We Remember
SPENCER, Arthur “George”
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Arthur “George” Spencer joined his Lord in heaven on January 2, 2021. The only child of George Leonard and Rose Ellen Spencer, George was born and raised in Revelstoke, BC. It was in Revelstoke where he met and married the love of his life Elsie Dakers. He was predeceased by Elsie in 2001 and his beloved daughter Kathleen in 1993. Left to treasure his memory is his son John (Glenda); daughter Eleanor (Terry); son-in-law Bruce; grandchildren Tanya (Albert), Rob (Sherry), Alison (Tom), Brady (Naomi), Christopher (Nina), Andrea (Jas), and Mark; as well as 12 great-grandchildren; and his many friends.
Growing up in Revelstoke he developed a love and respect for the outdoors, wildlife, and mountains. He had a 41-year career with CPRail, where he began as a baggage man in 1944 and retired as the Customer Service Center Supervisor in 1985. He retired to Kelowna, BC where he enjoyed golf (into his 90’s), wood working (in particular, making grandfather clocks for all his grandchildren), painting, stamp collecting, and cribbage. He was a life member and Pilgrim of the Moose Lodge and an active member of his church.
George will be remembered as a man of integrity, fairness, good humour and a strong faith.
A family celebration will be held at a later date when it is safe to do so. Rest in Peace Dear Dad, Rest in Peace.
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My Deepest condolences to the family.
I remember George as a soft spoken man who was kind, friendly, welcoming and who took interest in his neighbours. RIP George
To the family and friends of Arthur: Your Dad, Arthur was a dear friend and golf companion of my Dad, Robert McAndrew. I know my Dad will miss him . He called Arthur at least once a week. I met you Dad at my parents home and I remember him as being such a gentleman with a good sense of humour and a kind and caring manner. May the memories of your Dad, carry you through this sad time knowing that he is in a good place and will be smiling down on you from heaven.
Eleanor and John very sorry to see that your Dad passed. Please let me know when a Funeral Service is doable and I will sure attend. Stay well
When I worked as a manager at CP Railway in Revelstoke it was great to have George on the team, he was knowledgeable and always eager to help with a smiling face. He was a great addition to the CPR family for many years. My condolences to John and Eleanor and all the family members.
Rick & Rhonda Evans
West Kelowna BC
I first met the Spencer family in the 1960s when I stayed with my Grand Parents (Martha and Alex Thompson) during the summer months in Revelstoke. As a kid I remembered George as a kind and loving father. I became friends with his son John. I have very fond memories of those summers. I am very sorry on the passing of George. My deepest condolences to the family. Norm Thompson
So sorry to hear this. George was a true gentleman and such a good friend to my parents.