Joseph Wayne Spaugy August 14, 1962 – June 18, 2021 (age 58) Joseph Wayne Spaugy, Age 58, of Sidney went to be with the Lord on June 18, 2021, at 8:35 p.m. surrounded by his family following a long battle with complications from COVID-19. Joseph was born August 14, 1962, in Sidney, Ohio to the late Jack W. Spaugy and Ruth M. (Eilerman) Spaugy in Sidney, Ohio. Joseph married Lisa M. (DeLong) Spaugy on September 15, 1990, at Holy Angels Catholic Church, Sidney, Ohio.
Joseph is survived by daughter, Lauren R. Spaugy of Troy, OH, and sons, Joshua L. Spaugy of Cincinnati, OH, and Jack F. Spaugy (at home). Also surviving are mother, Ruth M. (Eilerman) Spaugy of Sidney, OH, and sister’s Crystal (Spaugy) Powers of Sidney, OH, and Victoria Spaugy of Sidney, OH. Stepmother Betty (Murray) Spaugy of Anna, OH, stepsiblings Mike and Monika Marlow, Sidney, OH, Scott and Missy Marlow, Sidney, OH, and Charles and Rhonda (Marlow) Albrecht, Snover, MI. Joseph was preceded in death by brothers Michael R. Spaugy, James L. Spaugy, and father Jack W. Spaugy.
Joseph graduated from Sidney High School in 1980. Joseph proudly served as an armor crewman for the United States Army from 1982-1986, stationed in Ft. Bliss, TX. Joseph had a long-standing career in the Baking Industry and was Technical/Aftermarket Sales Manager for Shaffer Manufacturing in Urbana, Ohio. Joseph travelled the world during his career. Joseph enjoyed spending time with his children, wife and close friends. He was known for being able to fix anything and could always light up the dance floor. Joe enjoyed helping friends, family, and neighbors when in need and had an “open-garage” for anyone to come drink a beer and listen to music. He has been known for his love of classic cars and motorcycles and spent countless hours repairing and restoring vehicles in his spare time.
Family and friends may visit on Wednesday, June 23, 2021, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, 1401 Fair Rd., Sidney. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, June 24, 2021, at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Angels Catholic Church with Fr. Andrew Hess officiating. Burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery with full military honors performed by the United States Army and Shelby County Veterans.
In lieu of flowers, please provide donations to Miami County Hospice who provided outstanding care to Joseph and his family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.theadamsfuneralhome.com.
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