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Dr. MELVIN M. SPENCER
Originally from Washington, DC departed life on September 20, 2014. Loving father of Mark (Monique), Scott (Frances), Christopher; loving companion of Donna Waldron. Dr. Spencer graduated from Dunbar High School in 1949, received his B.S. Degree from NC Central University, M.S. from the University of Iowa and his PhD from Rutgers. He retired from the Consumer Product Safety Commission as the Assistant Program Manager for the Electrical and Hazards Division in 1986. The viewing will be from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and service begins at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 26, 2014 at the BEALL FUNERAL HOME, 6512 NW Crain Hwy. (Rt. 3 South), Bowie, MD. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Dr. Spencer's memory to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org or by calling 1-800-272-3900. Please view and sign the family's guestbook www.beallfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for MELVIN SPENCER
Connie Lash
September 25, 2014
Death casts a frightening shadow over us because we are entirely helpless in its presence. we can struggle with other enemies-pain, suffering, disease, injury-but strength and courage cannot overcome death. It has the final word. Only one person can walk with us through death's dark valley and bring us to the other side-the God of life, our shepherd. Because life is uncertain, we should follow this shepherd who offers us eternal comfort. May God grant you all the strength you need. With Deep Sympathy, The Lash Family
Jacquelyn Short-Simmons
September 25, 2014
Condolences to the family upon the loss of your beloved Melvin.
I met Melvin many years ago at Pier 7 located in SW with his buddy, John. He always told me we must be related because we had similar noses. Always the gentleman is the way that I remember him.
Peace and Blessings,
Al & Dee Coley
September 24, 2014
God's Garden
God looked around his garden an
And found an empty space
He then looked down upon the earth
And saw your tired face
He put his arms around you
And lifted you to rest
God's garden must be beautiful
He always takes the best
He knew that you were suffering
He knew that you were in pain
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again
He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb
He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “peace be thine”.
It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn't go alone
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.
Rest in peace! Family, in this time of sorrow may God's loving embrace give you comfort.
September 23, 2014
Enjoyed Mel's graciousness for years at Pier 7, the memories of his prescience are lasting. Sincerely, Judy Banks
Lucy Marr
September 23, 2014
GOD is good, and HE knows when it's time to call those who are suffering to the place of rest.HE cares for those who are left and will guide them through their grief.
Donald Williams
September 23, 2014
With Deepest Sympathy our thoughts and prayers are with the Spencer Family during this time of sorrow. May the Grace of God keep the family strong during these difficult times.
Donald Williams
Phelps Vocational High School
Class 1966
Samuel Tucker
September 23, 2014
Coach Spencer thanks for the three years of coaching basketball at Phelps Voc HS in D.C. 1963-1966. I was one of your team captains.
McCarthy
September 23, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Psalm 83:18)
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