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James Sprowls Obituary
James Christopher Sprowls, 59, of Claysville, died on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at UPMC Montefiore.
He was born September 15, 1960 the son of the late Dick and Sally Campsey Sprowls.
He was a graduate of McGuffey High School and received a Bachelor's in Accounting from Robert Morris University. Chris was a self-employed appliance retailer for his family's business. He was involved with Faith in Action, a member of CLIMC, Indian Run Golf League, past President of the Claysville Business Association. He also enjoyed fishing, and his toy's (tractors, dirt bikes and vehicles).
He is survived by his two children son, D. Taylor Sprowls (Chelsea); and daughter Julie Sprowls. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Delaney and Cyrus Sprowls; his sister, Rebecca Sprowls Welsh; and brother, Nick Sprowls; his dog Brownie; and nieces and nephews.
At the request of the family all services will be private. Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Young Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc. 219 Main Street, Claysville, PA 15323 724-663-7373 www.youngfhinc.com
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for James Sprowls
Mike Johnson
June 2, 2023
Hello all,
Chris and I were roommates in college and great friends as well. Living in washpa, I visited the farm a lot, and I mean a LOT. Chris and I had so much fun there just always laughing, he had that huge smile. We were calling each other Steve all the time and enjoying the country life. Every time I think of him, I remember floating on rafts in the pond, and Chris calling out to me for a beer, which we kept in the water to stay "cold", hey Steve, grab me a warm one!
I've lived out of town for 40 years or so, and I always visited him when home. I am so sorry he is gone early. Bless every one of that is here visiting our old friend, I know he's here with us.
With love, Mike
Mike Johnson
December 28, 2022
Chris, my friend, I just heard about this. I'll miss you and can't believe your gone so soon. See you in the next life my friend.
Mike Johnson
Lori MacCartney Wharton
June 13, 2020
My deepest sympathies and prayers of strength for the entire Sprowls family!
I have many fond memories of Chris running, or riding our bikes all over Claysville when we were kids! Chris was one of the great ones! Soar with The Angels old friend!
Cassandra Plants Gray
June 12, 2020
My heart is saddened for his family. Please know you all are in my prayers that God gives you peace at this very difficult time. Love to you all , Cassandra.
Jim Ulery
June 11, 2020
Becky, Nick, and all of Chris' family,
We were so saddened to read of Chris passing. Please know you have been in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim & Mar Ulery
Virginia Wright
June 11, 2020
Im so very sorry for your familys loss. Please know you have my heartfelt sympathy. Many prayers for your family.
Jim and Mary Fordyce
June 10, 2020
Chris was my oldest and one of my best friends. He will be missed.
Our condolences to his family and friends.
Claysville Area Business Association
June 10, 2020
To the Sprowls Family,
Our deepest and sincere condolences on Chris's passing. We are thankful for his life and his many contributions to our community, including serving as President of the Claysville Business Association.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, and we ask that peace, comfort, and grace would be your portion during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Your Friends and the entire Membership of the
Claysville Area Business Association
Carol Sprowls
June 9, 2020
Becky and Nic you have my deepest and sincere sympathy and are in my thoughts and prayers. This is such a shock to me. Chris is now rejoined with his Parents Dick and Sally in Heaven. I always thought Chris had the smile that lit up his face and was always so darn cute. I think the last time I saw him was at Kennywood in 1971 for Band Day.
Picnics at Dick's farm was always a fun time for all. Becky, you were a good big Sister to both Nic and Chris. Nic, you are the handsome one and quiet, middle child Sprowls as myself. May you both find comfort that there will be a day when the five of you will be rejoined again. God bless you both.
John & carol logar
June 9, 2020
o to hear of your loss sending prayers on angels wings
Duff Fordyce & Family
June 8, 2020
Sorry for your loss . Prayers for your family.
The Wescott family
June 8, 2020
Im so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies to the Sprowls family.
Tim Pennybacket
June 8, 2020
I got to know Chris over the last 5 years calling on their store as the Ge rep. I enjoyed going to their families store and just talking and telling stories. I will miss Chris and it was an homor to call on his family store and get to know him as a friend. Thank you-my condolences to the family.
God Bless
Wendy Rusmisel Szallay
June 8, 2020
I have many fond memories of Chris when we were young. My sympathies to the all of the Sprowls family members. Chris will be missed.
Wendy Rusmisel Szallay
Erie, PA
Jim Hindman
June 8, 2020
I'm so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed doing business with Chris. He was a good and honest businessman.
Dennis Ingram
June 8, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Curt and Megan Gilliland and family
June 8, 2020
We are very sorry for your loss. Deepest condolences to the family.
Donna (Pryor) Dohanich
June 8, 2020
Sending condolences to the family. I am sorry to hear of your loss.
Ed and Jan Hersey
June 8, 2020
Becky and Nick, we are so sorry to hear about Chris. You have our deepest sympathy.
Bob Franks
June 8, 2020
Our condolences go out to the Sprowls family. Bob and Tessie Franks
Rachel Warner Welsh
June 8, 2020
My condolences to the family. He left us too soon. May he Rest In Peace.
Larry and myrta Litman
June 8, 2020
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