Katie Spencer

Katie Spencer

Katie Spencer Obituary

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SPENCER _ (nee Pitcher) Katie September 23, 1919 - April 6, 2006 Katie Spencer joined her forever sweetheart and husband, Mark, and two sons, Craig and Bruce, when she peacefully passed away in her sleep April 6, 2006. Katie was born to Walter and Nellie Hinman Pitcher in Cardston, Alberta, 1919. She married Mark Leslie Spencer in the Cardston Temple on December 26, 1939 and they were together on earth for fifty-six years. Her legacy is her family and she is survived by her children, Carmen (Rod) Atack, Randy (Peggy), George (Linda), Janine (Sherman) Packer, and Gary (Laura); a daughter-in-law Jackie Spencer and a sister Ruth Leavitt. She also has left twenty-two grandchildren and thirty-seven great-grandchildren. She was dedicated to standards of excellence and her sphere of influence was great in teaching school, serving in the LDS church and in celebrating her family. She was a courageous example as she saw good in both blessings and trials, and she faced her challenges with a determination that would make her pioneer ancestors proud. She will be greatly missed and reverently remembered by many. Funeral Services will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Parkland Chapel, 14540 Parkland Boulevard S.E., Calgary on Wednesday, April 12 at 3:30 p.m. with Bishop Dick Low officiating. Graveside Services and Interment will take place at St. Vital Cemetery, Winnipeg on Thursday, April 13. Arrangements are in care of PIERSON'S FUNERAL SERVICE. Telephone: 235-3602.

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Ian Northcott

April 13, 2006

When I was a younger man and would visit the Spencer home we were always welcome. I felt comfortable in their home. When Bro and Sis Spencer would retire for the eve, inevitably before we would leave, they turned down the thermostat. Inspite of that I have warm memories of these great people.

Herb Northcott

April 11, 2006

One of my fondest memories is going to Katie's home years ago with a large group of young people, playing games, and eating banana splits. Katie and Mark Spencer were role models and I have often reflected on the fine example they set. Katie was a good friend to my mother and Mom misses her dearly. Laura and I send our condolences to the Spencer family.

Sheila /Gordon Mears

April 11, 2006

We have known Katie and Mark since they moved to Winnipeg. We spent many happy hours together as we travelled the old Canada Winnipeg Mission together. During these times we came to realize that they were very special people and wonderful examples of dedication to the Gospel.



As the years passed by and Mark left us we rode to the Regina Temple every month with Katie for quite some time. It was during these times that we became personally aquainted with her love for her family and for Mark as well as her deep testimony of the truthfulness of the Gospel. Many and hour on those long six hour journeys we spent discussing what was really important in life.



When she was released from the temple there was an empty space in our car that was difficult to fill. Now she has left us again but this time it is not sadness we feel, but happiness in the fact that she is united with Mark again. We envy their family in that their parents seemed to be everything good parents should be. God bless Katie for her friendship, her love for her family and the Church.

Robert L. Northcott and Elaine

April 10, 2006

How do you express a few words that adequately summarize many years of edifying association with Mark and Katie and the Spencer family! It was an honour for me to serve Katie in a position of trust these last several years. Condolences to all the family left behind.

Hans & Cathy Finken

April 9, 2006

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Maggi Hadfield

April 9, 2006

We have such wonderful memories of both Katie and Mark that we will always treasure. As immigrants to Canada Mark and Katie used to visit our Branch in Thompson and our little children were treated by them as if they were their grandchildren. this was very special as our children never saw their grandparents.



When we moved to Winnipeg many years later it was wonderful to have a loving welcome from the Spencers. Katie and Mark made sure we found a home in their Ward that was suitable for our family and a good price.



Through the years it has been our priviedge to know them and then to work with and know and love Gary, George and Linda and their Family.

Our condolences to all the family at this time of parting, and our congratulations to Katie and Mark, who are finally rejoicing in a glorious re-union.... How wonderful!



With love,

Maggi & Jeff

Darell Pack

April 8, 2006

Heart felt wishes to the Spencer family during this time of sadness. What wonderful memories we have Katie and Mark; what a joyous reunion they will have on the other side. Bless you all.

Darell and Cory Pack and family.

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