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Eric Alan Spence

1952 - 2016

Eric Alan Spence obituary, 1952-2016, Columbus, OH

BORN

1952

DIED

2016

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Schoedinger Northwest

1740 Zollinger Road

Columbus, Ohio

Eric Spence Obituary

Spence Eric Alan Spence, age 64, of Grandview, passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2016. Eric was born in Darby, Pennsylvania, on May 3, 1952. He was a graduate of Jamesville-DeWitt High School in DeWitt, New York, and received his Bachelor's degree from Capital University. He is preceded in death by his parents Ethel Irene and James D. Spence, and brother Brian E. Spence. He is survived by his loving sons, Eric A. Spence, II (Nancy), and Richard H. Spence; his sisters, Sondra McBrearty and Gretchen Spence; his brother, Roger Spence; and many loving family members, friends and Doberman grandchildren. Eric loved the outdoors and hiking, and was a successful businessman, running the Spence Group Ltd. for 32 years. Eric's family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Monday, October 17, 2016, at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Road in Upper Arlington. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations are encouraged to be sent to Doberman Underground Rescue (www.dobermanunderground.org) in Columbus, OH, and The Habitat Fund at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov). To share memories or condolences with the family, please visit www.schoedinger.com.

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Published by This Week Community Newspapers from Oct. 14 to Oct. 15, 2016.

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Robin Hooper

December 21, 2018

Literally just found out about Eric. We are in shock! I just can't imagine that he is gone from your lives. We can only hope his passing was peaceful (we do not know the details.) He was a fun neighbor. We all were first time home owners and we would all grumble about the builder, usually after a few drinks! We were transferred out of state and lost track of each other. We just moved back. My sister who knew your brother found out about his passing & informed us. We have fond memories of him and know you all have great memories too. Our sincerest sympathies.

Charlie Swartzfager

October 6, 2017

It is hard for me to believe that my dear friend, Eric has been gone for almost a year. I miss his spontaneous calls and especially his humorous birthday cards. After being close friends for over 51 years, I miss him very much! I remember our last conversation and how happy and excited he was that he was going to be a grandfather in December. I wish the best to his family and am truly sorry for the loss we have all experienced. May you rest in peace Eric and we hope to see you again in a glorious afterlife.
All my love, Bud!
Charlie

Charlotte Baker

December 6, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of your loss, your loved one was a one of a kind person. Not only was I a client through he Spence Group I felt he was a friend. He gave much comfort during the loss of my husband in his friendly conversation just calling to see how I was doing.

Chip and Lee Anne Quarles

October 17, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Liliam Martinez

October 17, 2016

Richard, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God give you peace through these hard times. My deepest condolences, Lilly!

Leslie Althoff

October 16, 2016

I'm so sad. I will always love you. Dance with the Angels.

October 15, 2016

My deepest condolences to the family.
Will pray God gives you strength as you cope with this overwhelming grief
Teka

Richard Shugert

October 14, 2016

We will miss you buddy. We were not prepared for this news. Our prayers are with the family as you mourn this loss. May God be merciful to you and grant you peace.

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