Joseph Edward Spradlin Jr.
Dec 23rd, 1949 - Oct 3rd, 2019- Birth Date: Dec 23, 1949
- Death Date: Oct 3, 2019
- Funeral Date: Oct 5, 2019 at 11:00 am
- Location: Ruebel Funeral Home Chapel
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Biography: Joseph Edward Spradlin Jr., 69, of Little Rock, passed away October 3rd, 2019 in the comfort of his home with his family at his side.
He was born in Dodge City, Kansas, attended school in Parsons & Wichita Kansas and graduated from Newman College of Nurse Anesthesia.
Joe was survived by his wife Jill, of 46 years; children, Tyson (Haley) Spradlin of Little Rock, AR & Broc (Megan) Spradlin of San Juan, PR. He is also survived by; parents Joseph & Rita Spradlin of Lawrence, KS; brothers, Don (Mary) Spradlin of Colorado Springs, CO, Mike (Sylvia) Spradlin of Olathe, KS. He is blessed with 4 grandchildren.
Joe practiced as a CRNA in Arkansas for many years and was adored by everyone who knew him. He will be missed greatly for his kindness and humor.
Visitation will be held Friday evening, October 4th, from 5:00pm -7:00 pm and a memorial service will be held Saturday at 11:00 am, both at Ruebel Funeral Home, Little Rock.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Arkansas Hospice, Humane Society of Pulaski County or Arkansas Association of Nurse Anesthetists.
Condolences(24)
GARY MILLER
#24
Apr 11th, 2021 4:23 pm
Dear Jill and family. I just discovered the news of Joe’s passing. Sure have great memories of Joe and you from Parsons and Wichita. I remember in Wichita dancing Disco and Joe did this we thought fancy foot work and did the splits. Ha the floor was powdered and he slipped. Ripped his pants. So much Fun. Love and miss you.
Lance Ogle, MS, CRNA, President Arkansas Association of Nurse Anesthetists
#23
Oct 17th, 2019 10:45 am
On behalf of the membership of the Arkansas Association of Nurse Anesthetists and the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists, I would like to extend our sympathy to the family of Joseph Spradlin, Jr., CRNA. We are thankful for his contributions to healthcare and anesthesia services to the people of the State of Arkansas. Our thoughts and prayers are with his friends and family.
Terri Lease
#22
Oct 12th, 2019 1:39 pm
Jill & family,
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
God bless you all
I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
God bless you all
Dr Mike and Nancy Finley and Dr Johnny Jones
#21
Oct 11th, 2019 4:32 am
We learned you lost Joe while I (mike) was having heart surgery at St Michael in Texarkana. So very sorry that such a kind and caring person as Joe is gone. He did anesthesia for us at the small hospital in Hope and was a joy to work with. I was able to tell Dr Johnny Jones later the day I learned of the sad news and we reflected on our years with Joe at the head of the operating room table. In control, he kept a calmness to the room even in the most difficult situations. And in a small town hospital when often it was only one of us and Joe in the whole town, it was often difficult. Running from a difficult delivery to an emergency in the ER, Joe was there for it all. On those occasions when the newborn was floppy and needed to get resuscitated while at the same time mom was hemorrhaging, Joe never wavered. He would bag mom with one hand, have the baby rolled over to him on the warming table for work with the other, and give a short quiet comment to me, 'hey doc I got this up here, you take care of mom'. And he always did.
When times were frustrating or we were especially covered up in surgery, or ER, or labor unit patients, Joe would roll his eyes up and make one of those unique observations that only he could. He was funny beyond words, compassionate to all, and the most skilled anesthesia provider I have ever worked with.
From me and Nancy, and Dr Jones we give thanks that there was a person like Joe in our lives and we pray for you Jill, and the boys.
When times were frustrating or we were especially covered up in surgery, or ER, or labor unit patients, Joe would roll his eyes up and make one of those unique observations that only he could. He was funny beyond words, compassionate to all, and the most skilled anesthesia provider I have ever worked with.
From me and Nancy, and Dr Jones we give thanks that there was a person like Joe in our lives and we pray for you Jill, and the boys.
John Winslow
#20
Oct 9th, 2019 8:08 pm
Amazing memories of sharing an apartment during our freshman year of college. Joe and I had great times together cooking canned beans on a hot plate and visiting the all you can eat buffet......I will miss his great smile and wonderful sense of humor. Rest my friend! You will be missed!!
Debbi Baugher
#19
Oct 5th, 2019 6:07 pm
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Joe. I have some wonderful memories of working with him at the Katy Memorial Hospital. He was always so fun, pleasant, and kind to everyone. I am certain he will leave a hole in the family by his absence. Prayers to all of the family.
Carolyn Inlow Bisel
#18
Oct 5th, 2019 4:36 pm
Sorry for your loss.
Love,
Your cousin Carolyn
Love,
Your cousin Carolyn
Jo Dee Witty
#17
Oct 5th, 2019 11:42 am
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Joe taught me a lot when I was in nursing school and after while we were both working and the Katy Hospital. I can relate to how everyone was drawn to him. Always laughing. Enjoyed working with him. He will be missed by everyone.
Carol Steeby Lakin
#16
Oct 4th, 2019 6:41 pm
Joe was an awesome friend and he will be missed...we had a lot of fun growing up especially our teenage years!!! Prayers for your Family
Patricia Robinson
#15
Oct 4th, 2019 6:01 pm
Fly high my friend! We will miss you!
Eric Hyler
#14
Oct 4th, 2019 4:20 pm
To my long time friend, rest in peace. Such great high school and college memories. Surviving each others wedding as groomsmen. I barely remember, as I was struggling to remain standing at your magic, special moment! Such a surprise to see you at the KU Leid Center, the night the Beach Boys rocked the house!
My sincere condolences to Jill, your family and especially Rita and Joe, senior.
My sincere condolences to Jill, your family and especially Rita and Joe, senior.
Erica Woods
#13
Oct 4th, 2019 3:40 pm
My prayers are with you all. Joe will be greatly missed. I wont ever forget the day we met. He started calling me America that day as if I never told him my name. I knew right away he was gonna be a joy to be around. I will also miss him signing our his meds. He always made it fun!!!! (Now who will I correct). Joe you will forever be in our hearts!!!
Gayla Earls
#12
Oct 4th, 2019 11:32 am
My sincere condolences to Jill & family.
Ben Eiler
#11
Oct 4th, 2019 7:28 am
My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Dana Smith
#10
Oct 4th, 2019 3:27 am
Joe was loved by everyone. He will be missed for his love, warmth and big personality. I'm so sorry for you and your family's loss. Much love and prayers.
Mia Ford
#9
Oct 3rd, 2019 10:35 pm
I worked in medical records at the Surgery Center I use to type anything joe needed, faxed all his paper for him; he never could remember how to use the fax machine( smile) he will be missed dearly, I love you Joe Joe. I will have the family in my prayers so sorry for the loss of Joe.
Brenda and Ronnie Moore
#8
Oct 3rd, 2019 8:03 pm
What a great man and father to my son in law! He taught Broc how to be a wonderful man, husband and father and his legacy will be passed on to his precious grandson, Atticus...Joe, you will be missed by all who knew you
RHONDA COOPER
#7
Oct 3rd, 2019 7:13 pm
Jill I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Joe. I worked in the OR at SVI. He was so loved. He was a great CRNA and just a great person that was so fun to work with. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Coy Carter
#6
Oct 3rd, 2019 6:51 pm
It was a privilege to work with Joe in anesthesia. A truly wonderful person. I’m so sorry for your loss. I feel blessed to have been his friend.
Cheryl Perry
#5
Oct 3rd, 2019 6:43 pm
Sincerest condolences in the loss of Joe! May the good Lord bring you peace and comfort in future days without Joe. He will be missed!
Jeff & Linda Heltz
#4
Oct 3rd, 2019 6:31 pm
I loved working with Joe! He was a good man and a great friend! My prayers are with you and your family.
Linda
Linda
Johnson family
#3
Oct 3rd, 2019 6:24 pm
I am sorry for your loss. Praying for your strength and your family.
Brenda Billings Ward
#2
Oct 3rd, 2019 5:53 pm
So sorry for your loss. I loved working with Joe. Always a huge smile and a nice work. His patient loved him too.
Troy Ardoin
#1
Oct 3rd, 2019 5:42 pm
Joe we will miss you greatly!! I loved every minute spent with him in the operating room. Truly a great person and friend!