Donald Ray “Donnie” Spencer, 43
Donald Ray “Donnie” Spencer, 43, passed away on June 20, 2016. He was born on February 26, 1973 to Ron and Marilyn (Karr) Spencer.
Donnie was an avid outdoors-man who loved to hunt deer, turkey, squirrel and loved to fish. He recently went on a hunting trip with his dad and meeting up with cousins to Wyoming. He also took a fishing trip to Canada with his friend and co-worker Jimmy Joice.
Donnie loved to collect guns and was especially fond of the ones that belonged to his grandfather. Just ask him about a gun and he had a story to tell.
Donnie loved dogs and would often bring home treats for Flash and our neighbors German Shepard’s.
Growing up, Donnie was in Shoto Kan Karate, receiving his brown belt. He was a member of Izak Walton and he was employed by International Tank Service for many years. He spoke often about his friends and crew, Jimmy Joice, Craig Wiggins and Lisa.
Many people knew Donnie as an awesome pool player and loyal friend. Donnie had a big heart and would do anything he could for other people. Trisha and her family have an absolute gratitude to Donnie for his generosity and tolerance.
Donnie was very Patriotic and had much admiration for the United States Armed Forces.
Donnie and his fiance Danielle had been planning for a wedding this September, they were grade school sweethearts.
He is survived by his parents, Ron and Marilyn Spencer; sister, Trisha (Keith) Putman; niece, Autumn Johnson; nephews, Corey and Brandon Putman; fiance, Danielle Scott Taylor; many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins and best friend, Randy Moore.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Paul and Ruth Karr and Dayton and Sarah Spencer.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2016 at 1 p.m. at the Anderson McDaniel Funeral Home in Pomeroy with Pastor Rob Combs officiating. Burial will follow in the Chester Cemetery. Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, June 24, 2016 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Donnie’s name to the Veterans Outreach, 391 West Main St, Pomeroy, Ohio 45769
A registry is available at www.andersonmcdaniel.com
