Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1937
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Herman Spear Obituary
He was born in Gardiner, Maine, on July 12, 1937, the son of Herman Richard Sr. and Margaret (Barry) Spear.
Dick attended Gardiner schools before joining the Air Force in 1956. Dick worked for Roadway for several years as an over the road truck driver for which he relocated over the years in Pennsylvania and New Hampshire. After retirement, he spent his summers in Bangor and Orono, Maine, and winters in his home in Haines City, Fla.
Dick was an avid golfer all his life and enjoyed watching the Patriots and the Red Sox, playing bingo, black jack, concerts, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends.
He was predeceased by his parents; son, Daniel Spear; and sister, Pat Bennett.
Dick is survived by his children, Mark Spear and his partner, Susan, of Readfield, Peter Strong and his husband, Mel, of Seattle, Washington; daughter-in-law, Tammy Spear and her partner, David, of West Gardiner; his five grandchildren, Rodney Spear of Sidney, Brooke Quirion of West Gardiner, Hayley Spear of Kennebunk, Ryan Spear of Chelsea and Kasie Grant of Farmingdale; five great-grandchildren, Brad, Myah, Brianna, Oliver and Sydney; nephews, stepchildren and special partner of seven years, Beverly Lugden of Orono and her family.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, June 11, at 11 a.m., at Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, Gardiner.
Arrangements are in the care of Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine. Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website: familyfirstfuneralhomes.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Herman Spear
2 Entries
Mark & Lori Gagnon
June 3, 2019
Mark and I are so sorry for your loss. I'm sure he will be missed dearly. Our hearts are with you all.
June 3, 2019
I'm so sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you in this time of grief. 1 Thessalonians 5: 17 "pray constantly"
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Herman Spear's name
Memorial Events
for Herman Spear
Jun
11
How to support Herman's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Herman Spear's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
