Ralph W. Spaulding
August 31, 1937 ~ February 10, 2024
Ralph W. Spaulding age 86 of Saybrook, formerly of Madison, passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the Lantern of Saybrook. Born August 31, 1937 in Kirtland, Ohio he was the son of the late Gladys (Chambers) & George Spaulding. He married Gloria B. Hogen in New Wilmington, PA on June 17, 1961
A 1955 Graduate of Madison High School he then went on to graduate in 1960 from Edinboro. He received his Master’s Degree in 1984 from Lake Erie College and worked as a teacher for the Madison Local Schools and Geneva Area School District where he also served as a Principal for many years. He was a member of Park United Methodist Church in Madison, the Geneva Grape Jamboree Committee and the Madison Old Fashioned Days Committee.
He is survived by his sons: R. Scott (Karalee) Spaulding, Calvin (Paula) Spaulding, Walter (Stacy) Spaulding, Andy (Ava) Spaulding ; daughter: Terri (Brent) Carrick; 10 Grandchildren; 13 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria Spalding; his parents; brothers, George Spaulding and John Spaulding.
Friends will be received from 3:00 to 7:00pm on Sunday, February 18, 2024 at The Behm Family Funeral Homes, 26 River Street in Madison. Memorial Service will be held at 11:00am on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Park United Methodist Church, 31 Park Street in Madison. Burial will take place at Fairview Cemetery in Madison. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ralph’s name to the Parkinson’s Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Ste 1509, New York, NY 10018 or to UH Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, University Hospitals, 11100 Euclid Ave., Cleveland, OH 44106. Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com
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So sorry to hear about Mr. Spaulding’s passing. Sending the family love and peace.
Ralph and Gloria were a class act. They were loved and respected by everyone.
Very sorry to hear this ….he and his wife were great people and dedicated to the Grape Jamboree……such a good person…..he will be missed….
Uncle Ralph and Aunt Gloria’s wedding was the first wedding I ever attended. To be fair, as an eleven-year-old, I don’t remember the wedding so much as the reception at Grandma and Grandpa Hogen’s house.
I don’t ever remember seeing Uncle Ralph without a smile on his face. Sincere condolences.
Very sad to hear of Ralph’s passing. I had the honor of teaching 6th grade with him at Geneva Elementary School for a few years. He was always kind & willing to help me. Sending my deepest sympathy to his family.
Bobbye (Turner) Lussier
I grew up on Ross Rd not far from the Spaulding Family. Graduated in 82 with Calvin. Mr. Spaulding was a great man. Remember well his involvement in Old Fashion Days and schools. I seem to recall him on Madison’s school board or as a Township Trustee. Prayers for his family.
Oh so sad to hear this. Mr. Spaulding was my 6th Grade teacher. He was fun and had a hearty laugh. His classroom had Respect for him. I remember the teachers playing against the Students at Geneva Elementary volleyball game. 😉
Dear Spaulding family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. We have such good memories of your parents. Please know you’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Jan Brown
Tina Brown Grandbouche