Obituaries 29 April 2024

James F. Spruance

James F. Spruance, 79, a cherished husband, electrician and Harley enthusiast, passed away Friday, April 26, 2024 in Hillsboro. 

He was born Sept. 12, 1944, in Highland County, the son of Joseph and Edna (Garrison) Spruance.

James led a life filled with love and adventure. With a passion for riding his Harley, spending time with his beloved grandchildren and hitting the shooting range to practice his precision, James left an indelible mark on all who knew him. A man of action and dedication, James pursued an education and a career as an electrician with unmatched fervor, always striving to provide for his family and make the most of each day. He will be dearly missed but remembered with joy and celebration for the way he lived his life to the fullest, embracing each moment with passion and zeal. May his memory continue to inspire those who knew him, and may his legacy endure through the stories shared by those who loved him.

James is survived by his adoring spouse of 60 years, Diana (Hoover) Spruance; his children, Jason (Lisa) Spruance of West Chester and Kelli J. (Ric) Woosley of Bethel; grandchildren, Kodi, Gage, Marie and Lynae; a brother, Duane Spruance of Hillsboro; and a sister, Dianne Tomlin of Wilmington, who will carry on his memory with love and gratitude. 

James was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Barbara Shelton.

Services will be 2 p.m. Saturday, May 4 at the Thompson Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Bridges Cemetery.

Friends may call from 1 p.m. until time of services on Saturday at the funeral home.

To sign James's online guest book, please visit www.thompsonfuneralhomes.com or to leave a like, share or comment, visit the Thompson Funeral Home and Cremation Care Facebook page.

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