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William Spence Obituary
WORCESTER - William S. Spence, 70 of Worcester died Tuesday, May 18th in Baystate Medical Center after a brief illness. He is survived by his two daughters, Monique Spence and Nicole Smith and her husband, Mitchell; his mother, Barbara (Dupont) Spence; six grandchildren, Christopher Leanna, Marlon Toon, Jr., Justin Toon, Lucien Leanna, Hope Smith, Mitchell Smith, Jr. along with extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his brother Gary Spence and his daughter, Mercedes C. Leanna.
He was born in Worcester, his father was the late William H. Spence. Bill was a veteran of the United States Army, serving in Germany with the Military Police. He enjoyed gardening, fishing, Keno and time spent with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Funeral services will be private and held at the convenience of the family, O'CONNOR BROTHERS FUNERAL HOME is assisting the family with arrangements.
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Kathy Ambush Smith
May 14, 2024
My memories of growing up in Worcester include those of Billy, his parents and learning what life was all about as teens. I am grateful to all those adults who sowed into us. Billy, wherever your spiritual journey has taken you, I pray your spirit is prospering. God Bless You.
Carolyn Burnett
May 30, 2021
To Charlene, the Spence family and friends: I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your love one, Bill. I know that he will be truly missed. May God send the comforter for each of you and may his memory be a blessing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
mimi price
May 27, 2021
sorry for your loss
Craig I Brown
May 25, 2021
My deepest Sympathy to the Spence Family.
Henry Walley
May 24, 2021
Rest in peace my friend.
Your friendship can never be replaced I'll miss you smile and laugh
Philip Fisher
May 23, 2021
My deepest condolences for Billy who I am proud to say was one of my oldest friends. Me and Larry, Billy and Gary, Mrs Spence, Big Red and my parents taking us little kids every Sunday to Pinecroft dairy for ice cream. Saying a prayer for you Billy and your family.
Charlene Evans
May 23, 2021
I will forever remember the wonderful times when we visited Billy and Charlene. He took great joy in updating his "Uncle Bob" on family and friends. It was obvious that he was an amazing caretaker to those around him. I am sure he will be missed forever. May God's peace and comfort be with those he loved and those who loved him.
Pamela Jones
May 22, 2021
Sending love & condolences to Billy's family & friends. He was like a brother to us; we all have very good memories of him from our early lives. May he rest in Heavenly peace
Claudia A Reed
May 22, 2021
My sincere and deepest condolences to the family. Billy will be truly missed. I will miss his smile. He was a dear friend. I will keep The family in my prayers..
Kathy Ambush Smith
May 22, 2021
Please know that my family has your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bring all of you comfort and peace and surround "Billy" with His Love.
Abdul Muwwakkil
May 22, 2021
Our teen age years seem like a long time ago RIP I hope G'd men this difficult time for your loved ones as easy as possible.
Patricia Jones
May 21, 2021
Deepest condolences to the Spence family.
Linda Reed & Family
May 21, 2021
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Spence family during this difficult time.
Cheryl Anne Caldwell Rome
May 21, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Cookie Alston
May 21, 2021
My sympathies to William and his family. May he rest in peace
Stephen Bevis
May 21, 2021
I met Bill less than a year ago, and my work experience with him was the best. I appreciated his kind sincerity and friendship. RIP.
Philip C Price Jr
May 21, 2021
My sincerest condolences along with thoughts and prayers to the family in your time of need
Sadie and English
May 21, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Rest easy Billy.
Marsha (Dinkins) Ward
May 21, 2021
RIP my friend..
Thomas Doughton
May 21, 2021
So sorry, my deepest condolences
Nichole Ruhl
May 21, 2021
Deepest condolences to all of Bill's friends and loved ones. Will miss him, and especially his laugh around the office.
JIM BOYDEN
May 21, 2021
Worked with Bill at NPS,he will be missed.Sorry for your loss.
Burncoat Senior High- Class of 1969
May 21, 2021
Please accept the condolences from the class. We are very sorry to have lost our class President. Our deepest sympathies to his family!
Sandra Alafberg
May 21, 2021
I was sorry hear of Billy's passing my condolences to his mom children and grandchildren.
Nancy Alexander Jarvis
May 21, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss, Monique and Nicole. Prayers and love to all of the family. You are in my heart.
Tonya Johnson
May 20, 2021
I´m deeply sorry your family is experiencing the pain of a loss like this. My heart goes out to each of you. Your family is in my prayers.
Charles Corsetto
May 20, 2021
He was a wonderful person and a wonderful boss worked with him in Lowell sadly missed by myself and Morgan and Susan
Herbert M. Jones
May 20, 2021
There was a time when I was without income to take care of my family and Billy offered me a job and helped me to provide for my family. Wonderful person, great smile and a good friend. I will miss you, may you rest in peace
Kenneth Troy
May 20, 2021
Our prayers go out to all of the family. Billy was a stand up person that my family knew since his youth. A man that displayed good nature, and a loving respect for many of us. He will be missed, but know that he now rest in the arms of our Lord.
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