Marshall “Glen” Spears, age 86, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. He was born on June 20, 1934 in Milton, West Virginia, the son of Clarence Spears and Ada Belle (Persinger) Spears. He is survived by wife, Norma Spears; children Sandy (Jerry) Flynn, Karen Hunt, Glenn (Glenda Sue) Spears Jr., Pam (Paul) Cosgrove, Cheryl Spears, Jim Spears, Tonya (Todd) Weststrate; grandchildren Matt (Lisa) Leiter, Matt Flynn, Michelle Gunning, Chad (Lisa) Hunt, Michael Spears, Kristina (Joe) Olney, Angela Spears, Brad Cosgrove, Marshall Spears, Ella Palazzolo, Grady Palazzolo, Morgan Weststrate, Mikayla Weststrate, Tom Thurman, Sissy Roberts, Timothy Thurman; 19 great-grandchildren; 13 great-great-grandchildren; siblings Larry Spears and Pat Hyson; in-laws Bruce (Ruth) Hansum and Don Jackson; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Glen possessed a strong faith in God and enjoyed worshipping at Calvin CRC, where he also served as custodian for almost 20 years. He was a great cook, a skilled carpenter, and jack of all trades.
Due to the current health crisis, a private family memorial service will take place. In memory of Glen, and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Family Assistance Program of Calvin Christian Reformed Church, 700 Ethel Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.kubiakcookdorr.com.
