Grandpa,
 I cant even put in to words how much I love and miss you. I love you so much thank you for being my grandfather. Happy birthday DOG you will always live in my heart Love you.

Al,
I can't believe it's come to this... A 'see you on the other side' note on the internet.  
I truly enjoyed the family rendezvous over the past 30 years.  I always looked forward to seeing you and was disappointed when you were not able to attend.
You always made me feel welcome, wanted and loved like one of your own family members.
To say that you made us laugh would be an understatement.  You made us cry with tears of laughter with your Silliness, Wit and Charm . 
I recall the last time we saw you.  It was at Chili's when Ash and Adam came home to visit in the fall of 2014.  
At the end of our dinner we stood outside the restaurant before departing. You were in your usual fashion of Silliness.  We all stood around you as you entertained us to tears once again.  
I can't recall what you were talking about but I do remember your charades, voices and slapstick.  :) 

Reno, Riggo, Ringo, Rico and I will truly miss your smiling face and since of humor. 
See you on the other side Big Al.

Sincerely, 
Karla and Reno Risi.

Dad, you have been a wonderful father in liraw, someone i could always count on for wisdom and support. I will always remember  you funny stories and silly  jokes they make  my heart full.    1.Corinthians 15;20-23 But in fact Christ has been raised from the dead , the first fruits of those who have fallen asleep. For as by a man came death , by a man has come also the resurrection of the dead. For in Adam all die, so also  in Christ shall all be made alive. But each in his own order Christ the first fruits, then at his coming those who belong to Christ Until we meet again. I love you.            Annette Steele Spradlin

Grandpa,
I will forever miss you. I will miss your silly jokes, your genuine personality, and your flattering compliments every time you saw me. You always loved to put smiles on our faces, and just know that we will continue to smile because of the memories you left with us. I love you bunches.

Al was our neighbor for many years. We learned through many conversations that he was a master tradesman. Whenever we had questions about our house or repairs, Al was "the man ". He always gave good advice and even helped us select people to work on the house. Al also did the work himself, if he was not busy with other jobs. Once when we decided to do our own outside painting, Al would stand on his deck to check our work. Then he would come over and show us the proper brush techniques and even showed us how to clean the brushes to make the job easier. We always appreciated his help and expertise. When we weren't talking about repairs, Al would often come over and sit in the living room to talk. We kept cold Dr. Peppers in the refrigerator just for him. The stories he told us about different jobs and people with whom he had worked were so entertaining. We also discussed politics and he always had solutions for the national and world problems. Al seemed to be a no nonsense man but he also had a gentle side.  He often spoke fondly of his family and was a devoted father and husband. He and Jeannie attended Mass every Saturday evening at Our Lady of the Lake Church. They often held hands and he always put his arm around Jeannie during the sermon.  Al will always be a part of the time we spent in Lake Arrowhead. He enriched our lives and generously gave his time to help whenever we asked him. We will miss him dearly.

Goodbye buddy. I will always miss you Grandpa and remember the laughs you brought that made us close together. You have taught me lots and I re re reallllly love you.

 Goodbye Uncle Al
 We will always remember you,never forget your sense of humor and will miss you dearly. Rest in peace.
 
     The Dolnak family

To Papa With Love

Some things will always be in style
Good solid things like honesty, trust and caring about people

It's qualities like these that keep us aware of who we are
And what we can give to life.

It's qualities like these, Papa, that you've taught me to value,
Through your influence, your example, and your love.

It has made me love you very much,
And has made me very proud to have you for my Papa.

Love you

Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Matthew 5:4

Know that God is with you, and Dad is watching over you.  Love you Mommy.

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Charles Albert Spradlin

13 September, 1936 – 28 June, 2015

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