1928
2016
Merle Mae Spencer, of Schererville, passed away October 13, 2016 at age 88 years young, with her loving family at her side.
Merle was born August 22, 1928 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Clarence Ray and Verna Mae (Seplin) Stone. Also preceding her in death are her loving husband of 66 years, Norman Dale Spencer, one of her twin sons, William Jay Spencer, and her loving in laws, Corby and Alice Spencer.
Left to cherish her memory are her children, Dayna (Dennis) Butlin, Luanne (Kurt) Cofran, Norman Ray (Cheryl) Spencer; grandchildren, Kim Butlin, Victoria, Kyle, Trevor Spencer, and Adrianne Sargent; and a half sister, Renee (Ron) Klein.
Merle was a 50+ year member of 1st Christian Church of Hessville and Southside Christian Church prior to that. She was actively involved in many organizations in her lifetime. Including, Girl Scouts of America, Classroom Mother for each child in each grade, she held offices in FOP Ladies Auxiliary, Ladies fellowship at church, at Lakeshore Kennel Club, and was an active participant for 70 years with her Hammond High School PSK Sorority. She also worked for Edward Valves in Hammond and Patten Industries. Everyone who knew Merle loved her infectious positive spirit, she was the Belle of every Ball, and enjoyed life to the fullest.
Visitation will be Monday, October 17, 2016 from 11am - 2pm, with funeral services immediately following at 2pm with Pastor Dan Nichols officiating at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 S. Cline; Schererville, IN 46375). Burial will follow at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.
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October 27, 2016
Andrea Ziemba
Dayna and family,
I sent you a card to Belmont street,
and I got it back today. I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. Due to work, I couldn't attend her services. She was such a warm and special person...and can't imagine how lost you all must be. My deepest sympathies to you all.
October 17, 2016
Sandra Mangel
I am so sorry to hear about Merle's passing. I wish I could be there today. She is such a dear lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Praying for all of you, as you say see you later.
Sandy Mangel (Osborne)
October 16, 2016
Kelly Tuel
Miss Merle was one of my favorite Residents...no matter how she was feeling she always had a smile and made me laugh...She will be missed by so many!! So sorry for your loss...I'm sure she is surrounded by Turtles in Heaven.
October 16, 2016
Teri Wilson
Dana, Luann, & Norman-please accept my sympathies on the passing of your Mother. I worked with Merle at Patten Industries.
October 14, 2016
Caleb Neyhart
Dear Dayna, Norm jr, Luanne. I'm sorry for your loss. I will miss seeing your Mom in Church every Sunday morning. I was always looking forward in seeing your Mom and Dad in church every Sunday morning. Your Mom and Dad were the most nices people that I ever met. They were like another set of grandparents to me and my Dad. My Dad and I have lots of memories of Merle and Norm. Now they are together again in Heave with their Lord and Savior.
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