Gerry B. Spears


Gerry Brent Spears, 70, of Independence, Missouri, passed away Friday, August 24, 2018.  Memorial services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 29th at Royer’s New Salem Funeral Home, Independence.  The family will greet friends from 1:00 p.m. until service time at the funeral home.

Gerry was born on June 28, 1948, in Appleton city, Missouri, the son of Rollie and Jean (Taylor) spears.  He was a simple and hardworking man.  Gerry worked as an Advertising Executive for the Thrifty Nickel for over 30 years.  He was a huge sports fan and loved going bowling.  Gerry will be deeply missed by his family.

His survivors include his daughter, Nikki String (Nikki) of Independence; four grandchildren: Cierra, Anna, Hailie, and Hunter; and one great-granddaughter, Everleigh.  He was preceded in death by his parents.

Arrangements:  Royer’s New Salem, Independence MO   816-796-8600

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