Name: Calling hours for Joseph F. Spollen
Start: 2014-02-01T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-02-02T03:45:00.000Z
Location: Calvary Bible Church

JOSEPH F. SPOLLEN, 58, OF PHOENIXVILLE Joseph F. Spollen passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 25, 2014, at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, PA. He was 58. Mr. Spollen was a resident of Phoenixville, PA. He was a GIS software consultant who founded the GeoData Modelers consulting company. Mr. Spollen enjoyed playing guitar, hiking, kayaking, biking, and spending time with family and friends. Born in Denville, NJ on January 12, 1956, he was a son of Francis and Suzanne (Sweeney) Spollen. He was the husband of the late Suzanne (Geist) Spollen, who died in 2012. Surviving is his loving family including two sons, Sean R. Spollen of Raleigh, NC and Peter J. Spollen of Charlotte, NC; a daughter, Brigid L. Spollen of West Chester, PA; four brothers: Michael Spollen and his wife, Laura, of Pottstown, PA, Francis Spollen and his wife, Paula, of Sanatoga, PA, John Spollen and his wife, Sue, of Westford, MA and Daniel Spollen of Pottstown, PA; two sisters, Mary T. Skilton and her husband, Steve, of Trooper, PA and Kate Hayn and her husband, Kurt, of Exton, PA; and many nephews and nieces. Joseph's Memorial Service will be held at Calvary Bible Church, 110 Valley Park Rd., Phoenixville, PA 19460 on Saturday, February 1, 2014 at 11 a.m. The family will receive relatives and friends on Saturday from 10 to 10:50 a.m., at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Joseph's memory to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of America, 555 North Lane, Suite 5010, Conshohocken, PA 19428 or online at https://donate.lls.org. Arrangements are by The Bacchi Funeral Home and Crematory, Ltd., Bridgeport, PA. www.bacchifuneralhome.com

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Published by The Mercury from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2014.

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Rob P

January 22, 2025

Fixture on my work desk...
Wonderful Soul

John Lannan

November 17, 2024

I was watching 60 minutes tonight about 911 and remember you telling me about being on a train heading to the towers and late for a meeting when the train was stopped and the horrible sights. Joe was my boss for awhile at Weston, he had more confidence in my abilities than I did, he was also responsible for the largest raise I ever received there. He was a great, patient and joyful man, and so glad I had the opportunity to share in a small part of his life. God bless your family, RIP Joe and thanks for the memories.

February 2, 2014

Hi Mary and family so sorry to hear of your brothers passing, our thoughts and prayers are will you.
love Eileen and Tom Ciccoli

February 1, 2014

Dear Spollen Family,

As a member of the Holly Family who grew up with the Spollens back in the 60's in Lafayette Park, King of Prussia, I have heard many stories through the years from my older siblings about the fun you all had together. Lots of laughs and just good old childhood memories were made. Then, our family moved away. Well, lucky for me, I discovered about 5-6 years ago that I now live in the same community as Katie Spollen, and our kids are friends. Katie and I have even rekindled the friendship that our mom's used to share. I left the church today, thinking that it was absolutely the most beautiful service I have ever attended. What a beautiful tribute to your brother, son, uncle, dad, and friend you all put together to honor Joe. What a beautiful family you are. I hope your Joe's legacy brings you comfort and peace.

Suzanne Holly Dooley

Michael Holly

February 1, 2014

I remember Joey as an easy going caring friend back in the sixties. Our families were close and we went to school together and spent all our childhood times playing wiffle ball, football, and going to the creek behind the swim club. I remember on hot summer days I would have to go deliver papers while everybody else would stay in the pool Joe would offer to help me. Thoughful and considerate even as a young boy. Many pleasant memories thanks to Joe and Michael in our younger days, A true friend and great person. He will be missed. Rest in Peace Joe

Art Mauger

January 31, 2014

I never had the privilege of meeting this fine Christian man on this earth.One day in Heaven I will. His disease didn't totally take his life. I feel his wife leaving for Heaven before him, might have broken his heart. But now together for ALL eternity. Art Mauger

Ben Grablutz

January 30, 2014

I will forever be grateful to Joe for taking me under his wing as an intern for 2+ years. Joe taught me so much and I am where I am today because of it. I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He touched so many people's lives in his time.

bob holly

January 30, 2014

Back in the 60's Bobby, Michael and Ricky Holly would go to the creek behind the swim club with Joey, Micheal (Peachy) and Frankie everyday to catch frogs and turtles. After that, it was off to the Lafayette swim club all day. What a great caring neighborhood it was (Canonica's, Kunda's, Lucas, Hollys, Spollens etc)back then. Though we moved away in 1968, Joey was a rock star to all the Holly boys as we got older, always being referred to and reminiscing about. To me, Joey was my most memorable childhood friend; I bumped into him at Penn State later in 1974 finding the same smiling face that I had remembered. All those trips to the creek no doubt were the basis for Joe's passion for animals and wildlife in general.
If any of the Spollens or old Lafayette Park people ever want to reach out to me and talk about the good old days, that would be nice.
Love u Joe.
Bob Holly jr.

Bobby Holly

January 30, 2014

All the Holly boys would go to the creek behind the pool every day in the summer to catch frogs and turtles with Joey Micheal and Frankie; after that it was off to the Lafayette swim club for the rest of the day
Life was great then with a compassionate caring neighborhood; the Canonicas Kundas, Lucas,Enoch's ,etc
Though we moved away in 1968 Joey was a rock star in the eyes of all of us Hollys often referred to up to this day
To me personally Joey WAS the definition of my best childhood friend
Ran into Joey at penn state years later still the same easy going dude I remembered
See u soon my friend
Bob holly jr
Any Spollen that would care to reach out and talk about the 60's and Joe feel free to email me so we can connect
[email protected]

January 30, 2014

We are sorry to hear of your father's passing. Sean, Pete and Brigid, you are in out thoughts and prayers.

The Trill Family

Lindsey Brown

January 29, 2014

Your positive outlook on life was contagious Joe. I am so saddened that you were taken too soon. We will miss you terribly. My heart goes out to your family during this time. You will forever be in my heart!

Frank and Darcell Coklay

January 29, 2014

His light will shine brightly in your hearts forever.

Tom Agatone

January 29, 2014

You and I will meet again
When we're least expecting it
One day in some far off place
I will recognize your face
I won't say goodbye my friend
For you and I will meet again.

It has been a pleasure working with you.

Mike Deliberato

January 29, 2014

very sorry to hear of this. joe and the entire spollen family have been nothing but great. joe had enough compassion for the world 2 times over. Not only was he a great boss who taught me alot about GIS but also a great friend who helped me become the man i am today.

Ha Thach

January 29, 2014

Words can't express how saddened we are to hear of your loss. Our deepest condolences and prayers go out to the Spollen family. Joe was a wonderful boss, like a father to me. I miss him deeply.

Ha Thach & Trong Ly

January 29, 2014

So sorry to hear about the loss of your father. He is now with your mom and both are at peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss...The Woodall Family

January 29, 2014

Our Deepest Sympathies go out to Joe's entire Family... What a wonderful friend and neighbor... Always aglow with the positive... a gentlemen and a gentle man... We'll miss you!
Rob, Gail & Family

Chris and Patti Robideau

January 29, 2014

Our love, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Spollen Family. Joe, you will be missed dearly.

Liz Mcilvaine (Woods)

January 28, 2014

Aunt Susie, Uncle Frank and Family, I know we haven't seen each other in a while, but I remember all the BBQ's and Funtime swimming at the house and all of our family Parties. I could always talk to Joe as he was a great listener. Joe was loved and will be missed. But take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you all. You all are in my thoughts and prayers, as well as I send all my love.

Eric Sierra-Franco

January 28, 2014

My deepest condolences go out to the entire Spollen family. May peace find you in this time of grief.

Michael Spollen

January 28, 2014

Dear Joe - I will miss you immensely, you were like a brother to me. I enjoyed our recent industrial and historical walks, our conversations and your wise counsel about life in general. I will always remember our childhood, coming up to see you in King of Prussia, our walks to the train yard by the river, going to 7-ll for snacks and playing touch football at the elementary school by your house. But most of all I will remember your smile, your positive attitude and your thoughts on self-reliance and personal responsibility. So long my good buddy, I hope to see you again on the other side. With great love and admiration, your cousin Mike

Kevin Prendergast & Valerie Flynn

January 28, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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