Obituaries

Donald W. Spear

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Hiland Presbyterian Church, followed by interment at Allegheny County Memorial Park Cemetery.

Donald W. Spear, 89, of Ross, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012, surrounded by his loving family.

He was the husband of Betty (Todd) Spear for 65 years; father of Ken (Patti) Spear; grandfather of Eric, Carolyn and Megan; brother of Eugene and the late John Spear. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, friends and relatives.

Spear served in the Navy Air Corps during World War II and was employed as an account manager with AT&T Long Lines. He was a 32nd degree Mason, a Shriner and an active member of his church, serving as both an elder and a deacon.

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Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday at , 806 Perry Highway.

A service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at , followed by interment at Allegheny County Memorial Park Cemetery.

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Memorial contributions may be made to or the American Cancer Society.


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