Gordon "Buddy" Eugene Spencer

Gordon Eugene Spencer (Buddy) passed away peacefully on February 22, 2025, at the age of 89. He was born on March 12, 1935, in Upshur County, Texas to Alvin Spencer and Rayner Moon.

He was raised in Gilmer, Texas and graduated from Gilmer High School. After high school attended several universities, he then served honorably in the United States Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict where he received several awards and specialized training.

 Eugene is survived by his daughter Lisa Nelson; nieces Elaine Joyce Tevebaugh, Jolene Spencer, Jolie Parrish. A special cousin Bettye Ezell Renner Wheeler.

Eugene is preceded in death by his parents Alvin Spencer and Rayner Moon, Gilmer, Texas; brother James Richard Spencer, Albuquerque, New Mexico; sisters: Marilyn Spencer Bralley, Alabama and Majorie Spencer Tevebaugh, Stephenville, Texas

A visitation will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Croley Funeral Home in Gilmer, Texas. A graveside service will take place the following day, Friday, February 28, 2025, at 2:00 PM at Gilmer City Cemetery.