For most of his life, Spring Street Group Home in Lake City, FL was John's home where he was loved and cared for. John participated in special bowling and Special Olympics. John enjoyed listening to music. He had good friends that he learned to watch out for and was well liked by all those who knew him
He is survived by two sisters, Mary Stewart Cassady of Michigan and Jane Ellen Hildebrand of Florida. He is also survived by three nephews, a niece and eight grand nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents and a brother, James R. Spilman Jr.
In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in memory of John L. Spilman, are suggested to CARC-Advocates for Citizens with Disabilities, Inc. of Lake City, Florida. Here is their link: http://lakecity-carc.com/index.php/giving.
Graveside Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 2017 at Mansion Memorial Park Cemetery; 1404 36th Avenue E, Ellenton, FL 34222.
Condolences may be expressed online via ManasotaMemorial.com Manasota Memorial Park and Funeral Home is entrusted with final care.