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James Spear Obituary
James "Jim" Arthur Spear was born August 31, 1942 in Chicago, Illinois to Lou and Esther Spear. He was one of three children. Jim passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 27, 2021 in Phoenix, Arizona at the age of 79. Jim was CPA/JD by trade. In his free time he was an avid online word game player (specifically Words With Friends), world traveler, and enjoyer of fine foods. Jim, most however, enjoyed his family. A single evening with Jim was bound to be memorable and he leaves behind many lifetimes of memories to everyone who knew him. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Scott. Jim is survived by his wife, Enid, his sister Carol and his children: Vicki (Bob), Sherri (Steve), Sandy (Eddie), Jeni (Matt) and Jason (Kristin). Grandchildren: Chris (Maria), Alex (Grace), Cooper, Lily, Marcy, Samantha, Ben, Nick, Charlie, and Emma. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Erie Family Health Center, eriefamilyhealth.org.
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