Gerald E. Spear Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2026 in Akron, Ohio

Gerald E. Spear Sr.

March 8, 1941 - April 29, 2026 (85 years old)

Akron, Ohio

Gerald E. Spear Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2026 in Akron, Ohio

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Gerald E. Spear Sr.

March 8, 1941 - April 29, 2026 (85 years old)

Akron, Ohio

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Gerald E. Spear Sr. Obituary

The passing of Gerald E. Spear Sr. (Akron, Ohio) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on April 29, 2026 at the age of 85. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Gerald E. Spear Sr. or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Fred Spear and Rose Spear (Harris); and his siblings, Larry Spear (Tunie), Gregory Spear, Darrell Spear and Shirla Greco.

He is survived by: his wife Dottie L Spear; his siblings, Anthony Dixon (Allison), Ricky, Darnell Spear, Nunnie Williams, Sheila Melton (David), Shearlene, Karen, Kay Spear, Caprice Spear and Carmella Harrison (Lionel); his children, Gerald Spear Jr., Grayson Spear, Dimont Anderson (Sonya), Lavar Holloway, Gina Spear, Toni Sanders (Charles), Lameeka Forward, Lashawn Spear, Dawn Rigby-Sutton, Annette Fulmer (William) and Naioki Oxendine; and his daughter-in-law Darla Burley. He is also survived by nieces, nephews grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and friends.

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