Obituaries

Jeremy Wade Spencer

March 6th, 1973 – May 14th, 2026

Jeremy Wade Spencer, 53, of Astoria, IL, passed away on Thursday, May 14, 2026 while enjoying one of his favorite pastimes of fishing. He was born on March 6, 1973 at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville, IL to David and Brenda (Robertson) Spencer, who survive.

Also surviving are his sister, Amanda (and Ryan) Thomas, niece Addison Thomas, and nephew Colt Thomas, all of Astoria, and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Jeremy was preceded in death by his brother Joey Spencer, maternal grandparents Edmon “Cotton” and Mary Robertson, paternal grandparents Harold and Margaret Spencer, and three uncles, Jerry Robertson, Tim Robertson and Harold Spencer, Jr.

He was a 1991 graduate of VIT High School.

He worked at DOT Foods for almost 30 years. Some of his favorite pastimes were fishing, hunting, riding 4-wheelers and tending his garden.

A memorial graveside service will be held at a later date. Shawgo Memorial Home has been entrusted with arrangements

Condolences

May 18th, 2026

So very sorry for your loss. Nancy Carithers

May 18th, 2026

Iam so sorry to hear about Jeremey hope you find peace and comfort in the Lord.

May 18th, 2026

I am sorry for your loss. Jeremy was one of kind. I always enjoyed hearing the stories of mischief his kitties would get into at home. He will be missed dearly by his Dot POD family. May he rest in peace and his family find comfort. ((HUGS))

May 18th, 2026

David and Brenda, we are so sorry for your loss of Jeremy and are praying for peace and comfort for you and family and friends.
Wendell & Alice Clanin

May 18th, 2026

Dave Brenda and Amanda so sorry to hear this May god wrap his arms around all of you and guide you through this difficult time. Hugs and prayers. Larry and Lisa Bucher

May 19th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. Thinking of all of you. Dee Jones

May 19th, 2026

So very sorry. Penny Collins

May 19th, 2026

So sorry for yourloss. Donnie Danner

May 19th, 2026

Dave and Brenda so sorry for your family's loss 🙏Charlie &LuAnn

May 19th, 2026

David, Brenda and Amanda, we are sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace! Bob and Melba Baker

May 19th, 2026

So so sorry Dave and Brenda and family, Linda Derry and Family

May 19th, 2026

So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.Alan and Georgiana Clemens

May 19th, 2026

Brenda and family
Can not imagine the heart pain. I am so sorry for your loss Nicki Hazzard

May 19th, 2026

So sorryfor your, was a great coworker/ and always fun to be around. Hugs and prayers. JAMES b

May 19th, 2026

My sympathy to all of you on the loss of Jeremy. Hugs and prayers for comfort and support.

May 19th, 2026

Carolyn Cripe

May 19th, 2026

Dave and Brenda. I'm so sorry for your loss, especially at a time with so much other going on. Thoughts and prayers for you. Steve Birch

May 19th, 2026

David and Brenda we are so sorry for your family's loss. Hugs to you all

May 19th, 2026

David and Brenda we are so sorry for your family's loss. Hugs to you all

May 19th, 2026

I’m so sorry 😞🙏 sending heartfelt prayers for you all
Jody Dean