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Spencer, Donna Claire
Donna Claire (Felthouse) Spencer, born in Oak Park, Illinois September 5, 1941, daughter of Dorothy (Shearer) Felthouse and Stanley N. Felthouse, died July 10, 2021. She is survived by her husband of 57 years Rex T. Spencer; daughter Cynthia (Mike) Fortner and son Matthew (Rita) Spencer; grandchildren Luke and Jack Fortner and Asha and Deven Spencer.
Donna was a graduate of Redford High School in Detroit, Michigan; Western Michigan University, and Oakland University, with undergraduate and graduate degrees in elementary education.
Donna was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother (Grammy/Nana) who enjoyed doing things for her family and friends. She was kind, caring, and considerate. She loved being a school teacher and taught kindergarten and first grade in Warren and Plymouth, Michigan; Lima, Ohio; Center Point, Alabama; and East Aurora, New York. She was a devoted Christian and taught Sunday school in many of the areas she lived. She was also an active long time member of P.E.O., a world-wide woman’s organization supporting the education of women, and served as her local chapter president on several occasions. But her favorite role was Grandma. She loved Luke, Jack, Asha, and Deven, and so enjoyed spending time with them and being involved in their activities. She was always their champion.
Donna was very creative. She was an avid scrap booker; meticulously documenting our family activities every year. She enjoyed making cards for everyone and every occasion and they were works of art. Donna loved sewing and at one time had her own business making clothes for small children. She was an excellent cook and baker. One of her favorite activities was baking cookies and brownies, especially with help from her grandchildren.
Donna was a good friend and worked hard to stay in touch over the years with people in all of the places she had lived. She loved hearing from and getting together with friends. Her kindness and caring as a wife, mother, grandmother and friend was how she lived her life. She was always concerned about how she could best help others; driving them to appointments, making casseroles or baked goods, and visiting them when ill. She will be greatly missed by all those who were lucky enough to know her.
Calling Hours Friday 4-6PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport. Funeral Service Saturday 11AM at United Methodist Church of Webster 169 East Main Street, Webster.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Camp Abilities (www.campabilities.org) or P.E.O. International’s P.E.O. Foundation (www.peointernational.org/peo-foundation).
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19 responses to “Spencer, Donna Claire”
Rex and family. We are so saddened by Donna’s passing. She was such a loving, compassionate lady and we will miss her from our church family. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you all. In Christ,s love, Eric and Dawn Mehserle
She sounds like the loveliest person imaginable. I am so very sorry.
A beautifully written obituary for a beautiful lady who meant so much to me and Christy and Mark, as does her entire family.
Prayers, love and peace for you all.
Dear Rex and family- we are so sad to hear of Donna’s passing. We really enjoyed our friendship with you both, and she was a lovely person. May she Rest In Peace with the Lord.
Beautiful lady, inside and out and I am honored to have known her. I will miss seeing her in church and at Bible Studies. Rex, Cindy and family – I pray God’s love and mercy bring you comfort during this difficult time. In sympathy and love, Andy.
Donna was a beautiful lady. She will always be one of our loving Angels looking down at us and guiding us.
My deepest sympathy. Donna was a remarkable lady and one of the best teachers I had the privilege of working with.and to learn from. She made all around her better because of her skill, kindness & compassion.
I am holding Rex and the family in the lIght, praying for your comfort and strength. Our families have been friends for so many years, and I have always admired Donna’s gentle but strong encouragement of children and grandchildren in their pursuits. Love and sympathy, Alison (joined by Arthur of course)
Donna was one of those persons that made things happen but would do it behind the scenes. Rides for Lee Martin, refreshments for events at church, overall a servant’s heart and a beautiful person. Our heart breaks for our earthly loss, but we rejoice in knowing that Jesus has much more for her. May God bless you as you grieve.
We have been blessed to know Donna and Rex and have benefitted from her generosity. A wonderful lady that is really going to be missed. We are so sorry for your loss, but know she is with her Heavenly Father.
My heart goes out to Rex and the whole family. I never had a chance to really get to know Donna, just saying Hi in church which she always greeted me with a huge smile. I could easily tell how devoted she was to her family as they sat in the front of the church. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Rex, This is such a huge loss for you and our entire church family. The news was heartbreaking. Donna was such a willing worker and I was counting on her to assist with some future memorial receptions. Now we will be hosting one for her. So very sad for all who knew her. God Bless and Comfort you and your family at this most difficult time.
Dear Matt, Mr. Spencer and family, I am sorry for your loss and hope you find solace in the years of love and joy she brought you and so many others. I remember her warmth from our Penn State days. She led a very special life. My love and prayers to you.
Donna was a beautiful soul and I feel honored to have known her. Please know Rex that I so wanted to be at her service but my husbands medical issues have prevented that to happen. My prayers are with you and your family.
I had the immense pleasure of working with Donna at Parkdale Elementary. Donna was a “teachers’” teacher, she shared her knowledge and wisdom with all of us. I will treasure my lovely conversations and time spent with her. I send my thoughts and prayers to her her family.
. .Dear Rex and Family. We were so very saddened with the news of Donna’s passing. She was a sweet and gentle woman and we cherish our memories of our times together in East Aurora. Sending our love to you and your family.
Dear Rex and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Donna’s death. She was a beautiful person and such a fine teacher.
My love and sympathy to you all.
Rex, you and your children are in our thoughts.
Rex , I am very sorry for your loss. We read the comments about your wife and she must have been a very special person