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Christopher Spencer Obituary

SPENCER Christopher William, 19, died Feb. 6, 2018 in Lexington, KY. Born June 10, 1998 in Lexington, KY, he was the son of Gregory Allen (Lisa) Spencer and Kathryn Spencer (Robert) Burkhart. Christopher was a graduate of Henry Clay High School and was an electrical assistant for Dan Sons Electric. He was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing with his father Greg, and loved spending time at Red River Gorge with his friends. He also had a passion for music, and a zest for life. Additional survivors include his grandfather, William Rayburn; sister, Ashley; brother, Matthew; step-brothers, Joshua Burkhart, Raleigh, NC and Michael Burkhart, Seattle, WA; aunt, Maggie Varin; uncle, Darrell (Suzy) Rayburn; cousins, Amy Holland, Kevin (Shannon) Rayburn, and Keith (Lori) Rayburn. He was preceded in death by grandparents, Weltha Rayburn and William and Peggy Spencer. He will be missed by many friends, family, and his dogs, Marley and Daisy. Funeral service will be held 2 pm Sat., Feb. 10 at Davis & Davis Funeral Home, 777 W. College Ave., Stanton, KY 40380. Visitation was held 5-8 pm Fri., Feb. 9 at Kerr Brothers Funeral Home, 463 E. Main St. Lexington, KY, 40507. Burial will be held in the Red River Gorge, which he loved so much, at the Spencer Private Cemetery.
Published by Lexington Herald-Leader on Feb. 10, 2018.

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Amber Mason

August 28, 2018

I miss you so much I wish you was here

Eleesa Goins

February 25, 2018

I just read of this horrible loss. My heart aches for the loss of someone you all loved so much. I could never imagine the pain. With hope, and some peace to your hearts, Eleesa

Janet Morgan

February 13, 2018

Greg, Kathy, Ashley and Matt - I know your grief is immeasurable and my prayers rise up for God's watch care over each of you. May the memories of your beloved Chris bring you comfort in these days.

Everett Vital

February 13, 2018

Oh Kathy such an unspeakable tragedy! You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Such a great loss. A hug of sympathy and compassion goes out to you.

Bonnie Barnes

February 12, 2018

My sincerest condolences to the Spencer family. Praying for peace and comfort.
Mrs. Bonnie Barnes

February 10, 2018

My heartfelt condolences to the family at this most difficult time. May God's loving kindness comfort you and help you in this time of grief. Psalm 119;50 & 76 -RJP

Janet Morgan

February 9, 2018

Greg, Kathy, Ashley and Matt - I know your grief is immeasurable and my prayers rise up for God's watch care over each of you. May the memories of your beloved Chris bring you comfort in these days.

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