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We're celebrating the dedication of the Bill Spilde Press Tower at Nordic Speedway, a tribute to a man who cherished the races and the community they brought together.
Bill Spilde's story is one of resilience, hard work, and an unwavering love for his family and community. Born into a large family of 13, Bill was the second oldest child of Leonard and Florence Spilde. At  age 12, he was farmed out to the Christopherson’s, where he worked to support his family. These early experiences shaped Bill's character and strong work ethic.
Bill's life was marked by various jobs and countless connections with people in Decorah. He worked for Clint Monson at a service station, his uncle Gavin Spilde at the Spilde body shop, and later at the County Farm, where he milked cows, planted crops, and lived the good life. During this time, he met Nancy, and together they had four children.
In 1963, Bill moved to town and started working at K&S Super Value, where he carried out groceries and got to know the great people of Decorah. He later worked at and managed  Jack & Jill Grocery Store for 13 years, continuing to build relationships with community members.
In 1981, Bill ventured into entrepreneurship, buying his first car wash from Bob Ellickson. Four years later, he started his second car wash, Bright Spot 2, now next to Goodyear.  By 2000, Bill sold his car washes to his sons, Steve and Mark, and began working at NAPA Auto Parts. In his spare time, Bill restored a Model T and a Model A, showcasing his love for classic cars.
Bill also found joy in fixing mowers and helping community members. His later years were spent visiting his sons at the car wash, ensuring everything was running smoothly, and enjoying tasty donuts. Bill's dedication to his family and the community never waned, even as he continued to work at Usguard & Smith for another ten years.
Bill and Nancy raised four wonderful children: Luann, Mark, Steve, and Lisa. They also took in and raised Danny and Deann, the children of Bill's brother Fritz and his wife Carole, who tragically died in a car accident.
Today, as we celebrate the opening of the Bill Spilde Press Tower, we remember a man who loved the races at Nordic Speedway and cherished every moment with the community. Bill Spilde's life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and love for family and friends. His legacy will continue to inspire us all.
Thank you, Bill, for your incredible contributions to our community. Your spirit lives on in the hearts of everyone who knew you. Here's to you, Bill Spilde, and the countless memories you left us with at Nordic Speedway.

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