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John Spears Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of John Spears of Kirkersville, Ohio, who passed away on July 12, 2021, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his wife Tammy; his parents, Sue Shaw (Bob) and David 'Sonny' Spears (Nancy); and his siblings, Samantha Nethers and Jeff Shaw.

He is survived by : his son Gabe Spears; his stepdaughter Ginger Tigner; his grandchildren, Austin and Abigail Tigner; and his siblings, Paul Spears, Bobby Shaw, Bernard Rutherford, Joe Schotta, David Spears Jr., Louise Crace (Jim), Linda Spears, Karen Spears, Sharon Banks, Lisa Kopp (Kurt) and Tina Mortimer (John).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Criss-Wagner Hoskinson Funeral & Cremation Services and Hoskinson Funeral and Cremation Service



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July 18, 2021

Sharon Shipley-Oliver wrote a sympathy message

“To The Spears Family, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing, I went to school with John at Hartzler, Ben Franklin and NHS. John was and has always been such a kind soul. I know he will be missed deeply. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Hugs & prayers, Gary & Sharon Shipley Oliver”


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July 19

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Church of God
675 N Cedar St, Newark, OH 43055

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July 20

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Church of God
675 N Cedar St, Newark, OH 43055

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