John Edward “Jack” Spangler, Sr. age 83 of Apopka, FL peacefully passed away March 16, 2022 at Advent Health Hospital in Orlando, FL surrounded by loved ones. Jack was born on August 30, 1938 to Dillard Porter Spangler and Dorothy Oliver Lovejoy in Maryville, Tennessee. He graduated from Chamblee High School in 1957. Jack joined the Army in 1961 stationed at Fort Monmouth, Long Branch, New Jersey, as an audio specialist, recording engineer, and sharpshooter. In 1963 he married Elizabeth “Betty” Bond and lived in New Jersey until his tour ended. Jack resided in Winter Park, Florida most of his adult life and was employed by Central Florida Investments, Inc as the Operations Manager for the Mystery Fun House, an iconic Central Florida attraction. He later retired to Leesburg where he enjoyed living on Lake Eustis. Jack loved boating, electronics, airplanes, woodworking, cowboy movies, and his precious dogs. He was a very caring and generous person, always willing to help those in need. Jack was predeceased by his parents and is survived by his son John E. Spangler Jr. and wife Allaverdia Morgan Spangler of Apopka, Florida and grandsons Devin John Spangler and Alec Joseph Spangler. He is also survived by brother Porter Spangler and wife Deanna and former spouse Betty Bond Spangler.
In lieu of flowers, we are requesting donations be made to Boy Scout Troop 211, Apopka (https://paypal.me/BSAtroop211)
A Celebration of Life service will be held April 16 in Apopka, Florida.