"Dear Richard, I will miss you so very much. I?m so happy we kept in touch these last 23 years. I have great memories when we worked together at MetLife. Thanks for your friendship & yes, I recently received my early birthday card . ?? I love you my friend, I?ll see you on the flip side. I send my condolences to Bill & to the Spears? family; he always spoke so highly of you all. God bless you always."
In loving memory of
Richard L. Spears
June 24, 1953 - March 19, 2021
Richard L. Spears (67), passed away on March 19, 2021 at his home in Phoenix, AZ. He was the partner of William Gatley. They shared 29 years of partnership together.
Born in New Albany, MS, Richard was the son of Willie L. and Mary L. Spears. He graduated from W.P. Daniel High School in New Albany, MS. He was employed at Indian Creek High School and worked as an English Literature Teacher.
Richard was a member of the Watson Grove Baptist Church. He enjoyed reading and writing, especially cards and letters to his siblings. He will be remembered for his happy spirit. Richard was a very giving person, most of all he loved to spend time with his large family and at all their gatherings over the years.
He is survived by a partner, William Gatley, sisters Dorothy Palmer and Cecelia Spears, brothers John (Gwen), Harry (Melodee), and James "Fred" (Carolyn). Richard is predeceased by his brothers Jessie Harris and Willie Spears and his sisters Janic Woodruff and Mary Barnes.