Gary Edward Spaulding

Gary E. Spaulding, 40, of Oregon, Ohio, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2014 at Mercy-St. Charles Hospital with his family by his side. He was born December 28, 1973 in Ann Arbor, MI to Kenneth E. Spaulding and Rita Ann (Spaulding) Purdy and was a 1993 graduate of Waite High School. Gary was a self-employed painter who enjoyed hunting and fishing in his spare time.

He is survived by his loving children, Ondrea and Daniel Spaulding; mother of his children, Doris Spaulding; mother, Rita Ann Purdy; girlfriend, Tiffani Lugo; and siblings, Dan Spaulding, Valerie (Fred) Thorn and Rodney (Shari) Spaulding.

A Memorial Gathering will begin at 4 p.m. on Thursday, November 13, 2014, at Maumee Bay State Park. Contributions may be made directly to the family.

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