Joseph M. Spencer passed away at his home in Barrington on February 28, 2008 at the age of 80.
Born in Gloucester City, Joe served in the Korean War under the Army\’s 21st Regiment of the 24th Infantry Division from 1950-1952. He was then discharged from the Army Reserves in 1956. Joe began working for NY Shipyard and continued with South Jersey Port as a key member and on the corporation management staff there for 31 years. His career began in 1968 and he retired as the Facilities Manager in 1992. He was well respected and admired for his outstanding work ethic. Joe belonged to the Townsend C. Young VFW Post 3620 in Gloucester City.
Joe met his loving wife, Ann, in 1951. His kindness, dedication, and devotion to his family will be remembered by all who knew him.
Joe is the beloved husband of 54 years to Anna L. (nee Traini). He is the loving father of Joseph (Nancy) Spencer, Kathy (Rick) McMahon, Maryanne (Richard) Darlin, Ann (Gary) Razler, Michael (Kathy) Spencer, Patrick (Marylou) Spencer, Karen (Jody) Cooper and David (Stephanie) Spencer. He is survived by 16 grandchildren and his two brothers, James and Mathew Spencer. He was predeceased by his brothers, Bill, John and Dan. He is the longtime friend of Steve and Terry Frame as well as Grace and the late, Alan Rosenfeld.
Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing Monday evening from 7:00 – 9:00 PM and again Tuesday morning from 9:15 – 10:15 AM at the HEALEY FUNERAL HOME, 9 White Horse Pike (at Kings Hwy.), Haddon Heights.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday morning 11:00 AM at St. Francis de Sales Church, 199 Willmont Avenue (at West Gloucester Pike), Barrington, NJ 08007. Entombment New St. Mary\’s Mausoleum, 515 W. Browning Road, Bellmawr.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Church at the above address.
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