Donald L. Spencer

Donald Lee “Donnie” Spencer, 74, of Charlottesville, passed away quietly at his home on Friday, March 15, 2019. Born on January 29, 1945, he was the son of the late John K. Spencer, and Lozelle Spencer Mays. He was also predeceased by his stepfather Cecil Mays, brother Mike Spencer, and sister Roxie Smith. Donnie retired from the Charlottesville Fire Department in July of 2004 after 30 years of service. Following his retirement, he was employed by Enterprise for over 10 years. He is survived by his son Donald “Randy” Spencer and wife Tamara; daughter Kimberly Wheeler and husband Cary; four grandchildren Laramie Shreve and wife Annie, Cason Spencer, Madalyn Shreve and fiancé Tyler and Hallie Spencer; one great grandson Raiden Gray; three brothers Larry Spencer, Ronnie Spencer, Monty Spencer and wife Pat, sister Jean Johnson and husband John; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and close friends. The family wishes to express sincere gratitude to the Hospice of The Piedmont and their staff for their love, kindness, and support during our time of need. A special thank you to his daughter-in-law Tamara who was his daily caregiver. A funeral service will be held 11am Thursday, March 21st, 2019 at Meadows Presbyterian Church, 2200 Angus Road, Charlottesville, with Pastor Mike Weiglein officiating. Interment will follow at Alberene Cemetery in Esmont, Va. The family will receive friends from 6–8pm on Wednesday, March 20th, 2019 at Teague Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Hospice of The Piedmont or The MSA Coalition at www.multiplesystematrophy.org