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Paul Spencer Obituary
Paul Vee Spencer, age 83, long time resident of Salem and Spanish Fork, Utah passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving wife and family on Wednesday, January 16, 2008. He was born January 1, 1925 to Ida Shepherd and Henry Murt Spencer in Indianola, Utah. He was the 9th child of 14 children.
He met his loving wife, Phyllis Beckstrom, and they were married December 6, 1947. They were later sealed in the Manti Temple on January 28, 1964.
Paul was a loving husband, an awesome Dad, and the greatest grandfather ever. He had nicknames for everyone and loved spending time with his family.
He attended school in Fairview, Utah. He served in the United States Navy during World War II. He was an honorary member of the Diamond Fork Riding Club, and a member of the American Legion.
Paul served in the Salem 1st Ward Bishopric and Salem City Council. He worked at Geneva Steel for 39 ¸ years.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; one son, Sterling (Paula) Spencer; four daughters, Tonya (Don) Williams; Idene (Gary) Christensen; Pennie (Dan) Nielsen; and Pattie (Ken) Post; sisters, Norma Norman; Thelma Edwards; and two brothers, Fred Spencer; O-Neil Spencer.
A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, January 22, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the Salem 1st Ward Chapel, 60 South Main Street, Salem. Family and friends may call on Monday evening, January 21, 2008 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Walker Mortuary, 187 South Main, Spanish Fork or on Tuesday morning at the church from 9:45-10:45 a.m. prior to services. Interment will be in the Salem City Cemetery.
The family wishes to thank the home health nurses that took such care of Paul, Deena McCloud and Bonnie Ballard.
Condolences may be sent to the family at: www.walkerfamilymortuary.com
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valli lundell
January 29, 2008
Aunt Phyliss and family
Just letting you know we love you and will miss Uncle Paul. He was just the most special man to so many people. He left lots of memories for all of us. If you need anything please let us know cause times will be lonely but he will always be with you. Love ya
Richard Lowe
January 22, 2008
When I was 19 years old, I went to work at Geneva Steel, I was put on the plate dock and worked with Paul. He was like a father too me at Geneva, he took care of me. I love that man, what a great guy.
Dustin,Jen,Kaitlyn,& Troy Spencer
January 22, 2008
Uncle Paul was always so easy to talk to and welcoming to me and my family I will never forget the times I spent on the mountain or in camp with him telling me about growing up in Indianola, and all the things Him and my Grandpa did as kids We will miss you very much Uncle Paul!
Cheryl Tibbs
January 21, 2008
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Nikki Coombs
January 21, 2008
I just want to express my deepest sympathy and let you know how much I’ll miss Paul’s twinkling eyes and grin at the Spanish Fork Clinic. The whole office always seemed to light right up when he would walk in the front door. I’ll never forget his pink poodle purse…we have a photo of him, with the purse, up at the front desk! It’s very hard to bear the loss when loved ones go away. Still, may the thoughts of those who care bring courage for you today. May your cherished memories bring comfort to you, too and help to make your loved one seem still very close to you.
Harold & Gloria Cox
January 21, 2008
Dear Phillis & Family: May our Love and thoughts be with you. We are truly going to miss Paul. We have shared so many wonderful experiences together over the years. These changes in life come. We are never ready for them. Know, our memories & prayers are with you. You are truly our best friends!
Donna Monson
January 21, 2008
Dear Spencer Family,
Grandpa Spencer will be missed at Cheyenne and Riggs birthdays, he had such a wonderful sense of humor. I will always remember how good he treated my son, Cache, when he joined your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We feel very blessed to have been a part of such a wonderful mans life.
With All Our Love
Doug and Donna Monson (of Levan)
Fran Jones
January 21, 2008
Dear Spencer Family,
What a wonderful family you are! I love you guys and I am so thankful for the friendships I have with you. Also I'm thankful for the friendship our parents had. I am thinking of you at this time.
Sincerly, Fran Jones
Rae Thomas
January 20, 2008
What a man we have in Paul. He is an inspiration to all and I loved him very much. He will always be remembered by all of us who knew him as the happy go lucky man he always has been. I will always remember his sweet and funny stories and saying hi to him when I would visit Mom. What a sweetheart. All the best to all the family. I love you all. Just always remember we will all be together again.
Terrill Turner
January 20, 2008
Aunt Philis & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. Paul was a great uncle and we loved him dearly. He will be greatly missed.
Love you all,
Tamma Turner (Spencer) & Family
Kitzey & Kirk Lerwill
January 20, 2008
Dear Spencer Family,
We will truly miss uncle Paul. He was the best story teller ever.I could sit & listen to him talk about his childhood, hunting memories or anything for hours. He was always so nice to everyone. I always looked forward to the Spencer family reunions every year just so I could see him and his cute little dog he always had with him. He never went anywhere without that dog did he???? Aunt Phylis, you have lots of close family that loves you very much. Keep the memories going. We love you all very much!!!!
Shirleen Bennett
January 19, 2008
Phylis, and family we want you to
know that our thoughts and prayers
are with you. We will miss Paul, but it helps to know that he is with his family that have passed on. Stay strong, and take care of each other.
We Love You
Shirleen & Max Bennett
Jared Spencer
January 19, 2008
Grandpa, I will never forget the times we spent together. You where the best and are. Iwill never ever forget you.I will cherish them moments forever i miss you GRANDPA I LOVE YOU LOVE ALWAYS JARED
Judy Robinson Spencer
January 19, 2008
Dear Spencer family,
My deepest condolences at the passing of this dear man..
I know most of you having grown up in Salem, but Pattie mostly..
It is very hard no matter the age or circumstance saying goodbye to one we love.
May God bring comfort to each of you...
Shelley Williams (Spencer)
January 19, 2008
Aunt Phyllis & family -
I just wanted to send my love and prayers to you at this time. My thoughts are with you and wish we could have made it down for the funeral. Uncle Paul was a favorite Uncle of mine and I have many dear, happy and fond memories of him.
Love Shelley Williams (Spencer)
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