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Robert Spratlin Obituary

Robert Oneal Spratlin, Sr. COLUMBIA - Robert Oneal Spratlin, Sr., 89, of Columbia, died Saturday, November 28, 2015. Born August 21, 1926, in Columbia, he was the son of the late Guy Oneal Spratlin and Elizabeth English Spratlin. A US Army veteran of both WWII and Korea, Mr. Spratlin worked as a medical administrator with the WJB Dorn VA Medical Center, and retired after 35 years. He was a member of Chapin Baptist Church, Boylston Masonic Lodge, Scottish Rite, and Jamil Shrine Temple. Mr. Spratlin is survived by his wife of 67 years, Gaywinard "Bill" Seymour Spratlin; son, Robert "Bob" Oneal Spratlin, Jr. and wife Debbie; granddaughter, Lisa Spratlin Hoffmann; great-grandchildren, Emily Warren Hoffmann and Walker Oneal Hoffmann; sisters, Gwen Spratlin Fetterly, Barbara Spratlin Lattimore (Jimmy); as well as many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Faye Spratlin Kluth. A graveside service for Mr. Spratlin will be held at 11 o'clock, Tuesday, December 1st, at Greenlawn Memorial Park, 7100 Garners Ferry Road, Columbia, with The Rev. Philip Vaughn officiating. The family will greet friends following the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the charity of one's choice. The family would like to thank Blueridge Hospice, Daybreak, and Kim Mobley for their wonderful care during the last several years. Memories and condolences may be shared at ShivesFuneralHome.com.

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Published by The State on Nov. 30, 2015.

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December 10, 2015

Bill, I was talking to Debby a friend today and she told me about Sprat's passing. My heart is heavy for your loss, but I also have such great memories of he and my dad working many late nights on projects out in the garage. The memories are great blessings!
Warm thoughts to you and Bob,
Cheryl Dangel Riley

Wayne and Debbi Moss

December 1, 2015

Bill, David Etheredge just told us. We are so sorry, as I know how close you two were. Loved the times we took the kids to your house and seeing Sprat going in the golf cart down the street with the dogs following him. Fond memories. He left us a legacy of love (as do you). God bless you with His comfort and peace as only He can.

Debbi and Wayne Moss

December 1, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Perry and Trudy Bouknight

December 1, 2015

Bob, I am sorry to hear about your father. You and Debbie are in my prayers.

Faye Harmon Sandow

S. Washington

November 30, 2015

Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.

November 30, 2015

I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."

Andy Metts

November 30, 2015

Bill & Bob,

I'm so sorry to hear about Sprat. He was a great neighbor and friend for many years. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bill Byrd

November 30, 2015

Bob, so sorry to hear about the death of your Father. I wanted you and Debbie to know that we are thinking of you and your families today. You were so blessed to have your Dad for so long. Hang in there.

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