Thomas James Spidle, 81, of Jacksonville, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, August 31, 2022. He was born in Akron, Ohio on March 7, 1941 to Charles Franklin Spidle and Lucille Josephine Jordan-Spidle.
Thomas is preceded in death by his wife Jacqueline Jean Neel; son Michael Spidle; and sister Bernice Chapman.
Thomas served in the United States Air Force for 20 years where he was a navigator and pilot. His hobbies were spending time with family, astronomy, building models, trains, and airplanes.
Thomas leaves behind his daughter Deborah (Richard) Abramovitz; daughter Theresa Spidle; daughter Dorothy Spidle; son Stephen Spidle; daughter Michelle Cox; daughter Elizabeth (Jon) Minshall; sister Maryann (Larry) Rouch; 15 grandkids; and 3 great-grandkids.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022 at 6:00pm followed by Rosary at 7:00pm at St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, September 9, 2022 at 9:30am at St. Jude’s Catholic Church in Jacksonville, Arkansas. Burial to follow at Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Arkansas with full Military Honors by the United States Air Force.
In Lieu of flowers, please make donations to www.feedthevetsorg.com
Arrangements have been entrusted to A Natural State Funeral Service. 501-982-3400. www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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RIP cousin Tom
RIP cousin Tom
Tom took me on my first plain ride late 1950 or early 1960
I think it was at Medina airport on rt 18
RIP Tom
RIP daddy! I love you and miss you so very much already. I keep thinking about the stars, air force open houses, and going to the train shows with you. We had some great times
Theresa, Todd, Jeremy my heart goes out to you, my deepest condolences. Prayers and hugs!
Tom you were a part of my family for over 10 years. You will be greatly missed on this earth, but I know that you and Mark will be flying high with the angels. My prayers are with all of your family.
RIP COUSIN TOM. Theresa, Kathy and I send deepest condolences to all. We always remember our trip when your dad let us fly the simulator. Thanks for bringing him to visit in May.
Many peasant memories.from the’ good ole days’.
Rip my friend
Tom had a full life and a wonderful family. He will be missed by all.
Tom was a great counsin . He was always interested in flying and he followed his dream. Always doing what he knows best. ” Flying”.
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