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Robert Spier Obituary

MCCLURE - Robert 'Turkey Shooter' Spier, 76, formerly of Dongola, died at 11:40 a.m. Monday, Feb. 15, 2010, in Life Care Center in Cape Girardeau.

He was born Sept. 24, 1933, in Pulaski County to Charlie and Cleta (Miller) Spier.

He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army from 1956 to 1958 and retired as a heavy equipment operator from Columbia Quarry. He was a member of Anna Elks Lodge and was an avid fisherman and hunter.

Survivors include one daughter, Debbie Dailey of Mackinaw; one son, Robert M. Spier of Marion; three grandchildren, Michel Wright of Lick Creek, Crystal Gurley of Alto Pass and Alexa Spier of Marion; three great-grandchildren; three brothers, Lawrence Spier of Columbia, Bill Spier of Dupo and Henry Spier of Belleville; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Howard.

Services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, in Crain Funeral Home in Tamms. Interment will be in Mound City National Cemetery with a ritual team composed of area veterans and the Army National Guard. Visitation will be from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2010, at the funeral home.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and will be accepted at the funeral home.

To leave online condolences, visit www.crainsonline.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Southern Illinoisan on Feb. 16, 2010.

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Deena Rendleman

February 23, 2010

Debbie and Bobby I am saddened to hear of your dad's passing. I remember how much fun he was to be around when we were kids and he and my dad were building houses together. My family and I are praying for peace and wisdom as you grieve. Debbie I would love to hear from you, please email if you have a chance
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Bruce Hall

February 18, 2010

May the Lord give you comfort at this time of sorrow. God Bless you and your family. His memories will be with us for always.

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