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James Spears Obituary

SPEARS, James "Jamie" Age 39 of Hendersonville, passed away July 10, 2009. He is survived by his wife, Julie Warden Spears; children, Cole and Taylor Spears; parents, Suzanne Spears and Danny Spears; brother, Neal (Kelli) Spears; and several loving family members and friends. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, July 13th at 1 p.m., from Long Hollow Baptist Church, 3031 Long Hollow Pike, with David Landrith officiating. Interment will follow in Hendersonville Memory Gardens. Active Pallbearers will be Gary McCool, Benjamin Barmore, Jon Warden, Ben West, Andy Robertson and Harold Owen. Visitation with the family will be on Sunday from 4 - 8 p.m. at the funeral home, and on Monday from 12 p.m. until service time at Long Hollow Baptist Church. HENDERSONVILLE MEMORY GARDENS AND FUNERAL HOME, (615) 824-3855; www.harpethhills.com

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Published by The Tennessean on Jul. 12, 2009.

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Joe Beverley

July 20, 2009

Suzanne and Anita,
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your son and nephew. Hold on to the most precious of memories, remember only the best of times and hold no regrets, for no love is felt like that of a mother's love.

Bette Jewell

July 18, 2009

Dear Suzanne:
Words fail to express our immense sorrow for the loss of your precious son. Please extend our sympathy to his wife and children. Thank you for calling; We think of you often. I called Mom; she had not heard.

Brian Brown

July 17, 2009

Julie,

I don't have the words for you that describe my feelings today. My heart sank when I received your voicemail after being on the road this week. To say Jamie was special just doesn't explain it for me. I look back and my time was actually brief with Jamie. But in that time, Jamie showed me what he stood for. He was a man of great character. Someone I will always look up to. I was at a low point in my life when Jamie entered my world. He gave me strength and a desire for something more. You and the kids always came first. That is the way it should be. He is an example of how we men should should love our families. I now have a beautiful family that I can carry on what Jamie showed me. I will never forget our last trip to Lexington to see the Cats. Only wish we had made our picture then. Tell Cole and Taylor often how much their Dad loved them. Let me know of any needs you guys have and my family will be there for you. I am just too shocked right now, but I have many memories flooding back that I will always have. May God bring you peace. Love you guys.

Brian

Kimberly Fortier

July 16, 2009

Jamie and I worked together at Deloitte several years ago and he was a great all around person as well as coworker. I just heard the news tonight and am shocked and so sorry. Jamie and your family will remain in our prayers.

Kathy Farris

July 16, 2009

Suzanne, I learned about your loss today. I will pray for quick healing for you and your family. On behalf of many LG&E employees who may not be able to express their condolences, I'm sure they are also saddened by your loss as well. I didn't know Jamie but I sure he was a fine gentleman.
Deepest Simpathy,

July 16, 2009

To The Spears Family,
So sorry for your lose.
Jamie was a fine young man.
I will never forget Jamie being MVP
in the tournament when Fern Creek High
played at Fairdale.
Coach Gary Watson

July 15, 2009

Julie
This is Judy and Aunt Maxie sorry we could not be with you and the rest of the family mama just wasn't able to make it but you know how much we loved Jamie and you and Cole and Taylor. God will give you the strength you need. Love you all

Steve Powell

July 15, 2009

Julie,

I learned of Jamie's passing today. Larry Hart called. This is such sad news. I conversed via email with Jamie just last Tuesday about how he was still saving me money.

Jamie and I shared many good times on our travels, he always knew the good places to eat and things to do in the area. Some day, I would like to share some of those stories with you. Jamie always said that I had a lot of stories to tell.

My prayers will be with you and your children.

Chris Ayers

July 14, 2009

Julie,
I just found out about Jamie. I am so very sorry to hear about his passing. I am still in shock. You could tell by the way he carried himself that he was a good man, a good husband and father. Words fail me. I will pray for you, Cole and Taylor. If there is anything that I can do, please let me know.

Chris, Jackie and Sam Ayers

Ashley DeVault

July 14, 2009

Suzanne,

I am deeply saddened by your loss. My condolences are with you and your family in this time of need. May God bless you and give you peace and strength.

Amy Williams Scott

July 14, 2009

Julie, I was saddened by the news I got from Heather. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Michele Cummins

July 13, 2009

Julie, I am so sorry to hear about Jamie. You and the kids are in our thoughts and prayers.

Stacey Weber Pavlin

July 13, 2009

I am saddeened to hear about Jamie. I know how much he loved you. I hope your memories bring peace during this difficult time. Take care of yourself , and those beautiful children.

Amy Bish

July 13, 2009

Taylor,
I just heard of your daddys passing and I am praying for you, Cole and your mom. I am so sorry. Remember to turn to Christ when you need answers.
Love, Ms. Amy your swim teacher:)

Marya Allen

July 13, 2009

Julie,

I am so sorry to hear about Jamie. I couldn't believe it when Cristi told me this morning. You, your children and entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

With Love,

Chris Maloney

July 13, 2009

Julie and Suzanne

I'm so sorry to hear about Jamie, he was such a good friend and a good person to everyone. Our prayers are with you all.

Chris Maloney and the Fern Creek Family

Chasity Bell

July 13, 2009

J. Spears,
My prayers are with you, Cole, and Taylor in your time of grief. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can still hear all the great stories you use to share about Jamie. God be your strength!

Much Love and Prayer,

Jennifer Scharfenberger

July 13, 2009

Suzanne,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am praying for you and your family in this time of sorrow and if there is anything I can do please let me know.

Jennifer

Kimberley Chamberlain

July 13, 2009

Julie,
My prayers are with you and your family. I heard of the news this morning and my heart was broken. Psalms 30:5 Weeping may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning. Love you always, Kim

July 13, 2009

Julie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Cole, Taylor and the rest of the family. May the peace that passes all understanding guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
MR Dept Staff (MHC)

Beverly Neves

July 13, 2009

Julie: I am deeply saddened by your loss and can sense how your heart must ache. May the Lord look out for you and your children and give you strength during your time of sorrow. Jamie will always be with you in your heart and memories. Peace be with you!

Melanie Taylor

July 13, 2009

Julie,
I just heard about Jamie this morning and am very saddened by your loss. You and your children are in my thoughts and prayers.

Melissa Oskin

July 13, 2009

Julie, We are so very sorry for your loss, You and your family are in our prayers...
Melissa, Brad Oskin

LeeAnn Hardin/Hagan

July 13, 2009

I send my thoughts and prayers to the entire family. Jaimie was a wonderful person that will never be forgotten. He and Neal were both great friends at FCHS.

July 12, 2009

my prayers are with the
family. i grew up with
his dad
shirley bean sells
rickman tn

July 12, 2009

Julie & Suzanne, We are so very saddened by this terrible loss! Our prayers & sympathy go for both of you. A husband & Son taken so quickly and unexpected. It is shocking and heartbreaking for all who knew your family. Jamie was certainly Special to all of us who watched him grow up to be such a fine son, father and husband.
Sincerely, Jodie Hunton Lewis

A.C. Mullins III

July 12, 2009

Julie, you and your children are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Jamie was one of the nicest guys I knew while at Georgetown College during the 1990s. He will definately be missed. May God bless you all and you have my heart-felt sympathies. Love in Christ, A.C. Mullins III

Nancy Bickers

July 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are flowing for you Julie and your family. Jamie was such a good and sweet friend to me and I know he touched many lives. There are lots of friends here in Louisville that are sending you their love and remembering him fondly.

July 12, 2009

Julie, Cole, Taylor, Danny and Suzanne- Kim and I are with you in prayer. We are deeply sorry for your loss.

Kim Smith and Terri Grady Orr

Traci Smith

July 12, 2009

May your memories stay with you and God protect and give you comfort.-Traci, Jimmy, Trey, and Jaxon Smith

July 12, 2009

The memories of our times with Jamie are just the best. May your memories sustain you at this difficult time. Our prayers are with you and the family.

Mel and Peg Gould (Naperville, IL)

Carlene Waller

July 12, 2009

Julie, I am so very saddened to hear about Jamie. I worked with him at Deloitte and admired him deeply. His love for his family was evident by the many pictures of you, Cole and Taylor he proudly displayed in his cubicle. He will be sorely missed.

July 12, 2009

Our prayers are with you during this sad time. Reflect on the good times you shared with him. He was a good man. Randy Bailey (Goodlettsville Baseball)

Jamie Cumberland

July 12, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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