Paul W. "Pete" Spence Jr.

Paul Spence Obituary

Paul W. "Pete" Spence, Jr., 68, of 22 Winter St., died Saturday, November 3, 2007, in his residence.

He leaves his wife, Patricia "Gail" (DeMoranville) Spence; two sons, David of North Brookfield and Bennett Spence in Japan, serving in the US Navy; three daughters, Kelle Spence Bond of Brewster, NY, Melissa Soto of Westfield and Kathleen Spence of Hudson, NH; three brothers, Keith "Butch" Spence, Sr. and Richard Spence, both of Brookfield and William Spence of Sturbridge; four sisters, Sally Mead of Palmer, Barbara Nase of Derry, NH, Janice Byrer of Morgantown, W.VA and Dr. Ruth-Ann Spence of Liberty, ME and five grandchildren. He was born in Cambridge, the son of Paul W. Sr. and Ruth (Bennett) Spence and lived most of his life in Brookfield, before moving to North Brookfield three years ago. Paul worked many years at the Paul Revere Insurance Co. and later he worked part-time for the Worcester Airport Limousine Co. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was also a volunteer for the Special Olympics. Pete was a well known sports enthusiast throughout Worcester County. He was a Baseball and Softball Umpire and was a referee for both Basketball and Football.

The funeral for Pete will be held on Wednesday, November 7, 2007, at 10:00 a.m. in the East Brookfield Baptist Church, 262 Main St., East Brookfield. Burial will follow with Military Honors in Brookfield Cemetery. Calling hours will be held Tuesday from 3:00- 7:00 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the East Brookfield Baptist Church, 262 Main St., East Brookfield, MA 01515 or to Ever Care Hospice, 850 Winter St., Suite 3800, Waltham, MA 02451. Pillsbury Funeral Home, Rte. 9, Old West Brookfield Rd., Brookfield is directing arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Nov. 5, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Spence

14 Entries

Joan Baumgartner

November 7, 2007

Dear Gail, Bill and family. As you know our friendship with Pete dates back to before the days of Paul Revere. We have many fond memories of him. I know one of Gerry's is the Sunday football games they played together. He still has the trophy their team won in 1974. I personally always credited him with changing my life. If it hadn't been for him setting up my first interview at Paul Revere, I probably would never have applied there. He was a friend in the true sense of the word. Our hearts go out to you at this very sad time. Joan & Gerry Baumgartner

Heidi Hunderup

November 7, 2007

Gail and Family,
You are all in my thoughts and I will continue to pray for your family. Remember to trust in the Lord with all your heart. Love Heidi

Bob and Sue Nolin

November 6, 2007

Gail,Bill and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We can not be with you during this very difficult time but are remembering Pete as he will always be in our memories.

sara joe heather victor steinmetz

November 6, 2007

my family and i were so lucky to have spent years as your neighbors and getting to know all of you i wish you all the best during this triing time Pete will be missed terribly

Barbara New

November 6, 2007

Dear Gail & family,
With deepest sympathy.We are so sad to hear of Pete's passing. Please know my husband and I share in your loss and are thinking of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you find comfort with family and fiends. Susan loved and will miss him as a great friend. (Sue Gilligan's mother)

Amy and James Casey

November 6, 2007

Dear Gail and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. May God give you the peace that surpasses all understanding. God bless.

Jim Gray

November 6, 2007

To the Spence family,I was saddened to hear of Pete's passing. He will be greatly missed. He was quite a guy, as well as an accomplished athlete. I could never beat him at golf. As a representative of the IBM Corp. I had the pleasure of working with Pete and Bill at Paul Revere in the 60's and 70's. May pleasant memories and the peace of our Lord comfort you during these dificult times. Sincerely, Jim Gray

Sherman and Joyce Martin

November 5, 2007

Dear Gail and family,
Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. Pete was a very good friend and will be missed by all of us. May your memories help you through this difficult time and in the days to come. We regret that we are not able to be there but will remember all of you in our prayers.
With deepest sympathies,

Bradley Junell

November 5, 2007

To all of Pete’s family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Just a little over 28 years ago, fresh out of high school, I started working for Paul Revere Insurance Company in the Computer room nights. Pete was my manager then and often I would borrow one of his “ties” so I could fill in for the day-shift. Pete was fair and down to earth and provided me with many opportunities to advance my career. Later in my career, I had the opportunity and honor to work with Pete as a fellow programmer and team-mate. Pete will always be in our hearts and memories.

Betty Bachand

November 5, 2007

Dear Gail, Bill and family - Pete was a ray of sunshine to me. He was so full of life and a joy to be around. He was unique, one of kind, and whenever I think of PR, I remember with a smile all the fun times we had. When I started my first programming job, Pete was a mentor to me. Someone I could go to for anything. He was so patient and supportive and taught me so much. He loved to help others and make them smile. Outside of work, he encouraged me to bowl in the candlepin bowling league. I was so terrible but Pete always encouraged me and made things fun. I still recall my surprise when he presented me with the trophy for 'most improved' bowler. I could go on forever with examples of how Pete brought joy to everyone around him. He had the biggest heart - and I am so blessed to have known him. It is a comfort to think of him in heaven, he will make a difference up there as he did here on earth and the stars will shine more brightly with Pete in our heavens. My thoughts and prayers are with you, my deepest sympathy.

Agnes M. Lyons

November 5, 2007

Dear Gail, My deepest condolances on Pete's passing. It has been a long time since I have seen you but I have thought of you from time to time. I will remember you all in my prayers.

Thomas Junell

November 5, 2007

My greatest sympathies to "Pete's" family. I worked with Pete for many years at Paul Revere. He was always a "happy-go-lucky" kind of guy and was willing to do anything for anyone. When he worked for me as a computer programmer, he was an expert at fixing problems, knowing the right people to get things done and coming into the office at anytime during the night to make those fixes. Pete was a guy I enjoyed working with very much and I thank him for all he has done.

Charlene Smolkowicz

November 5, 2007

Melissa and family,
Please know that you are in my prayers. What all of you did for your Dad was special to him and he is at peace knowing that family and love surrounded him. Let time and memories heal all of you.
Fondly,
Charlene

linda cournoyer

November 5, 2007

Dear Dick, Bill, Sally and other members of the Spence family,

Let me express my sincere sympathy in the loss of your brother, husband and dad. May you hold onto all the great memories that you shared with Pete during the years. I will keep you in prayer during this most difficult time.

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