Charles Edward “Chuck” Spencer, 65, of Newton, died Thursday (Dec. 1, 2011) at his home.
He was born on November 23, 1946 in Wichita, the son of Myron Ted and Martha Kannapel Spencer, and was a lifelong resident of Newton.
Chuck and his brother, David owned and operated Spencer’s House in Newton for several years. Chuck worked for nearly 40 years at what was Cunningham Clothing which later became Cunningham’s by Legee. Recently, Chuck has been the maintenance man for the Chisholm Trail Outlet Mall of Newton. He was a member of the Circle 8 Square and Round Dance Club.
Survivors include his niece Carrie Goebel; great niece Brandi Beasley of Newton; his longtime companion, Twyla Kovac of the home and her children Kayln, Kathryn and Paul Kovac.
Chuck is preceded in death by his parents; brother David; and his twin sister Catherine Ann (Cathy) Schmidt.
Friends may call at the funeral home Wednesday 1pm til 9pm where the family will receive friends between 6 and 9.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 A.M., Thursday at the community room of the Chisholm Trail Outlet Mall.
A memorial has been established with the Circle 8 Square and Round Dance Club or Newton Meals On Wheels, contributions may be sent to Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, 120 E. Broadway, Newton, Ks. 67114.
Arrangements are by Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton.