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Richard Spano Obituary

Dr. Richard Spano, PhD passed away on Sun., May 19, 2024. Services will announced by Warren-McElwain Mortuary at a later date. For Richard's full obituary go to warrenmcelwain.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on May 23, 2024.

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Deacon Bill Frankman

June 6, 2024

WOW! I was Rick´s classmate at SJU. I be remember a very friendly & gentle wrestler whom I admired for his talent ms and calmness! I also liked to watch his wrestling prowess!
Deacon Bill Frankman SJU `66

Johnny Tubbs

June 5, 2024

My condolences to Jake and the Spano family. I have vivid memories of your father being the best wrestling referee in our youth. I even remember his old red antique dodge truck. It has been some years but, it was always great to see him. God bless the Spano family always!

Bob Derby

June 3, 2024

My condolences to Rick´s family. Sad to see this news this morning. I met Rick many years ago when the handball players lured me away from racketball! It was always a tight group. Many fun memories.

Gene Meyer

June 2, 2024

I did not have the honor of knowing Rick long but learned quickly what a great fellow he was. Thoughts go out to Penny and family. He will be missed by all that knew him.

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Warren-McElwain Mortuary & Cremation Services - Lawrence Chapel

120 W 13th St, Lawrence, KS 66044

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