lucille,Chris,Mack,Tony and other family members,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your father, grandfather and friend. His life was one to celebrate.
Chuck and Meredith Perry
October 2, 2012
Tony & Wendy: So sorry about the loss of your loved one. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with you. Take care.
Peggy Carson
October 1, 2012
So sorry about Rober's passing. He will be missed by many.
Chuck & Rene
Betty West
October 1, 2012
WHAT A BLESSED LIFE ROBER AND BELLE LIVED. CLEARLY, THEIR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN ARE A TESTAMENT TO THE EXAMPLE THEY DISPLAYED.
LOVE AND PEACE TO EACH OF YOU.
(Betty) Jane Carden Tago
October 1, 2012
Sad to hear of the passing of Mr. Spainhour. God be with the family at this time.
October 1, 2012
We are so so sorry to hear about your loss. May he rest in Peace.
Wayne & Sharon Oakley
October 1, 2012
Tony & Wendy, October 1, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. Praise God that you enjoyed Pappa and Grammie for so many yrs, God bless, Coy&Cindy
Joyce Southerland
October 1, 2012
So sorry about the passing of your dear Father. He is at home with our Lord and Savior. He is with his beloved Fannie again. I pray that God will give you peace.
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