Rance Charles Spruill Sr. Portland, Oregon Obituary

Rance Charles Spruill Sr.

September 4, 1940 - June 13, 202209/04/194006/13/2022
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Iva Williams
August 4, 2022
Lit a candle in memory of Rance Charles Spruill Sr.
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
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Mary Jo Henderson
July 2, 2022
Rance Spruill was one of my life gifts. I knew him for 65 years which makes the news of his passing .a time for both sadness and joy. Even though I did not see or talk to him every day it is sad to know i will not be able to do so again in this lifetime. But the joy is i... Continue Reading
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
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Louise Moaning
July 1, 2022
My heartfelt love and condolences are extended to the family. Rest in Love Bro. Rance. You will truly be missed.
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
A candle was posted for Rance Charles Spruill Sr..
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Claude Monette
June 28, 2022
My previous response for prayers of comfort, was for the family. I apologize for the ambiguity.

I'm Sincerely Saddended for Your Loss !
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Claude Monette
June 28, 2022
Mr Rance C. Spruill was more than my boss. He was a mentor, like a big brother, uncle, a friend.

Just being around Mr Spruill, was mystifying. He was the maestro, and AYOS was the symphony.

His winning smile was his trademark. He would greet everyone with it each ...
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Lanita Duke
June 27, 2022
I am deeply saddened to hear this. I loved Rance and have many videos of AYOS. I went to AYOS and when I became pregnant at 14 he was not judgemental but was there to support me and my baby. Rance created a supportive environment for Black Children in the 1970s who were ... Continue Reading
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Pastor Renee Ward
June 27, 2022
Wow, Im stunned along with other GITH attendees to learn of your recent passing that was announced by Norman Sylvester today. You were a true gentle giant and hero to so many youth and young adults in North Portland and beyond. I will miss your $Million$️Smile that usher... Continue Reading
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Rosie Taylor
June 25, 2022
I worked for Rance at AYOS...many years ago...50+...Rance was "cool people" and enjoyed making AYOS a successful program.
Rosie Taylor
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Raymond
June 25, 2022
AYOS. 1974. 2 CREDITS in the summer school. Program. TO GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL. He Did it. For me
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Marnella M. Bingham Mosley
June 22, 2022
I always treasured his smile and admired his wisdom. He will be missed.