Burial Date: 2021-11-24
Service Date: November 24, 2021
Visitation Info: Linnemann Funeral Homes Burlington
Interment Info: Hebron Lutheran Cemetery
Service Info: Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church

Joseph Lawrence Spalding

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Joseph Lawrence Spalding, 88, of Hebron, KY, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021 at University of Cincinnati Hospital.  Joseph was born in Calvary, KY on February 8, 1933 to the late George Washington and Mary Hilda (Mattingly) Spalding.  Joseph graduated with a Masters Degree in Animal Science from the University of Kentucky and was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran.  He was the proud owner and operator of Joseph Spalding Real Estate and Insurance for over 50 years in Hebron, KY. He enjoyed raising Simmental cattle, and was passionate about his garden and fruit orchards. He was Director of the Kentucky Artificial Breeders Association for cattle for 8 years, participated in the Hebron Lions Club, and regularly attended Immaculate Heart of Mary parish. He found peace and joy in his farm and log cabins in Maysville, KY. In addition to his parents, Joseph was preceded in death by his brother Bernard Spalding.  He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years Virginia “Ginny” Sue Spalding; daughters Laura Graves Kiely (Chris), Holly Elizabeth Spalding, Heather Lee Spalding (Coleman Connolly), and Kara Rebecca Barnett (Scott); 16 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; siblings Pauline Hayden, Al Spalding, Regina Young, Mary Ann Thomas, Frankee Sutton, Florine Miles, George Wain Spalding, and Norman Spalding; and many other loving nieces, nephews, and cousins.  A visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm at Linnemann Funeral Home in Burlington, KY.  A second visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 from 9:00 am until 10:00 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church with a Mass of Christian Burial to immediately follow.  The interment will be at Hebron Lutheran Cemetery.  Memorial contributions can be made to the Knights of Columbus or “Support a Farmer” with Heifer International.  Online condolences can be made at www.Linnemannfuneralhomes.com

Wednesday
24
November
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church

5876 Veterans Way
Burlington, KY 41005
Wednesday
24
November
10:00 am

Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church

5876 Veterans Way
Burlington, KY 41005

Hebron Lutheran Cemetery

Address: HEBRON, KY
Wednesday
24
November
12:00 am - 12:00 am

Hebron Lutheran Church

3140 Limaburg Rd
Hebron, KY 41048
Phone: 859-689-7590

With love and deepest sympathy

So very sorry of the passing of ‘“Sweet Joe”. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word. My deepest sympathy to Sue and all of his family. He was a fine man. Hope Ellis Kinman

My memories of Joe

I met Joe when I used to stop for lunch at the diner in Hebron when I worked at the greater Cincinnati airport during the 80’s and 90’s. He was always there at the “liars” table holding court with the local guys. He was friendly, funny and always had a smile on his face. I hadn’t seen him in over 20+ years but when I saw his picture in the paper, I immediately recognized him and remembered what a great guy I always thought he was. My condolences to the family.

So sorry for your loss

All of us in Biology at the College of Charleston were so sorry to hear of the passing of Joseph Spalding. You are all in our thoughts during this most difficult time.

Sending Love and Prayers

I am praying for all family members, asking God to give you peace and strength in the days ahead . It is so difficult to see a love one leave, but rest in the hope of seeing Joe again in heaven for eternity. My thoughts and prayers are with you all . Love, Nancy Adams

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