Sidney Allen Spencer

1944 - 2017

Sidney Allen Spencer obituary, 1944-2017

BORN

1944

DIED

2017

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Sidney Spencer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 5, 2017.

Sidney Allen Spencer, 73, of Waynesboro passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at his home.

Born August 11, 1944 in Rockbridge County, he was the son of the late Curtis M. and Catherine Moore (Buchanan) Spencer.

Prior to retirement, Sidney was employed by Merck where he worked in the Maintenance Department for 25 years. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran who served his country honorably during the Vietnam War.

Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Yvonne (Comer) Spencer; his three daughters, Cynthia S. Shaner (Jed) of Buffalo Gap, Kimberly S. Willis of Charlotte, NC and Margaret Ann Payne (Ricky) of Waynesboro; grandchildren, Matthew A. Waldrop (Kara), Lyndsey E. Underwood (Scott), Keaton G. Shaner, Joshua A. Willis, Christopher Willis, Spencer Willis and Madison C. Payne; great-grandchildren, Drew K. Willis and Olivia J. Waldrop; sister, Patsy (Spencer) Lawson (Cecil) of Waynesboro; brothers-in-law, Darryl M. Comer and Marce W. Comer (Elta) and families; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Following cremation, there will be no formal services but friends may visit with the family at his home.

Relatives and friends may share condolences and memories with the family online by visiting www.reynoldshamrickfuneralhomes.com

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September 22, 2017

Carolyn Hayden

Sidney was such a sweet man and he will be truly missed. Sending my deepest sympathy to his dear wife, Yvonne, and his children.

September 15, 2017

So sorry for your loss, Sidney was a kind man and a great neighbor for many years.
Gerry and Greg Toms
Waynesboro, Virginia

September 10, 2017

Loris Dean

May you feel the peace and comfort that only God can give you.

September 7, 2017

Mary Golden

I am so deeply sorry for the loss of such a sweet man. I wish peace to the family and know that you are all in my prayers.
with love
Mary Ellen

September 7, 2017

Detter Family

We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers for all the Spencer family.

September 7, 2017

Marian Morris

My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family at this sad time.

September 6, 2017

Your McDonalds Family

Granny and family,we are very sorry for your loss.We are thinking of you all and sending lots of love and prayers to each of you.Granny-we love you and are here for you for whatever you may need!

September 6, 2017

Alice Davis

Yvonne and family, we were so sorry to hear of Sidney's passing. Myself, Bernie and Preston send our thoughts and prayers to you. May God comfort you and the girls. Love Alice

September 6, 2017

Doug & Lisa Wright

Patsy and Spencer family our love and prayers to all at this sad time. So very sorry for your loss, we are never ready to loose those we love! Everyday is a gift we must live life, love and share with those that are important us all!! Doug shared many happy times with Sidney and Patsy growing up precious memories!! Our deepest sympathy to all the family, holding you all close at heart and keeping you in prayers!!
Doug & Lisa Wright

September 6, 2017

Nancy Dravis

Yvonne, Cynthia, Kimberly and Margaret Ann - We are all so saddened at the loss of such a dear friend. Words cannot even express how grateful we all are for having known Sidney. Yvonne, you and Sidney were both always there for my parents. For that, we will be eternally grateful. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.
Love, Nancy and your Canada Family

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