Gary J. Spreng

Gary was a 1967 graduate of Loudonville High School and was a veteran of the United States Army where he was stationed in Germany during the Vietnam War. He worked as a truck driver for 28 years for Flexible Co. and later worked for Lake Township and for Jones Concrete & Quality Block & Supply. Gary also enjoyed cattle farming on his family farm in Loudonville which he grew up on. He was a member of the VFW Post 8586 where he served as past Commander, the American Legion #257 in Loudonville and the 40 et 8 in Loudonville.

Gary was an independent man who had a heart of gold, never complained and enjoyed life. He was a fun loving guy who loved his family and was known to his grandchildren as PawPaw.

He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Pamela (Shelton) Spreng; his son, Jeff (Laura) Spreng of Loudonville; his daughter, Jennifer (Jason) Johnson of Perrysville; his step daughter, Tracy (Jack) Burgess of Loudonville; seven grandchildren, Cody (Emily) Spreng, Kaylee Spreng, Jalyn Johnson, Jordyn Johnson, Jayda Johnson, Madeline Burgess and Karena Burgess; two sisters, Becky (Dean) Thompson and Mindy (Bob) Theken both of Loudonville; his favorite uncle, Bob Calhoon of Butler; and a host of nieces, nephews, dear family and very good friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

There will be no services at this time. Memorial contributions may be made to Lifecare Hospice, 1900 Akron Road, Wooster, Ohio 44691.

The Ashland Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is honored to serve the family of Gary Spreng.