Joseph E. Spitznagel's obituary , Passed away on August 23, 2025 in Phenix City, Alabama

Joseph E. Spitznagel

September 4, 1938 - August 23, 2025 (86 years old)

Phenix City, Alabama

Joseph E. Spitznagel's obituary , Passed away on August 23, 2025 in Phenix City, Alabama

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Vance Brooks Funeral Home - Phenix City

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Joseph E. Spitznagel

September 4, 1938 - August 23, 2025 (86 years old)

Phenix City, Alabama

Joseph E. Spitznagel Obituary

The passing of Joseph E. Spitznagel of Phenix City, Alabama leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on August 23, 2025 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Joseph E. Spitznagel or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Spitznagel, Sr. and Hildagard Spitznagel; his daughter Christina Ann Spitznagel; and his siblings, Mary Lou Noon, Dot Frantz, Frank Spitznagel, Jr., Jack Spitznagel, Marvin Spitznagel and Harvey Spitznagel.

He is survived by: his wife Doris Burnham Spitznagel of Phenix City, AL; his children, Joseph Spitznagel of Columbus, GA, Regina Nix (Jason) of Harris County, GA, Thomas Spitznagel (Marquett) of Phenix City, AL and Sherri Spitznagel (Robert Enke) of Columbus, GA; his grandchildren, Chelsea Bussey (Adam), Ryan Nix, Emma Spitznagel, Madison Nix, Reese Spitznagel and Ava Bishop; and his great grandchild Kyndall Nix. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and many caring friends.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Vance Brooks Funeral Home - Phenix City



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August 27, 2025

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“To Doris and family You are all in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. Brent Crowder”


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August 27, 2025

Brent crowder wrote a sympathy message

“Joe and Doris have been clients of mine for many years and I have had the privilege of getting to know them and also consider them friends.. Joe was a caring husband, father and grandfather and it was apparent to me that family was most important him. He will be greatly missed. My condolences to Doris and his family. Regards Brent Crowder”


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Aug 27

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Vance Brooks Funeral Home - Phenix City
3738 US-431, Phenix City, AL 36867

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Aug 27

Funeral service

Vance Brooks Funeral Home
3738 US-431, Phenix City, AL 36867

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Aug 28

Funeral service

Vance Brooks Funeral Home - Phenix City
3738 US-431, Phenix City, AL 36867

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Aug 28

Burial

Lakeview Memory Gardens
4310 N AL-1, Phenix City, AL 36867

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