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Paul Eugene Spilman, age 93, formerly of Bella Vista, AR, passed away Tuesday, April 6, 2021, in Vero Beach, FL.
He was born September 24, 1927, in Omaha, NE. After high school, he enrolled in the United States Navy, as a Seaman, Second Class, and served during WWII. In 1950, Paul married Anna Bell Marie Raether, and they made their home in Elkhorn, NE. Throughout his life, Paul worked as a plumber. In 1992, Paul and Ann moved to Bella Vista, AR, where he enjoyed golf and fishing in his retirement years.
Paul was a member of the Presbyterian Church of Bella Vista, Waterloo Lodge No. 102, of Elkhorn, NE, and Tangier Shrine, Omaha, NE.
Survivors include his wife, Ann; son, Terry Thomas (Ann) of Sun Lakes, AZ; son, Lynn Spilman (Barbara) of Vero Beach, FL; and daughter, Melanie Lundy, of Bella Vista, AR. He also leaves behind five grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild.
Mr. Spilman was predeceased by his parents, David and Ruth Spilman, his sister, Beverly Combs, and two grandsons, Ryan Lundy and Jared Lundy.
Memorial contributions in Mr. Spilman’s name may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children, 2900 Rocky Point Dr., Tampa, FL 33607.
Arrangements by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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George and Georgia Daily - Brother-in-Law
April 10, 2021, 9:43 pm
Our Sympathy to Ann, Terry, Lynn and Melanie, Paul was not only a Brother-in-Law, but also a Brother Mason and Shriner. I have so many memories of Paul over the years . When i was discharged from the Marine Corp. Paul had a Plumbing Business and he gave me a Job wherein I learned how to do plumbing. Heating and Air. Paul was also a carpenter and i learned to do remodeling and basic carpentry by working on projects with him. we fished together, Played Golf together, most of all he was a good friend. We will miss him and wish him God Speed and may you rest in peace from your earthly labors.
Elsie Marie Witt - Friend
April 11, 2021, 6:24 pm
My daughter Theresa saw this in the World Herald and called since I don’t take the paper. Rick lost interest in it when he was in nursing home before his passing. I remember all the good times Rick and I had with you both being on the Elkhorn Fire Department and then dances at Denker Ballroom. Oh the good ole days are the best to remember as now things are not the same and never will be but God helps us get thru it all. Ann, I remember working for you when you had the beauty shop in your home and then we rented the basement when first married. So many good memories. I am so sorry about Paul but I think he had a great life. You are all in my prayers for peace, strength and comfort. God Bless and love you!
Patsy Schmidt - Elkhorn friends
April 12, 2021, 12:30 am
Patsy Peterson Schmidt and Mick Peterson send sincere sympathy to Ann, Lynn, and Melanie. The Spilman family were part of our childhood friends. Paul and our father served on the volunteer fire department. Our block in old Elkhorn was loaded with young families. Saw Lynn and Barb at Bob and Chris Staben’s 50th anniversary. We feel your loss. It seems like another door on our past has closed.
Joann Vorrath
April 12, 2021, 3:48 pm
Ann, Lynn and Melani. Sincere sympathy in the loss of Paul. Many thoughts come to mind of your time here in Elkhorn. Just wanted you to my thoughts are with all of you. God bless all of you.
Cal Bull - Friend
April 13, 2021, 7:53 pm
The world isn’t the same without Paul in it. Paul was always wonderful to be around. If he wasn’t making you laugh he was about to. I’m happy to say I have many stories of time spent with Paul and they all make me smile. He was a dandy and so grateful to have known Paul Spilman. My thoughts and prayers are with Ann and the entire family left behind.
Deloris and Jim Jennings - Friend - church and Shrine.
April 20, 2021, 3:32 am
Dear Ann, Jim and I are so very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are for you at this time. So glad you are surrounded with family. Deloris Jennings