Bobby Gene "Spike" Speight

Bobby Gene "Spike" Speight

Bobby Speight Obituary

Published by Chiles' Funeral Home, Inc. from Feb. 27 to Mar. 3, 2009.
SPEIGHT, Bobby Gene "Spike", departed this life February 25, 2009. He was predeceased by his father, Exum Speight. He is survived by his son, Anthony Speight; daughter, DaVonya Johnson; eight grandchildren, one great-granddaughter; mother, Josephine Speight; three sisters, Mamie Allison (David), Shirley St. Louis (Jean-Pierre), and Iola Speight; three brothers, Nathaniel, Melvin, and Anthony Speight (Faye); nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, among them one devoted, Denise Thompson. Remains rest at the Chiles Funeral Home, 2100 Fairmount Avenue, where funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 12 noon, with Pastor Connors officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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February 21, 2023

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February 3, 2010

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April 6, 2009

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Sandra Jackson-Harper

February 21, 2023

Spike I was just thinking about the good times we use to have. You and Peewee always treated me like yall were my Big Brothers I really miss you RIH

Abigail T. Yawn

April 6, 2009

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Bobby will be missed dearly. He is at peace and resting with his Father. We will keep the family uplifted in prayer.

The Thurman Family

david-mamie allison

February 3, 2010

spike is a true friend and a brother-in-law to me , he is all was there for me whenever i need someone to talk to, and he is always in my mind and prayer and b love by ever one. we all love u " spike "

Charles Bulluck

March 15, 2009

My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the Speight Family. I offer my prayers and best wishes to my family members and ask that God keeps His arms around each of us. I am your cousin Charles A. Bulluck from Tarboro, NC. I haven't seen any of you in person for a very long time and was very sorry that I didn't get the chance to see Gene before he went to rest with God. But I know that he is in very good hands now. Please know and remember that I LOVE you all and hope to see you soon, if God bless. Stay strong for each other and always stay in touch with the family members. I stay in touch with Josephine because she is my strength and we always have some good talks. Be there for her in her time of sorrow. My home telephone number is: 252-823-3575. My cell phone number is: 252-883-2487. My email address is [email protected],Mamie, Lip, Iola, Papoose, please give me a call sometimes. May God bless ALL of us.

KAREN PATILLO

March 4, 2009

The Patillo family sends their deepest sympathy and Devanya you and your family are in our prayers much Love from my family to yours

STEPHANIE

March 4, 2009

Tony (Anthony Speight) my prayers are with you. Keep your head up and know that someone is always looking over you.

Maxine Harvey

March 4, 2009

My heartfelt condolences to the Speight Family, at this time of sorrow in the loss of Gene. What loving memories I cherish as I reflect back on the kindness and love this family gave to all, especially to the Harvey Family. My heart is so heavy. Peace be with you, we will always love you. On this day, we are with you in spirit.
Maxine and Dwayne

Jeanand moochie James AND WEST

March 3, 2009

my condolence to you peewee and to the family for your greatloss in your family i remember you and your brother from the village days spike and peewee that was the good old days god speed to you spike you will be missed by family and friends

L. Shelia Thomas

March 3, 2009

Mrs. Joesphine and Family
I am going to miss my good friend Spike. He was like a brother to me. He had a kind soul and cared about others.I will miss his smile and laughter. May God continue to richly Bless each of you during your hour of bereavement. Just remember Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.

lil jackie

March 3, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

jackie Stewart

March 3, 2009

Exum, Joesphine, Mamie, Pee-Wee,Lip,Miss Ann,Papoose, we have all been together ever since 2nd St, Gene was like a brother to me and I will truly miss him and I always love as one of my brother. Gene had a good heart he always been shy with that beautiful smile on his face. I know that my brother is resting in peace and will always be missed al that known him

From the Staff of Chiles Funeral Home

March 3, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Ernestine & Josephine Archer

March 1, 2009

To PeeWee and family you have our deepest sympathy. You are in our prayers.

Clara Archer-Pate

March 1, 2009

To PeeWee and The Speight Family
Please accept my deepest and sincere condolences for the loss of Gene. I will always remember his oh so smile when we were growing up. I will keep you all in prayer.

Bonnie Peck

February 28, 2009

With deepest sympathy, I send my condolences. "Bobby" was a good hearted person. He has touched many hearts in his lifetime. He was always friendly and kind to others. Although he his gone fom sight, he would never be forgotton in my thoughts. I pray for his family and friends. Words cannot ease the loss your bear, just know that your are in everyones thoughts and prayers God bless you, former neighbor

Butch Rogers

February 28, 2009

My prayers are with the Speight Family. Bobby and I talked this past September and he was still Bobby. Soft spoken with a smile in his voice. We lost one heck of a friend.

Darlene Jordan

February 28, 2009

Mamie, PeeWee, Lip and other family members of Spike, I share my condolences for your loss of Spike. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow and may your memories of Spike give you strength.

Jean Harvey

February 27, 2009

My deepest sympathy to the Speight Family. Gene, Pee-Wee, Lips, Mamie Lee and I grew up together on Second Street. God Bless!!! Jean Harvey (804) 515-8909

Pamela Edwards

February 27, 2009

To PeeWee & The Speight Family:

Spike was a dear friend of mines and I will never forget the good times we shared as friends...he was also my neighbor and I am going to miss him dearly...words cannot express my sympathy of this great loss of such a good person...MAY GOD RICHLY STRENGTHEN THE SPEIGHT FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF BEREAVEMENT...

Roslyn Banks Goode, & Family

February 27, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sandra Jackson-Harper

February 27, 2009

My prayers and codolences goes out to the Speight family. I will always keep you in my prayers and close to my heart.

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