Lee I. Spade

Lee I. Spade, Ph.D, age 83, of Columbus passed away Thursday, March 1, 2011 only 84 days after the death of his best friend and only sibling, Bob Spade. Lee was born August 25, 1928 in Muncie, Indiana, the son of Helen (Morrissey) and Carl I. Spade. Preceded in death by his wife Ruth. Lee is survived by their three daughters, Pam, Cindy (Flip) Miller, and Margaret (Ron) Quillin. Lee is survived by his wife, Pat Spade; and her three children, Todd (Misty) Burgie, Katy(Heath) O'Neal, Barb(Kevin) Satterfield; seven grandchildren, Mike (Laura), John, Tom, Ronnie, Annie, Annabelle, Taylor, a new grandchild due March 5; a great-grandchild due in June; nieces and a nephew. A graduate of Fairview High School in Dayton and of the University of Cincinnati, Lee was drafted during the Korean War and proudly served in a medical lab at Letterman Army Hospital in San Francisco. After a successful career as a salesman, Lee went back to college and earned a degree in education from Butler University. He taught science at Westerville High School and then was a school psychologist for Delaware and Madison County Schools. In 1973, Lee received his Doctor of Philosophy degree from the Ohio State University. He worked at the Children's Mental Health Center before becoming Director of Behavioral Science Education at Grant Hospital, Family Practice Residency Program. 1980-1990, Lee had a Private Practice as a Clinical Psychologist. A person who loved nature, Lee was an avid golfer, runner (completed the New York Marathon twice), tennis player and biker. A voracious reader, Lee was a lifelong learner whose wise counsel was sought by many. Lee loved a good joke and his laugh would bring a smile to listeners. Lee inspired us all with his perseverance, his faith and hope. He may well be the bravest man his family and friends will ever know. A memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 5, at All Saints Lutheran Church, 6770 North High Street, Worthington, Ohio 43085. Arrangements by RUTHERFORD-CORBIN FUNERAL HOME, 515 High St, Worthington. There will be no calling hours. The family will greet friends in the Parish Hall following the service. In lieu of flowers, the family invites you to make a donation in Lee's memory to the charity of your choice . Rest in peace, Lee.

Lee I. Spade

March 1, 2012