Steven Duane Spears' Obituary
Steven Duane Spears, 48, passed away on March 4, 2023, in Decatur, IL.
Steven was born to Steven Victor and Diana Lynn Spears on January 13, 1975. Steven was a member of the First Christian Church in Blue Mound, IL. Steven was an avid Cubs and Bears fan. He enjoyed tornado chasing and liked all weather. He enjoyed fishing and gaming with his sons. He lived for his boys, Andrew and Jacob. They were his entire world.
Steven never knew a stranger. He was a fun-loving man who will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Steven is survived by his mother, Diana Spears; children, Andrew Spears, Jacob Gower; former wife and best friend, Donna (Rob) Spears; mother-in-law, Tina Marler and family; lifelong friends, Johnny Fenton. Shawn (Shira) Fouste, Billy Stone, Jeremy Tomlin, Laura (Cricket) Miller, Jamie Long, Michael Frick, Jessica Kersey, Tori (Eli) Powell, Brandon Hott; beloved dogs, Ozzie, Maddie, Tiki, and many extended family and friends.
Steven was preceded in death by his father Steven Victor Spears, and sister, Susan Spears.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Services will be held on March 9, 2023, at 2:00 PM at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Ellen B. Moma, officiating. A committal service will be held on March 14, 2023, at 10:00 AM at Graceland Cemetery officiated by Dr. Rev. Ellen B. Moma.
Memorials to First Christian Church of Blue Mound
Condolences and memories of Steven may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com
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