Uncle Joe was a wonderful man and I have many great memories of he and Genice when they would come to Wadsworth to visit with my mom, Joyce and also after she passed at Aunt Joan’s and Uncle Fran’s. He always made sure to make it to his nieces and nephew weddings what a wonderful man and uncle he was to us!! My regret is that we didn’t stay in touch better. I’m sending Genice, Jennifer, and the rest of the family my deepest condolences, love, and prayers as you go through this difficult time.  Love,  Lori Lundblad Lilly

Uncle Joe was kind and friendly and generous to me.  He made me feel welcome when I moved to California in my early twenties, years ago.  I have good memories of Joe and my mom, Joan, and my dad, Patrick (Frannie) together in SoCal when my parents visited.  I'm sending my love and condolences to Genice and Jennifer and the rest of the families.

Joe, you were such a good friend.  I treasure the years of friendship Brian and I had with you and Genice.  You will be greatly missed and will hold a special place in my heart.  RIP dear friend. Love, Barbara Smith

We have been thinking fondly about all our memories with Joe. From fish fry nights at church, to his New Year’s Eve parties. He will be deeply missed!

 Love, Stephen & Paige Kuhle

Spetz brothers with their father somewhere down south (Joe third from left)

Joe (center) with his siblings and their spouses in August 1972

Joe (left) with his father (Leo) and brothers (Jim and John) in 1947

Joe (left) with his kid brother and sisters (August 1972)

Joe (front left) with his siblings and parents in Painesville, Ohio

The three Spetz brothers: Uncle Joe, my Dad (John), Aunt Sue, and Uncle Jim at our wedding (5/30/2009) in Berea, Ohio.

So glad Aunt Genice, Uncle Joe, Aunt Sue, and Uncle Jim could make it to our wedding in Berea, Ohio (5/30/2009).

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Joseph Prentice Spetz

January 23, 1935 – June 15, 2026

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