Condolences

• 09/03/2024

  Brenda Hyndman

  Cindy and Jessie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rev. Dave inspired me in so many ways. He was a very big part of our life when we were younger, from marrying Ron and I, baptizing both of the kids, and being there when my dad was sick. I still remember his comforting words the day we lost my dad. I am sorry that I won't be able to attend calling hours or the funeral, but my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Brenda Hill Hyndman

• 09/03/2024

  Joe Wright

  Prayers and blessings to Cindy, Jess and all of Speed's family. He was a man of God and is now with Jesus. Praise God for his life, love and faith.

• 09/03/2024

  Mindy & Robert Haspel Jr

  Rev. Sperry married my husband and I in June 2001 at Brentwood U. M. He was a great man and we enjoyed the time we got to know him before our ceremony. We was so kind and welcoming. He had a great attitude and we were so happy to have his perform our ceremony, we loved that he added a lil humor to our special day and we will always remember him for it. Our deepest condolences go out to his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!! God Bless you all!!

• 09/03/2024

  Mindy & Robert Haspel Jr

  He (not we) was so kind and welcoming.

• 09/03/2024

  Casey Wyckoff

  I am very sorry to hear of Rev. David's Passing. I got the chance to meet him when he married my friends Melissa and Sean Taylor. He was such a nice man. We sat together at their rehearsal dinner and talked about motorcycles, fishing, and camping. I am very glad I met him. Once again I am very sorry. You all are in my prayers. Casey Wyckoff Steubenville, Ohio

• 09/03/2024

  Richelle Jeter

  It saddens me to learn of Pastor Sperry's passing. I cherish the memories I have of him at Simpson. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.

• 09/03/2024

  Darla

  My deepest sympathy to all of the family. Dave was a wonderful person and a dear friend! He will be missed... but I celebrate in knowing where he is! Darla Murray

• 09/03/2024

  Rena Koski-White

  Dear Cindy and Jessie, I am sorry to hear of "Speed's" passing, thoughts and prayers to you.

• 09/03/2024

  Greg & Esther Courtney

  One of the greatest men we have known. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you.

• 09/03/2024

  lisa marietti-burch

  Dear cindy you might not remember me but i know you and dave both from the dr's office i worked in (dr Jones) and know you from debbie hoppel and the girls and you know my sister sharon mathieu. but i wanted to let you know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. dave was a very kind loving person and he will be missed. with all my love, friendship and prayers lisa and kevin burch

• 09/03/2024

  Randy and Heather Cottis

  Cindy, We were saddened to hear that Reverend Sperry had passed away. He was such a great person who always had a smile on his face and an infectious laugh. We have many fond memories of him from baptizing Heather, meeting with us and giving us advice on marriage and eventually marrying us. We will always treasure those memories and he will always be in our hearts. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

• 09/03/2024

  Michelle Artman

  Cindy, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. We love you all very much. Michelle and Kevin

• 09/03/2024

  Margret (aunt Marge) Moore

  Dear Cindy and family, know that I am with you in spirit and you will be in my daily prayers. I'm so sorry I can't be there in person. Love and prayers, Aunt Marge

• 09/03/2024

  Kathy and Dan Sommers

  We are so very very sorry to hear about Rev Dave's passing. He inspired us so much at Brentwood. Those were the happiest days of our life when we attended church. Dave's sermons were so uplifting and made our days so much better. We are so sad that his life here is over but i know God needed him and we will see him when our days are over. What a good man,husband,and father is was. He will be missed so much. I personally have missed him since we moved to Florida. I was so happy to go to church every sunday and to go to Bible study. May God Bless you and watch over you. Our sympathy to you and your family. Love Dan and Kathy Sommers, Pierson, Florida.

• 09/03/2024

  Tammi Marsh & Buz Long

  Thoughts and prayers are with you all. So sorry for your loss.

• 09/03/2024

  Karen (Moore) Soto

  When I saw the picture on the site, all I could do was smile. I have only pleasant thoughts and memories of Speed with Cindy for as long as I have known him. How blessed you both were to have each other,and a loving family. My love, thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Karen

• 09/03/2024

  Pastor Lu Ann

  Dear Cindy and family, Dave had an infectious smile and spirit. We went to local church school together, and we shared our great love for the Lord every time we were in fellowship. When I heard of Dave's passing, I stopped the car and cried. But, then, I heard Dave's voice say, "Lu Ann, I'm fine, I'm spending Christmas with Jesus," and I could see that huge smile on his face; then I knew that Dave was well. I am sorry I was unable to come to the funeral. I will miss him here on earth, but I can't wait to see him in heaven. I have every confidence that he is having a wonderful time with Jesus and the angels! May God's peace prevail for your family in at this time. Pastor Lu Ann and Neil

• 09/03/2024

  Gayle Moore Brancazio

  Cindy and family sorry for you loss seeing the picture on this site like my sister karen and seeing him smile is how I will always remember him My prayers are with you and Jesse. I will miss him. all my love.........Gayle

• 09/03/2024

  Linda Oller Rymer

  I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Dave back from our high school days. Have not seen him since I left Steubenville in 1975 but I remember what a wonderful person he was. Always had a smile on his face. Heaven has another Angel.

• 09/03/2024

  Theresa Locke

  Words can't express how deeply I'm sorry about the passing of such a wonderful minister and friend.The last time I talked to Pastor Dave was at Laken's wedding and it was just like we just seen each other,he talked to me about getting back into a church and how he didn't let this cancer get him down,he was a fighter for sure and the thing I can remember the most is His love for the Lord,His Bible Studies on the Purpose Driven Life and taking us to see the Passion Movie and down to the Mission in Steubenville to serve a Sat meal.I also remember his love for the Green Bay Packers and his many different ties,He just knew how to light up Mt Zion and Pleasant Grove when He pastored there and I know many hearts from both churches and all the other churches that He served are also hurting but I know the most important people really in Pastor Dave's life was his family,His beloved best friend & wife Cindy and his daughter and son in law Jessie and Todd and his grandkids.May God comfort all of you at this time and know Dave is among a wonderful group of servants up in Heaven now including my best friend Betty Garrett. May the Peace & love of God be with you at this sad time and know you all are in my thoughts and prayers & I love you in Christ.

• 09/03/2024

  Jackie Weaver & Chad Boyer

  We are deeply sorry for your loss. David will be greatly missed. He's touched many lives and will live on in memories of everyone that knew him. Love, Jackie & Chad

• 09/03/2024

  Urban Mission

  The Urban Mission of Steubenville, OH sends its condolences to the Sperry family. Mr. Sperry was a wonderful man of God, who served His people well.

• 09/03/2024

  Paula Reid

  Cindy and Jessie, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Dave. I worked at Dr Tamboli's and I always enjoyed talking to him when he came in. He was such a kind person. I will keep you in my prayers.

• 09/03/2024

  Jeannie Bodor-Wilson

  Cindy and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I am so glad I got to see the both of you at the Taylor wedding last fall.

• 09/03/2024

  Audrey Gleske

  I'm terribly sorry I'm unable to come to Ohio and wish now that Mom and I had made it up to see him when we came up to see Margaret Powley. Please know that you all are in our thoughts, to you Jessie and family and to you Cindy. As well as Aunt JoAnn, Susan and Judy. We may not stay in touch much, but I love you all very much and think of you from time to time. Know your in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I know Speed will be missed dearly. He was a special person. Love Audrey

• 09/03/2024

  Nancy & Harley Hillyer

  Cindy and family: We are deeply saddened by Dave's passing but we know where he is and glad his suffering is over. We're sorry Harley's health did not permit us to be with you at this time, but our many thoughts are with all of you. We have many happy memories of Dave during his years at Mt. Zion. Blessings to your family. We love you.

• 09/03/2024

  Joe Hammer

  So sorry to hear of Dave's passing... I'll always remember his giant grin and the surprised look on his face when he laughed. He will be missed.

• 09/03/2024

  Babs Ferguson

  I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

• 09/03/2024

  Ed & Karen Pethtel

  We are really sorry to hear about Dave's passing . He was a really good man and a friend.

• 09/03/2024

  Carol Masci

  Cindy & Jessie, I'm so sorry for your loss. But you know Speed will always be watching over you and always with you in your heart.

• 09/03/2024

  Frances (Archer) Nottingham

  Madilyn & Debbie,So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. We just never know how many days we have on this earth. From reading the other condolences it sounds as though Dave spent his days making the most of his time by helping others to know the Lord. My sincere sympathy to you and his entire family.