of Conway,
September 20, 1938 - April 7, 2017
Velma Lee Bradley Spradlin, 78, of Conway, went to be with the Lord on Friday April 7, 2017. She was born September 20, 1938 in Conway, Arkansas. The daughter of Ottus James and Ola Glade Sims Bradley.
Velma was a member of Salem United Methodist Church, and co-owner operator of Wescon Machining Inc. Mrs. Spradlin was involved with the Relay for Life, Cancer Society, Faulkner County Fair Parade Committee, and many other community affairs. She was also an avid hobbyist, always crafting or sewing. She lived for her grandchildren, never missing a sports event, concert or banquet. A loving wife, mother, and grandmother, who dedicated her life to her family and community.
She is survived by her husband Jerry Dean Spradlin, her children Bobby Dean Spradlin and Shelly Lee Ritchie (Jarrod), and her grandchildren Sydney Spradlin, Dillon Mahan, Parker Spradlin, and Colton Antone. And two step granddaughters, Bralee Ritchie and Mattie Ritchie. She is preceded in death by her son Dennis James Spradlin.
Visitation will be at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 15th with service following at 11:00 a.m. at Salem United Methodist Church in Conway. Graveside service will follow at Crestlawn Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Bo Ballard, Tom Voegele, Wayne Rose, Mike Fulmer, Tony Ferrell and Chris Jones. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to American Cancer Society, 901 North University Ave, Little Rock, AR 72207 in memory of her Relay for Life team with Salem United Methodist Church.
Velma was a joy and an inspiration. The world is a lesser place without her.
Jerry, Bobby and Shelly, I'm so sorry for your loss. Continued prayers for the family.
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers
To the Spradlin family, we are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Prayers for the family!!!!
Prayers!!!! What else can we say...?
Shelly and family,
I wanted to extend a heartfelt sorrow to you and your family after your Mother went on to be with the Lord in heaven. May the Lord bless you and comfort you during this time.
Sweet cousin Velma, how she will be missed by all who knew her. I've never known anyone sweeter! To Jerry, Bobby, Shelly, all the grands and the rest of the family, we share in your grief and pray for you daily.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
We are so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. We hold your family in our hearts. With love and respect.
Greatest condolences on your loss.
Shelley and family,
So sorry to hear about your mom. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin & Tonya Moix and family
I never met Ms. Spradlin but I have met and admired her daughter, Shelly, who is truly an amazing woman, so I know she was a wonderful person and mother. So sorry for the huge loss in your family.
Mrs. Spradlin was in ICU next door to my Mother. We prayed for her and her family as you were facing the same greif as we were.
God bless you all and comfort as you face the days ahead.
Sorry for your loss brother. Thoughts are with you.
Jerry, Bobby, Shelly and family,
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Velma's passing.
Jerry, Bobby, Shelly,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We have so many wonderfull memories with your family!
Terri Boyd Shotts
Cel Boyd
Mr. Spradlin, Bobby, and Shelley:
We are so sorry to hear of Mrs. Spradlin's passing. She was always a kind lady and it was obvious she loved her family deeply, with all her heart. Your family has been through some difficult times within the last year, but know that God offers a Peace that passes all understanding. We will be praying for your family during this difficult time. Our very deepest sympathy.
Romans 8:28
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for your loss.
Shelly & Colton & Family - We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother/Grandmother/Wife - Loved one. Keeping you all in our Thoughts and Prayers. Love, Ric & T.
Shelly , so sorry for the loss of your mom