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Freddie Lee Spain, Jr.


Sunrise: December 14, 1965

Sunset: April 13, 2020

Freddie Lee Spain Jr., affectionally known as “Spain-O”, received his wings on Monday, April 13th, 2020.  A native of Youngstown Ohio, he was born on December 14, 1965 to the late Bishop Freddie Lee Spain Sr. and Evangelist Lillie Mae Spain.

Freddie received his formal education at South High School and then started his career with the United States Navy on board the USS America CV-66. After his honorable discharge from the military, he began working at NORSHIPCO as a Pipefitter. He continued his career at Norfolk Naval Shipyard as a Code 960 Pipefitter and proudly served America’s Shipyard for more than 19 years.

He leaves a legacy of wisdom, love and fond memories to be treasured by his wife, Adrian Spain of Virginia Beach, VA, his son Freddie Lee Spain III, Portsmouth, VA, his daughter Adeja Mone’ Mae Spain, Charlotte, NC and his grandson Caiden Joseph Jackson, Virginia Beach, VA. His five siblings, Lillie Mae Spain of Youngstown, OH, Belinda Jean Spain, Elyria, OH, Kathy Lawson, New Castle, PA, Mark Stephen Spain (Jennifer), Columbia, SC, Charles “Chuck” Spain, Youngstown, OH and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends of the Shipyard and Hummp City Crew who are too numerous to list but never forgotten.

Viewing Monday, April 20, 2020 2:00pm - 6:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 120 W. Berkley Avenue Norfolk, VA 23523 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Tuesday, April 21, 2020 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Berkley Chapel Interment Albert G. Horton Veteran's Cemetery 5310 Milners Road Suffolk, VA 23434 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance

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    Sebrena R Daughtry says

    My prayers are with u my cuzns Adrian, Adeja & Lil. Freddie as well as his grandson Caiden . Freddie was my heart my cuzn / brother and I’m going to miss him dearly. We had good times together bck in the day hanging with our brothers extended family! Ur gonna be missed by all. But especially me. Now rest easy in the loving arms of Jesus. Aka Freddie, Frederico, Spaino, til we meet again cuz . Tears of sadness but tears of joy as well.????????????????????????

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      Corey Boston says

      I never would have thought I would be writing condolences this soon. I love you and I miss you Spaino until we meet again. My condolences to the entire family he will be truly missed. He was a great father figure, mentor, coworker and friend to not only me but to a bunch of other people I know. Thanks for all the great memories. Sincerely, Boston.

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    Kathleen says

    Freddie I thank God I got to see you at the reunion! I got to touch that pretty hair never did I think that would be the last time. Love you aka “Pretty Hair Delk” you are loved by many and will never be forgotten RIH Delk ❤️ Max

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    Patricia Diggs says

    Freddie I am glad I was able to become your friend with Adrian, Daja and Lil Freddie, I really enjoyed those weekends eating crabs, going on bus rides to games and just hanging together as a family. My family and yours were one big happy family when we got together. The good old times brings back a lot of memories. You will be miss. Patricia Diggs

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    Randall Griffin aka "Grip" aka "Clever G" says

    I will miss you my Brother. You was the best friend that anyone could ask for. Since 1986, we had the closest relationship that anyone could have. Meeting your Mom, Dad, Lil, Belinda, Mark, Chuck, your family welcomed me to the family with opened arms. I will miss everything that we shared together my friend. Rest until we see each other again. Love always,

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    Jemma says

    im Going to miss u coming to YOUNGSTOWN ALL the time to see me you was a great man to me and my daughter until we meet again love you Freddie ALWAYS JEMMA

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    Jemma says

    im Going to miss u coming to YOUNGSTOWN ALL the time to see me you was a great man to me and my daughter until we meet again love you Freddie ALWAYS JEMMA

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    Jemma says

    im Going to miss u coming to YOUNGSTOWN ALL the time to see me you was a great man to me and my daughter until we meet again love you Freddie ALWAYS JEMMA

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    Jemma says

    im Going to miss u coming to YOUNGSTOWN ALL the time to see me you was a great man to me and my daughter RWG BABY UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN

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    Jemma Stubbs says

    im Going to miss u coming to YOUNGSTOWN ALL the time to see me you was a great man to me and my daughter RWG BABY UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN

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      Jenise (JP) says

      I’m just going miss you. All the family gathering we shared joying and you saying JP you crazy girl. U had the biggest heart. I’m going miss you love bro- in law.

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    Jermaine Crandell says

    Uncle Freddie, i appreciate the time you shared with me. You were the first man to take me under his wing when no other had the time to. Thank you for inspiring me to be a family man and teaching me the importance of always taking care of your family. I told myself when i become old enough im going to buy a Maxima just like yours. You sure did love yourself a Nissan maxima and you always kept it clean. Rest easy in heaven uncle. To the smoothest uncle a young man could ever have.
    My condolences…..???????? J.Crandell

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    Napoleon and Sylvia P. Howard says

    Condolences to the Spain Family. May God comfort you and give you peace. Delk was such a nice man. He was always polite and kind. May God bless each of you. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.

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    Anthony Doss says

    Rest Easy Spain, GOD so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. My Prayers to THE FAMILY.

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    Maxine Cosbert says

    My deepest condolences to Adrian, Adeja, Lil Freddie and the entire Spain family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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    Robin Ferguson says

    Freddy you leave behind a legacy that’s untouched by others. I didn’t get to know you personally but I knew you through Adrian and your children. You will forever be missed but the smile you put on your family’s face will never go away.

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    Thomas George says

    You were one the funniest guys I’ve known cool and always kept it real I remember seeing u all the time at the shipyard and telling me to keep up the good work and even treating my like family hanging out with your kids love you man travel light

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    Tyrone Forney says

    Freddie Spain, my shipmate, my friend, my war partner. I really do miss you sir. You were a great guy and a great shipmate. You always blessed everyone with your presence. God have you now. He will use you for his service which will bless the world. You will forever be in our spirit and your life will forever be in our memory.

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    Cheryl Brown says

    Remembering all the fun and craziness we had hanging out with Freddie. Freddie was a funny guy who had lots of joke. LOVE YOU FREDDIE

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    Angela S. Manning says

    Freddie, fly my friend, fly high my brother. I will miss your smile and our talks and most of all our friendship. God gained a beautiful Angel !! Love you and God bless your family and friends!!

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    Angie Williams says

    My deepest condolences to Lil Freddie, Deja and the family. Your dad was an amazing man and friend. I will cherish our memories forever. God bless you all!

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    Delores says

    My sincere condolences to the entire family, Spaino, is what I called him, worked with him at Norshipco and also on the deck plates at NNSY , he loved his family, we laughed and joked, going to miss that smile, we all going to miss him, rest on my brother, ????❤️????????????????

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    Clarence Jake Everette Jr. says

    My Sincere Condolences To The Family of my Brother, and Friend Freddy Spain. I pray Comfort to His Family, and a host of Friends. Awesome Person to know.

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    Annie Cypress says

    May our Lord bless you and your family during this time of grief.????????

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    Bobby Buchanon says

    I will truly miss you my brother, but I know very soon we’ll be welcoming you back, with open arms.
    Love and miss you????????

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    Trina Horton says

    My prayers are with you and the family – y’all are my 2nd family My goddaughter Adeja, Freddie, and Adrian and the rest of the family my heart is heavy – I love y’all and here for you

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    Kristen Spawn says

    Adrian and family, I am so very sorry for your loss and heartbreak. I pray God will cover you with peace and comfort while you grieve. My prayers remain with you all.

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    Heather Gargaro says

    Adrian, my heart is with you as you travel this road. I wish I could give you a big hug right now, but know that as soon as I see you again, I will. Lean on your faith in the Lord, as he will comfort you like no one else can. Always thinking of, your BumbleBee

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    Loriely Layne says

    My heart aches for your loss. I know that now is a time to grieve. I’m sending my prayers and love to you and your family, that you’ll find comfort in your time of grief, and that you’ll continue to be comforted throughout your journey toward healing. All my love your way.

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    Rev. Jeff Barnes says

    My heart goes out to the Spain Family. I’ve known Freddie and the Spain family all my life. To the family, let God be your comforter. He’s the only one that will get you all through this trying time. From my wife and I, we love you all!
    Yours truly,
    Brother/Uncle/Rev. Jeff Barnes

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    Lysander “Rooster” Bolden says

    Prayers go out to the Spain-O family. He was truly a blessing to all he met. Rest easy my brother! Stay strong and peace and blessings to the family.

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    Jerry Rodriguez says

    Freddie, I remember my first day on CV-66. You took Steve and I up to the Catapults. I was nervous not knowing what to expect, but after meeting you I knew everything was going to be alright. You were always the calm in the midst of any storm. God Bless you my brother.

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