Joseph Edwin Spencer

September 9, 1955 - July 7, 2020

Joseph Edwin Spencer, age 64 of Lima, passed at 4:36 p.m., Tuesday, July 7, 2020 at the Ohio State University Hospital, Columbus. He was born September 9, 1955 in Lima, Ohio to the late Marion F. and Regina M. Brown Spencer.

Joe was a very handy carpenter and a ‘Jack of all trades’. He was a member of St. Gerard’s Catholic Church. He will be remembered as a good care giver for his family, helping on projects, and a very generous man. He was loved, appreciated by his family, and a good hearted man.

Survivors include his 6 siblings – David Spencer of Indiana; Joan (David) Centeno of Lima; William (Rita) Spencer of Lima; Elizabeth (Doug) Miller of Bluffton; Patricia Gootee of Spencerville; and Gregory Spencer of Utah; 18 nieces and nephews, and 35 great nieces and nephews.

A private family memorial mass will be held at St. Gerard’s Catholic Church in Lima.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.

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So sorry to hear of Joe"s passing . Joe was always helpful and kind . He had a true talent for building with wood , as well as relationships . Joe will be dearly missed ! Our prayers are with you all now and always .

I am saddened by Joes leaving us. I remember him as a caring person who made a costly mistake at the end of his life. We all have made mistakes but I also know that God died forgiving us. I think we will see Joe in heaven.

Joe was a special cousin who left us with memories of family that loved us dearly. We all contribute to one family whose love can continue to unit us in times of pain and suffering. I pray for you all to feel Gods’ love and comfort at this time. Love you all .

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.