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Carl E. Spady


Sunrise: November 30, 1948

Sunset: September 27, 2022

Carl was one of four children born on November 30, 1948 to the late Elbert C and Rosa Spady in Norfolk, Virginia. He is preceded in death by his son Eric Ventell Spady of Norfolk, Virginia and his siblings Barbara Redman, Rosa C Haynes & brother Elbert “Lee” Spady all of Philadelphia, PA.

Carl departed this life on September 27th, 2022. He attended Booker T. Washington High School, where he later went on to join the United States Navy in 1966. He also did a short stint of time as a Merchant Seamen. After his travel time he returned to Virginia where he got a job at Sentara Health Care, known to his co-workers as Big Daddy” with his great smile and personality. He later retired from Sentara in 2018 and at that time he met Felicia M Ensley (Fiance’) whom he was planning to marry. Carl also had a very special love for a special friend (Trigger) teacup yorkie. They both will truly be missed.

Carl Spady is survived by his son Carlton R. Spady and his grandson C’Keem Sherman McCoy, granddaughter Kaia Spady (daughter of the late Eric Spady) and his great grandkids Ke’Miyah Auria McCoy,
C”Keem Sherman McCoy Jr, Jah’Kolby Sincere Outerbridge of Norfolk, Virginia, Jason Ventell Spady of Chesapeake, Virginia, nephews; James Scoby, Robert Scoby both of Norfolk, Virginia, neices; Vickie Jones & Valerie Scoby both of Norfolk, Virginia and Tiffany Outlaw of Chesapeake, Virginia, 2 Aunts; Barbara Patterson of Norfolk, Virginia & Shirley Patterson of Mitchville, Maryland and a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins & friends.

Viewing Friday, October 7, 2022 2:00pm-6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service COME IN PERSON OR WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Saturday, October 8, 2022 5;00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel

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    Carolyn Dildy Bolling says

    This is such a shocker.Carl would leave funny and crazy quotes on FB.We last spoke right before Christmas and he was so happy.He was a nutball transporting my sister to ct scan.he EARNED and gained his wings.Rest in peace Carl.Behave yourself in heaven.It was a pleasure knowing you.

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      Michelle says

      “Big Daddy” a.k.a. Carl, I will truly miss you. You always knew how to make me laugh when I was down. You were truly a good friend. Rest easy.

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    Mike D. says

    Going to miss you Carl. Know you up there cutting up still. It was definitely an honor being able to know you. 💐

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      Delphine Freeman says

      Your work here is complete, now rest well my friend🌹

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    Crystal Boney says

    Sorry for the Spady family Norfolk General hospital we work together RIH Carl

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    Ruth Ricks says

    Rip Carl going to miss you on Facebook I work with you at sngh

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      Michele Denise Davis, RN says

      I am saddened to hear about the passing of “Big Daddy” who always told us he loved us at SNGH.

      It was a pleasure knowing and working with him. I am thankful that I had a chance to meet such a Funny and Dapper man.

      My deepest condolences to his loved ones and friends.

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    Raye Riddick says

    In this time of sadness, may you be comforted in the knowledge that others care. Carl was a very dear friend of mine. I express my deepest sympathy.

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    Gates, Phillips, Mercer & Smith Family says

    To the Spady, Scoby & Patterson family, I know you’ll are going to miss Carl. “EARTH HAS NO SORROW THAT HEAVEN CAN’T HEAL” Your family has my family’s heartfelt condolences.

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