She was born Jan. 25, 1942, in Nacogdoches County as a daughter of Gertrude Ethel (Disney) and Tom Jake Duck. Mrs. Fears had worked in the health care field as a nurse's assistant.
Her survivors include her husband, Joe Glenn Fears of Mount Enterprise.
Private family arrangements are being conducted under the direction of Cason Monk-Metcalf Funeral Directors, located at 5400 North Street in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Online memories and condolences may be offered at www.CasonMonk-Metcalf.com.