John W. Spencer, 89, died as a result of an automobile accident,
on June 25, 2003. He was returning home from a short trip with his
son and daughter-in-law.
John W. Spencer, 89, died as a result of an automobile accident, on June 25, 2003. He was returning home from a short trip with his son and daughter-in-law.
Mr. Spencer was born in Portland, Ore. He was raised in Southern California and attended schools there. In 1938, he married Muriel Goodhart of Long Beach. She preceded him in death in 1993.
For many years Mr. Spencer was in business in Gilroy. He owned and operated Spencer NH3 Service, an agricultural chemical business. From 1966 until his retirement, he owned and operated with his children, Spencer Rental Service. During his retirement years, Mr. Spencer and his wife traveled extensively in Europe and the Pacific.
Mr. Spencer was a veteran of World War II, serving in the U.S. Army in Europe. He served from 1943 to 1946 in the 16th Armored Division under General Patton.
Mr. Spencer is survived by his children Susan Spencer of Hollister and Mark Spencer of Gilroy and daughters-in-law Patty Spencer and Mary Kay Spencer of Paradise. His son, Gordon Spencer, preceded him in death in 1977. He is survived by four grandchildren and spouses: Mary White and husband Alan, Brian Spencer and wife Kristin all of Paradise and Keith Spencer and wife Kristen of Gilroy. He also leaves six great-grandchildren: Matthew and Sarah White, Jacob, Zachary, Luke and Nicholas Spencer, all of Paradise.
Cremation has already taken place. Memorial Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Habing Family Funeral Home, Gilroy. The family appreciates donations to a favorite charity in Mr. Spencer’s memory.
John will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.
