James C. Vanderpool

James Vanderpool, 89, of Franklin, died on April 13, 2026 at Atrium Medical Center ER. He was born on January 9, 1937 in Fincastle, KY to James B. and Ruby (Shoemaker) Vanderpool.

He was a Foreman at Armco Steel BOF and retired after 34 years, in 1989. James was an avid fan of sports and thoroughbred horseracing and loved fishing in Canada. He also obtained his private pilot's license.

James is survived by his wife of 69 years, Carol J. Vanderpool; daughter, Cathy Jo Vanderpool; granddaughters, Emily Veroni and Caitlyn Costa; and 6 great grandchildren, Lola, Anabella, Hayden, Gio and twins, Lily and Rose.

He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, Dolores Lewis, Norma Woods and Beverly Skiba.

Visitation will be Monday 4/20/2026, from 10:00 to 11:30 AM at Spaulding Funeral Home & Crematory, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd (at Bonita Drive), Middletown, OH 45044.

Funeral Service will be at 11:30 AM at the funeral home with family officiating. Interment will be at Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum.

Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice Care of Middletown, 4418 Lewis Dr. St. B, Middletown, OH 45044.

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