Jerome Spann Sr

Service
Saturday, June 28, 2025
11:00 AM
Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church
809 Harding Street
Dr. Rev. Robert M. Castle, Pastor
Overseer Leonard C. Jones, Jr. Presiding Pastor
Church of the Living God Pillar and Ground of the Truth
Visitation
Friday, June 27, 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Chruch of the Living God Pillar and Ground of the Truth 1218 Gladiolus Street 76301
Interment
Crestview Cemetery
Military Honors
On September 8, 1942, Jerome Spann was born to William and Sarah Spann in Charleston, South Carolina. He was raised in the tight-knit Accabee community, where his early years were shaped by strong family roots and Southern traditions. At just 17, Jerome answered the call to serve and joined the United States Armed Forces, setting out on a path defined by courage, discipline, and dedication.
Jerome was one of eleven siblings, a testament to the deep familial roots that shaped his life. From an early age, he gave his life to Christ, a decision that guided his steps and anchored his faith through every season. In time, he met and married the love of his life, Ella Ruth Roberts. Together, they celebrated 51 years of marriage on October 19-a union marked by devotion, strength, and enduring love.
Through their blended family, four children were united under one roof, creating a legacy of shared memories and unconditional support. Jerome became a devoted member of the Church of the Living God, Pillar and Ground of the Truth, where he served faithfully until his passing, living out his beliefs through action and service.
He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, *William "Buster" and Sarah Spann; his brothers, *William "Billy" Spann, Jr. and *James Powell; his sister, *Helen Green; his cherished daughter, *Ella LaVorn Sanders; and his cherished grandson, *Simeon Shaw.
On Saturday, June 14, 2025, the heavens received a cherished soul, as God's special gift-Jerome Spann-was lovingly returned to the Sender.
His love for his grandchildren was boundless. He never missed a birthday, a school program, or an opportunity to brag about them at church. They knew Papa's hugs could fix almost anything.
In his church family, Jerome was a pillar. His gentle spirit, unwavering faith, and dependable presence brought comfort and strength. He taught by living, by praying, by showing up-week after week, year after year.
Into God's loving hands, he now entrusts the care of those dearest to him. His Wife, Ella Ruth Spann and children; *Ella LaVorn Sanders, Cynthia Gail Johnson, Valerie D. (James) Johnson, Jerome (Dominee) Spann Jr.; grandchildren; Elicia "Tolia" Johnson, *Simeon Shaw (Trunice), Candice Johnson, James (Rachael) Johnson Jr., Joshua Shaw, Nevia Shaw, Benjamin Shaw, Brittany (LaDerrious) Hargrave, and Ashlee Spann.
He is also lovingly remembered by his siblings, Joseph (Margaret) Spann, Annette Daniels, John (Janice ) Spann, Geneva Spann and sisters-in-law, Bertha Feaster, Alice Powell, Jeslon Mayo and LaDorris Roberts; his brothers-in-law, Phillip (Kathy) Roberts and Rickey (Melanie) Roberts; and his lifelong friend and confidant, George Brickhouse, whose bond stood the test of time.
He is survived by eighteen great-grandchildren; many cherished nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends, as well as many treasured Godchildren who were blessed by his love and guidance.
*denotes preceded in death