Larry "John" Vaughn Spiller's Obituary
Larry “John” Vaughn Spiller, age 75 formerly of Moline, Kansas passed away suddenly at William Newton Hospital in Winfield, Kansas on Monday, September 4, 2017. He was born on July 28, 1942, one of three children born to Fred and Leah Mae (Lampson) Spiller in Sapulpa, Oklahoma.
“John” as his grandfather nicknamed him early on, was a great, compassionate and very helpful person. His son compared him to John Wayne---never met a stranger he didn’t like. One of those friends became his wife, when he married Corliss Christeen (Ruddle) on October 17, 1964 at Elk Falls, Kansas. She survives at the home. He and his wife, Corliss, became the proud parents of a son, Jon Spiller, who said that he had the best father and grandfather for his two daughters and his mother had the best husband.
John spent many years as a rock crusher at BellCo materials after graduating from Moline High School. He was a member of the Moline United Methodist Church and had a strong work ethic. In his spare time like to tinker in his garage on a variety of things. He loved to make things and especially loved outdoor activities. Even more than that, he loved being with his family. They meant the world to him. John had many friends from California to Kansas and will be missed by many.
John is survived by:
Wife
Corliss of Stillwater, OK
Son
Jon Spiller of Stillwater, OK
Grandchildren:
Jessica (Ricky) Kriege of Skiatook, OK
Kellie (John Lee) Pate of Pawhuska, OK
Sister
Linda Ellis of Santee, CA
Brother
Mike Spiller, Sr. of Delaware, OK
Family
Jeff and Kristine Carins of Stillwater, OK
Numerous Nieces and Nephews
John was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Moline United Methodist Church with Pastor Dena Aliison officiating. Online condolences may be left at www.countryside.com. Memorials have been suggested to the Moline United Methodist Church and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home. Services have been entrusted to: Countryside Funeral Home, 206 East Washington, P0 Box 1233, Howard, KS 67349.
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