Gary K. Spencer, age 71, passed away in his sleep March 25, 2017, of natural causes. He was born July 31, 1945, to A. Mark Spencer and Doris Harris Spencer in San Mateo, CA.
He was the vice president and service technician for the family business, Mark-A-Newt, for more than 30 years. He enjoyed spending time riding his Harley Davidson, flying remote controlled airplanes, competing in cowboy action shooting, country western dancing, and spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed time at the gun range with his kids and grandkids and taking road trips with his son Mark on their Harleys. Most importantly, he loved spending time with the love of his life, Geanita Birks, by sharing their passion for country western dancing.
He was a member of the Utah Western Two-Steppers and was the president of the Northern Utah Remote Control Aircraft Club.
He is survived by his spouse of 28 years; Geanita Birks; children: Mark Spencer, Kristy (Rob) Parker, Brooke Spencer, and Summer (Tom) Sylvester; stepchildren: Gary (Terri) Birks, Laurie Birks, Coby (Traci) Birks, Cheryl Birks, and Donna (Jason) Roylance, Michele Owens, Misty Vernon; 28 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. His mother and father precede him in death.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 31, 2017, at 11:00 am at Leavitts Mortuary, 836 36th Street, Ogden, UT 84403. Viewing will be held on Thursday, March 30, 2017, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m, and Friday prior to services from 10:00 - 10:45 a.m.
Visitation Information
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2017
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Family will greet friends from 10:00 - 10:45 am on Friday prior to the service.
Service Information
Date: Friday, March 31, 2017
Leavitt's Mortuary
Address: 836 36th Street , , Ogden, UT, 84403
801-394-5556 | Map
Cemetery Information
Date: Friday, March 31, 2017