Eunice Erdene Spackman, 90, of Laramie, Wyoming passed away in the early hours on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Spring Wind Assisted Living. She was born on the family’s homestead, Akron, Colorado on March 14, 1928 to Eugene and Aura D. Vance. On December 18, 1949, she married the love of her life, Everett Wesley Spackman in Akron, CO.
Together they raised a family of four boys. Over the years they lived in Fort Collins, Colorado, Lincoln, Nebraska, and Cheyenne, Wyoming before settling in Laramie nearly 50 years ago. Eunice was very involved in her community. She was a member of the Genealogical Society, the UW Woman’s Club, the Square Dance Club, Lyceum, Laramie Garden Club, and the League of Women Voters. She was also a member of the PEO and the United Presbyterian Church. She worked for the American Heritage Center at the University of Wyoming for many years.
Her greatest roles were wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She loved sewing, cooking, Cowboy and Cowgirl Basketball, travel, and most importantly, taking care of her family.
Eunice is preceded in death by her parents, her brother and sister. She is survived by her husband of 69 years, Everett Spackman of Laramie, Wyoming. Her four sons: Lowell K. Spackman (Susan) of Laramie, Michael E. Spackman of Richardson, Texas, Daniel E. Spackman (Kelli) of Red Lion, Pennsylvania, and Curtis A. Spackman of Saratoga, California. She is further survived by her four grandchildren: Trent D. Spackman (Bridget) of York, Pennsylvania, Troy C. Spackman of Red Lion, Pennsylvania, Nicholas K. Spackman of Laramie, Wyoming and Corissa S. Spackman of Thornton, Colorado, and two great-grandchildren: Ian and Blaine Spackman of York, Pennsylvania.
Eunice donated her body for medical research and education to the Colorado State Antatomical Board. A memorial service will be held at United Presbyterian Church on February 8, 2019 starting at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Eunice’s name to United Presbyterian Church, 215 South 11th Street. Laramie, WY 82070 or the American Alzheimer’s Association.
Eunice was a wonderful woman and a mentor for us at the Presbyterian Church. Thank you Eunice!
Thank you for the kind words. She is remembered for the many kind things she did for others. She will be missed.
Eunice was a wonderful woman and mentor for me at the Presbyterian Church long ago. Thank you Eunice!
To all of the Spackman family -- Eunice was such a special friend for Jack and Betty Doerges and our entire family. They enjoyed the trips, UW basketball games, PEO, and activities at the United Presbyterian Church. Our special memories of Eunice include the trip to the East coast when our boys were young. What a wonderful time we had! Our family was so lucky to have Eunice as part of our special circle of friends. She will be missed.
Joe and Carol: I am so relieved to see that you received the message that my mom has past away. My dad could find your phone number. The Doerges were such an important part of my mom and dad’s life. They had many excellent adventures. I was saddened to hear of the passing of Jack and Betty. They were both special. Our condolences to you and your family.
We were so sorry to hear of Mrs. Spackmans passing. We will miss seeing her smile in the office. Dr. Shafer and staff
Shaun and staff: Thank you! She will be missed by many.
So sorry for your loss. But know that she is in the arms of loved ones that went before. I spent a lot of time in your home and she was always kind and supportive. I remember the time I hit my hand on the diving board and my parents were out of town and your mom and dad took me to the emergency room to have my hand x-rayed. Her and you father made me feel at home in your home. Give your Dad a hug for me.
Thank you, Jeff! I had forgotten you had hit your hand on the board. That was a nice memory you shared. Her ability and desire to help others was a big part of who she was throughout her life. She is now at peace from her pain.
I am so sorry to hear of Eunice's death, and her family and friends have my sincere sympathy. I knew Eunice while I was a work-study student in the Archives in Coe Library, 1972-1976. She was a lovely lady, always kind and helpful, and I wish I had known her better.
Thank you for remembering her. She was a special lady and we will miss her very much! Lowell
Lowell, sorry to hear about your mom. my prayers are with you and your family, from old classmate
Thank you, Pam! She will be greatly missed. We are thankful that she no longer has to live with the pain she endured the last couple years. Lowell
Dear Spike, Lowell, and families, Eunice was one of the first people I met when coming to Laramie in 1983. I was referred to the American Heritage by a friend in Washington, D.C. and Eunice was the receptionist at the AHC at the time. Over the years it has been my pleasure to continue to know Eunice and Spike as our paths crossed in the community. Eunice was always so kind, friendly, and caring. She helped to confirm that I had made the right choice in living in Laramie. You can be very proud of her.
Thank you for the kindness you have shown to all our family. We’ll miss my mom!! Lowell