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Scott Spalding Obituary

Scott A. Spalding April 28, 1992 - April 22, 2013 Woodstock - Scott A. Spalding, 20, of Woodstock, CT, died Monday, April 22, 2013 at his home. He spent over six years living life to its fullest as he courageously lived with cancer. Scott was born April 28, 1992 in Putnam, son of Annette Martel of Woodstock and Wayne Spalding of Woodstock. He also leaves his stepmother Eva Spalding and stepfather Roger Martel, his brother Kyle Spalding and his wife Emily of Woodstock, stepbrother Daniel Boylan of Danielson, grandparents Alfred and Gloria Tremblay of Woodstock, and many aunts, uncles, cousins and of course Bandit. Scott was a 2010 graduate of the Woodstock Academy and later attended Quinebaug Valley Community College. He loved his friends, soccer and any activity that life offered him. Calling Hours Thursday, April 25, 2013 from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Smith and Walker Funeral Home, 148 Grove Street, Putnam, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Friday, April 26, 2013 at 11:00 AM in St. Mary Church of the Visitation, 218 Providence Street, Putnam, CT, meeting directly at the church. Burial in Quasset Cemetery in Woodstock. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his memory to the Sunshine Kids, 146 Wyllys Street, Suite 2-210, Hartford, CT 06106. www.sunshinekids.org/ donate To share a memory with his family "Light a Candle" at www.smithandwalkerfh.com

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Published by Norwich Bulletin on Apr. 24, 2013.

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Judy Haines

April 18, 2025

He was always so much fun to be around!

Art O

April 20, 2022

I truly miss you my friend. Every time I give a Lego to a patient or buy one for myself, I think of you.

Judy Haines

April 20, 2020

Well Scotty, it has been 7 years and I still think of you and all the fun you had at our store
And the cottage. You will always be missed. Big hugs!! Love, Judy

April 28, 2013

Annette,
Sending prayers to you and your family.
I am so deeply sorry for your loss.
~Judy Beahan

Moira Hannon

April 27, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. Scott is the kind of person I want my children to be.

dan & millie gomes

April 27, 2013

Thoughts & prayers are with you Annette

April 26, 2013

Keeping all the members of Scott's family in our thoughts and prayers. With deep sympathy, Mary & Don Dudley and Gabe Ross.

Morrow Family

April 25, 2013

Scott will live on through the wonderful group of friends he had. Words can't express our sorrow.

Donna Healy

April 25, 2013

I'm proud to call you my friend. I enjoyed our endless conversations, and your sense of humor. You were an exceptional human being, may everyone follow your example. You will always be in my heart. May you Rest In Peace now.

April 25, 2013

Scott was remarkable person; always kind. He will be missed by many and remembered by all! God Bless Scott and his family!

Bill Army

April 25, 2013

Scott, be at peace with the Lord.

Stephany (Smith) Dubina

April 25, 2013

The Smith Family expresses our deepest sympathy for your loss. May Scott rest in peace and his enduring courage and strength be with you family.

April 25, 2013

Annette,

My deepest sympathy to all of you! Scott was the bravest young man I know. Know that he is STILL RIGHT HERE, right by your side, only now as your guardian angel in heaven. We are all keeping you in our prayers.

love, Carolyn Laconto

Walter & Lynette Swanson

April 25, 2013

Wayne & family so sorry for your loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

JoAnn

April 25, 2013

With sympathy to Scotts family. He was a brave young man.
Scott, may you find peace and comfort. Rest well

Herm & Diane Barlow

April 25, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and your family.

April 25, 2013

"Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our loved ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy". Unknown

Annette and Roger, I am deeply sorry to
hear about your son. Lynn spoke so highly and with much love about Scott.

Lisa Fiedler PES

Dan McGinley

April 25, 2013

Everything I can think of seems to fall short of expressing my feelings, of this brave fighter who would never quit and brought so much light to this world. My heart goes out to you all.

Barbara Child

April 24, 2013

I was so sorry to hear Scott lost his battle with cancer. His grandmother, Avis, was his biggest cheerleader and hoped with all her heart that Scott would recover. She is with him now. God bless all of Scott's wonderful family and friends at this time.

Barbara Child

April 24, 2013

Mrs. Martel,

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Love,
Izzy, Lena, Josh, Anna, & Jeff Porter

Tracy Johnson

April 24, 2013

My prayers r with u

Ted and Sandy Hebert

April 24, 2013

Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the Spalding family. The most heartbreaking thing in life is to lose your child. Please know that we are thinking of you.

Donna and Kelli O'Brien

April 24, 2013

Many thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

Ray & Flo Huot

April 24, 2013

Scott brought a ray of sunshine with him wherever he went. The impressions he made will never be forgotten.

April 24, 2013

Prayers and thoughts to the family. Scott will be greatly missed! May you cherish the beautiful memories.
Heather Livingston

Chris Mayhew

April 24, 2013

God seems to take the good ones too early. Scott was an inspiration to us all, and taught us how to live life to the fullest.

April 24, 2013

love you all :(

April 24, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. He has been a true fighter and great inspiration to all of us that were blessed to know him. My deepest sympathy Annette and Gloria and your whole family. I am shedding tears xoxo
Kathy Wood

Art O.

April 24, 2013

My dear Friend, you always made my day brighter when you came in. It was a privelege to have been part of your care. I will miss you and your courage.

Judy Haines

April 24, 2013

Greatly missed

Gigi Farrah

April 24, 2013

Dearest Scott,
Your bright smile, your shining spirit and joyful heart will never be forgotten. You will remain an inspiration to everyone who had the privilege to know you. Rest in peace sweet boy......

Annette Martel

April 24, 2013

Sweet dreams little man. If wings are made out of love, you must have the biggest wings. We love you, Mom and Roger

Mom

April 24, 2013

Sweet dreams little man, you earned your wings!

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