Gordon Dale Spain Obituary

In loving memory of Gordon Dale Spain of Chillicothe, Illinois, who departed this world on November 14, 2025 at the age of 89. Gordon leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gordon Dale Spain to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Roy Spain and Nina Spain (Hubbs); his son David Spain; and his siblings, LeRoy Spain and Marilyn Bradley.

He is survived by: his wife Dorothy; his children, Darbi Dietrich (Toby) of Chillicothe, Illinois and Dan Spain; his grandchildren, Chase Dietrich (Zina), Drake Dietrich, Ava Tilson (Braden) and Gage Spain (Ellen); Carolyn Roach of Thompsonville, Illinois..

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Greater Peoria Honor Flight, P.O. Box 5072, Peoria, IL 61601.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Henderson Funeral Home and Crematory

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November 16, 2025

Kim Frederking wrote a sympathy message

“Dorothy, Darbi and family, I am so very sorry for your loss. Your father has always been so kind to me over the years. I appreciated that more than you will ever know. Please know I am here for you and the family as always. Love Kim”

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