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Vincent Glenwood "Woody" Spong
April 19, 1943 ~ March 31, 2017 (age 73) 73 Years Old Light a Candle
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Message from Neil Parrott
April 17, 2017 7:58 PM
Dear Connie and family, I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Woody and wish I could have attended the funeral. I enjoyed getting to know Woody later in life as he served as a Washington County Commissioner and appreciate his service to our community. Several people told me about Woody's past positive service as a teacher and coach where they indicated how he often made the extra effort to help people. I appreciate his good heart and know he will be missed. May God be with each of you as you mourn his loss and remember a great man.
Message from Eva Seiler
April 8, 2017 8:35 PM
I was so sad to hear about the passing of Mr. Spong. He was my fifth grade teacher at Old Forge School many, many, years ago. He was such a caring teacher and funny one as well. I always remember when we needed to go to the bathroom, restroom, etc. he would make jokes and ask us if we were going there to take a bath or to rest or whatever. I had some medical problems during the year before and he was very understanding of my shyness and quiteness. He was a great man and I am so sorry for the loss you must be feeling but rest assured he was a great man and we will all be together one day again.
Message from Archie van Norden
April 7, 2017 12:09 PM
Dear Connie and family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Woody's passing, Your slideshow presentation was wonderful in capturing what Woody loved and valued....his marriage, family, friends, career, dogs, and the outdoors. As a colleague, I learned a lot from Woody. He had a different way of looking at situations that had me rethinking about how I would respond in similar circumstances. I enjoyed his sense of humor. Woody will be missed by many. Please accept my sincere condolences.
I was deeply saddened to hear of Woody's passing, Your slideshow presentation was wonderful in capturing what Woody loved and valued....his marriage, family, friends, career, dogs, and the outdoors. As a colleague, I learned a lot from Woody. He had a different way of looking at situations that had me rethinking about how I would respond in similar circumstances. I enjoyed his sense of humor. Woody will be missed by many. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Message from Bob Nicholas
April 6, 2017 7:53 PM
Sponge was a great brother at Sigma Chi, always willing to help, he cared about you as a friend, was looking forward to seeing him next month at the fraternity 75 reunion. He will be missed!
Message from Betty Proctor
April 6, 2017 2:46 PM
Condolences are being sent to you and your family on the passing of Mr. Spong. I was a secretary at Pleasant Valley Elementary when he was the principal.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
Message from Bill Jenkins
April 5, 2017 10:07 AM
Woody and I pledged together at Sigma Chi Fraternity at the Univ. of MD in the fall of '65. We were initiated at the same time at the end of that semester. We roomed together at the Sigma Chi house for a year. The best year of college for me, but the worst academically! We didn't call Woody "Woody" back then. He went by Vince or "Sponge" most of the time. I learned to call him Woody from his Hagerstown love, Connie. Woody gave me my fraternity nickname of "Granny", [Gee, thanks. Woody.] Woody was my closest fraternity brother. I'll miss you, Brother. In hoc,
Bill "Granny" Jenkins
Bill "Granny" Jenkins
Message from David Bohn
April 5, 2017 8:17 AM
Woody was an inspiration to the Bohn family. He was a marvelous swim team coach and family friend. To this day I don't know how all three Bohn brothers fit in his Austin Healy 3000 for a ride home. I also remember the time he visited us on vacation in Fenwick Island, DE. His friend, who was working as a Police Officer in Ocean City for the summer, brought a 12 person raft for all of us to use. I don't think we ever laughed so hard as that day. While we went our separate ways over the years the great memories remain. Connie, thanks for sharing Woody!
Message from Vaughn Crowl
April 4, 2017 4:56 PM
Dear Connie and Sally,
Although I met Woodie some years before,I really came to appreciate his friendship, humor and love of his family during our conversations during the millennial year of Leadership Hagerstown. As a member and graduate of that class, I saw him organize ,lead and bring together a group of people from varied backgrounds with ease and expertise.
Stories about his family and his labs were always in every conversation. I respected his easy and comfortable personal warmth and I always thought he was a good man, solid in character and faith. I will be one of many who will miss Woodie and are thankful that our lives crossed paths. My sincere condolences and prayers to you and all of his family.
Blessings and Love,
Vaughn Crowl
Although I met Woodie some years before,I really came to appreciate his friendship, humor and love of his family during our conversations during the millennial year of Leadership Hagerstown. As a member and graduate of that class, I saw him organize ,lead and bring together a group of people from varied backgrounds with ease and expertise.
Stories about his family and his labs were always in every conversation. I respected his easy and comfortable personal warmth and I always thought he was a good man, solid in character and faith. I will be one of many who will miss Woodie and are thankful that our lives crossed paths. My sincere condolences and prayers to you and all of his family.
Blessings and Love,
Vaughn Crowl
Message from Teri Tillou
April 3, 2017 9:53 PM
Woody was the best teacher and swim coach I ever had . He holds a very special place in my life. My deepest sympathy to Connie , and family.
Teri Tillou
Teri Tillou
A candle was lit by Amanda hoffman
on April 3, 2017 6:50 PM
Message from Matt Hoffman
April 3, 2017 2:23 PM
I met Mr. Spong at Salem Ave Elementary School where he was the principal and I was a young student. He influenced my throughout the rest of my life, first as an educator, but rapidly became a positive male influence that my life was lacking at the time. As time went on Woody became a father figure and a hero to me. He was one of the greatest men I've ever had the pleasure of knowing and his legacy and influence on my life will be with me forever. Connie, Sally, Katie Mae and everyone else that I met because of Woody's kindness and generosity always made me feel like part of their family. A family that I will always be thankful for and always consider to be my second family. I love you all.
Matt
Matt
A candle was lit by Matt Hoffman
on April 3, 2017 2:12 PM
Message from Neda Willetts (McCauley) Duncan
April 3, 2017 10:37 AM
My dear Connie and family. You all are in my thoughts and my prayers during this difficult time.
May you find peace and comfort from our Lord and Savior , Jesus. I remember you all fondly.
LOVE, Neda
May you find peace and comfort from our Lord and Savior , Jesus. I remember you all fondly.
LOVE, Neda
Message from Donna Newcomer
April 3, 2017 10:13 AM
Dear Connie and Sally;
Woody was a wonderful friend to so many. I first learned to know Woody when I was teaching second grade at Salem Avenue years ago. Within two years of my arrival, I left to pursue administration. Woody was a significant mentor in my life and over my career. If ever I needed perspective, a good laugh, or just some common sense advice, Woody was my go-to person!
My sincere sympathies to you and your family. Woody frequently spoke of both of you, as well as his granddaughter Katie. You were all the light of his life--along with his canine companions! He left a solid mark of goodness and truth on this earth; and I have no doubt his words of wisdom will follow and guide all of us. Thank you both for sharing Woody with us over time.
Blessings to you both!
~Donna
Woody was a wonderful friend to so many. I first learned to know Woody when I was teaching second grade at Salem Avenue years ago. Within two years of my arrival, I left to pursue administration. Woody was a significant mentor in my life and over my career. If ever I needed perspective, a good laugh, or just some common sense advice, Woody was my go-to person!
My sincere sympathies to you and your family. Woody frequently spoke of both of you, as well as his granddaughter Katie. You were all the light of his life--along with his canine companions! He left a solid mark of goodness and truth on this earth; and I have no doubt his words of wisdom will follow and guide all of us. Thank you both for sharing Woody with us over time.
Blessings to you both!
~Donna
Message from Sylvia and Tony Muto
April 3, 2017 8:48 AM
Our sincere condolences to all of your family on Woody's passing away. Our prayers will be for you and your family.
We are sorry that we cannot attend his services. Diana's older son Sam has a medical appointment this week in Philadelphia and Sylvia and I have to be in Hershey to help babysit her younger son Leo.
Again you will be in our prayers.
We are sorry that we cannot attend his services. Diana's older son Sam has a medical appointment this week in Philadelphia and Sylvia and I have to be in Hershey to help babysit her younger son Leo.
Again you will be in our prayers.
Message from Sally Spong
April 3, 2017 5:02 PM
Thank you, Mr. & Mrs. Muto. Please give our best wishes to Diana & her family.
Message from BoAnn Bohman
April 3, 2017 8:41 AM
Dear Connie and Sally,
It was with great sadness that I learned about your loss.. Like so many others, I held Woody in high regard. I knew him as an educator who was respected and liked by his teachers and a principal who showed caring for his students. I also knew him as your Dad, Sally, beginning when you were my sweet little student. There was never a time that I saw him , after the year you were in my class, that he did not take the opportunity to talk about you. He loved you so much and was so proud of you. I would like to be there to give you my condolences in person. Unfortunately, I am in Myrtle Beach and cannot attend. I will keep you in my heart and hope that after a bit of the pain subsides that you will find comfort in your good memories.
BoAnn Bohman
It was with great sadness that I learned about your loss.. Like so many others, I held Woody in high regard. I knew him as an educator who was respected and liked by his teachers and a principal who showed caring for his students. I also knew him as your Dad, Sally, beginning when you were my sweet little student. There was never a time that I saw him , after the year you were in my class, that he did not take the opportunity to talk about you. He loved you so much and was so proud of you. I would like to be there to give you my condolences in person. Unfortunately, I am in Myrtle Beach and cannot attend. I will keep you in my heart and hope that after a bit of the pain subsides that you will find comfort in your good memories.
BoAnn Bohman
Message from Sally Spong
April 3, 2017 5:00 PM
Thank you, Mrs. Bohman. That was very kind, and I'm not going to lie, brought a few tears. Thank you for thinking of us.
Message from Gregory Magee
April 3, 2017 8:07 AM
I met Woody through Pat Nolan. That was over 25 years ago while Pat was training woody's dog Josie. That introduction led to a friendship that included sharing hotel rooms to save some money. Long talks on politics and the war against Northern Aggression as he jokingly put it. How proud he was when his school was recognized nationally as a Blur Ribbon School. We constantly traded phone calls when the battle for the top of the NFC East was at stake. I'll miss those as much as the good natured ribbing that came from Woody's quick witted mind. Most of all I'll miss his friendship. Thank You Pat Nolan for a great introduction to a great man.
Message from Sally Spong
April 3, 2017 4:58 PM
Thank you, Gregory.
A candle was lit by Bill and Pat Jones
on April 2, 2017 11:20 AM
Message from Bob Casazza
April 2, 2017 11:10 AM
Sending warm thoughts and prayers.
I had the pleasure of knowing Vince as a Sigma Chi brother.
We shared many times together. Many I will never forget.
Thoughtful, supportive and caring are the qualities I remember most about "Woody".
He was not self-centered, never a "show-off" and always thinking of others.
Someone you could always trust, share your feelings with and confide in.
I see he stayed true to these throughout his life.
Thank you Vince...for being a part of my life.
Rest in peace.
I will see you again, one day.
Your bother.
Bob Casazza
I had the pleasure of knowing Vince as a Sigma Chi brother.
We shared many times together. Many I will never forget.
Thoughtful, supportive and caring are the qualities I remember most about "Woody".
He was not self-centered, never a "show-off" and always thinking of others.
Someone you could always trust, share your feelings with and confide in.
I see he stayed true to these throughout his life.
Thank you Vince...for being a part of my life.
Rest in peace.
I will see you again, one day.
Your bother.
Bob Casazza
Message from Sally Spong
April 3, 2017 4:56 PM
Thank you, Bob. I'd love to hear some crazy college stories!
Message from Valerie Malott
April 2, 2017 7:41 AM
Connie, Sally and families, you have my sympathy. May the love of our Lord comfort you in this time of sorrow as well as the days ahead.
A candle was lit by Valerie Malott
on April 2, 2017 7:37 AM
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