Jonathan Robert Spencer's Obituary
Jonathan Spencer, 52, of Albany, Oregon, passed away Monday, August 16, 2021.
Jonathan was born in California and was raised in the northeast. Most recently, he lived in North Carolina, North Dakota, and Oregon with his longest settlement being in North Carolina. He was a proud veteran of the United States Navy, serving as a Seabee from 1998-2006. His love of history informed his career path as he graduated with two master’s degrees in education and history. He taught for many years striving to bring that love of history alive to his students. Jonathan was a big kid at heart and loved his Star Wars and video games. He is preceded in death by his beloved Pepe and Meme, Robert and Jeanne Downs of Connecticut.
Jonathan is survived by his son, John Patrick Spencer of Huntersville, North Carolina, his parents Doug and Janine Spencer of Wisconsin, brothers James and Jeffrey Spencer, sister Jacqueline Martin, and his many loving nephews.
A memorial will be held at 1:00 pm Saturday, August 28 at James Funeral Home of Huntersville. The visitation will be from 1-2 pm with a service at 2:00 pm and reception to follow hosted by his son, John Patrick Spencer.
Online condolences may be made at www.jamesfuneralhomelkn.com.
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