Michael E. Spent's Obituary
Oreana-Michael E. Spent, 70, of Oreana passed away Thursday, March 30, 2017 in his home with his family by his side.
Michael was born March 3, 1947 in Decatur, Illinois, the son of William and Louisa (Catteau) Spent Sr. He served as road commissioner in Whitmore Township for twenty years. Michael was a member of the Moose and Elks and enjoyed duck hunting, fishing, and NASCAR especially Dale Jr.
Surviving is the love of his life Jean, children Steven Spent and Shelly, Julie Briggeman, and Joseph Spent, brother William Spent Jr. and wife Donna, grandchildren Caylee, Cayden, Brooklynn, Tabatha and husband Dominic, and Jessica and husband Gavin, four great-grandchildren, and special friend Mark Rade and wife Rhonda.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 6, 2017 in Union Cemetery.
The family of Michael E. Spent is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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