James R. Spears Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Spears, James R. Saline, MI Age 71, passed away at his home in Saline on Thursday, January 31, 2013. He was born January 6, 1942 in Ann Arbor, MI, the son of Earl M. and Alfreda (Daugherty) Spears. On July 19, 1986 at the First United Methodist Church in Ypsilanti, MI he married Charlotte M. Shock and she survives. Jim was the owner of Spears Fire and Safety in Ann Arbor and served as Township Supervisor in York Township for 18 years. He also served as president of the National Fire Protection Agency and he loved hunting and fishing. Survivors in addition to his wife Charlotte include children Rebecca Johnson, Debra (Tom) McKelvey, Kimberly (Richard) Powe, Brandon Spears, brothers Earl and Richard Spears, ten grandchildren, and one great-grandchild. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Bob Spears. Funeral services will be held on Monday, February 4, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at the Robison-Bahnmiller Funeral Home in Saline, MI, with Rev. Tom G. Burdette officiating. Burial will follow at Washtenong Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, Arbor Hospice, or to a charity of one’s choice. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home where friends may begin calling on Sunday, February 3, 2013 between the hours of 2:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. and on Monday, February 4, 2013 from 10:00 A.M. until the time of service at 11:00 A.M. To sign Jim’s guestbook, to leave a memory or for more information or directions please visit www.rbfhsaline.com.

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James R. Spears

January 6, 1942 - January 31, 2013