Bill Spivey

Bill Spivey obituary

Bill Spivey

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Bill Spivey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Wood Mortuary, Inc. - Greer on Mar. 30, 2026.
William Richard "Bill" Spivey, 83, passed away March 28, 2026.

A native of Greenville, son of the late Neal Archibald and Lucille Yow Spivey, he was a United States Navy Veteran, the owner of a heavy equipment safety protection installation company, a member of Taylors Lodge-345, and of the Methodist faith.

Surviving are his wife, Carol Ann Kirkland Spivey of the home; a son, William R. Spivey, Jr. (Hope) of Holiday, Florida; a daughter, Theresa Lynne of Greenville, South Carolina; a sister-in-law, Sharon Spivey of Greenville, South Carolina; and three grandchildren, Neal, Samantha, and Madison.

Mr. Spivey was predeceased by a brother, Larry N. Spivey.

A graveside service will be held 11:00 a.m., Thursday, April 9, 2026, at Graceland East Memorial Park with Military Funeral Honors conducted by Pastor Michael Cheatham.

The family will be at their respective homes.

Online condolences may be made to www.thewoodmortuary.com.

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