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Michael Allen Spencer, age 62, of Columbus, Ohio passed away on Monday, January 26, 2026, in Columbus, Ohio, due to heart failure.
Michael was born on January 10, 1964, in Columbus, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his father, Denver Ernest Spencer; his mother, Elizabeth Spencer; his son, Austin Spencer; and his nephew, Denver Ernest III "Trey."
Michael loved fishing and hunting and was well known for joking around and making people laugh. His humor, warmth, and easygoing nature brought joy to those around him and will be fondly remembered.
Michael is survived by his children, China Spencer and Allen Spencer; his grandchildren, Knyomie, Knalanie, and Knamari'e; his brothers, Denver Ernest Spencer "Buddy," David Dean Spencer, and Danny Duane Spencer (Amanda); and his sisters, Patsy June Spencer (Gary Eutseler), Diana Lynn Spencer (Rob Hughes), Kimberly Ann Spencer, and Carolyn Sue Willis (Duane Willis). He is also survived by extended family members and friends.
Michael will be remembered with love and deeply missed by his family and all who knew him.
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4341 North High Street, Columbus, OH 43214

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