George Fawcett Spence

George Fawcett Spence passed away peacefully on January 17th 2025 at Cooks Family Residence with his daughter by his side.

George was born in Hartlepool, England in 1933. He was in the Royal Airforce prior to him and his beloved wife, Elizabeth Rose emigrating to Canada in 1966. Once in Canada he worked for many years at Budd Automotive until his retirement. He then spent the remainder of his life enjoying the sunshine state, where he could golf all year round.

Beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and soulmate of Elizabeth Rose. Married for almost 60 years.

Adored Son of Robert & Ethel Spence.

Respected Brother of Ethel, John & Barabara.

Loving Father of Graham Spence, and Carol (Gordon) Bird.

Proud Grandfather to Charlene (Ted), Ryan, Nicholas (Nicole), Ashley (Adam) & Katie (Bryan).

Cherished Great Grandfather to Amelia, Alice, George, Leah, Addie, Kayden, Ava, Rachel, Madison, Colton & Auston.

Predeceased by his loving wife Elizabeth (2016), His brother John, Sister Ethel and Daughter in law Karen.

He will be deeply missed and forever cherished in our memories.

A memorial service will be held at the New Apostolic Church (10 Birkinshaw Rd, Cambridge) on Saturday January 25th 2025 at 11:00am. Food and refreshment to follow the service.

Messages and condolences may be left at www.tricitycremations.com. Please visit George’s obituary notice on Facebook.