John Joseph Spear, 74, of Guilford, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 8, 2024, at Yale New Haven Hospital with his family by his side. He was the beloved husband of 37 years to Barbara Curran Spear. John was born on August 3, 1949, son of the late Walter Ferris and Hanora Marie Somers Spear. He had worked as a Financial Advisor for MetLife for many years until his retirement. John loved fishing with his grandsons and became a fisherman because of them. Father of Michelle (Kevin) Kelly. Beloved “Papa” of Kevin and Sean, who meant the world to him. Brother of Walter and Robert Spear and the late Peter Spear. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, and beloved friends.
The visiting hours will be on Friday, January 12th from 4 to 8 PM at The Havens Family North Haven Funeral Home, 36 Washington Avenue. Relatives and friends are invited to go directly to Blessed Michael McGivney Parish in St. Mary’s Church, 5 Hillhouse Avenue, New Haven to attend a Mass of Christian burial on Saturday, January 13th at 10:00 AM and are also invited to attend the committal service immediately following in All Saints Cemetery, North Haven. Should friends desire memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, P.O. Box #50, Memphis, TN 38101-9929.
Dear Barbara and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. I know how much his family meant to him and how much he loved all of you. He always spoke about his grandchildren and how proud he was of them. If there is anything I can do, please let me know. Sending my love to you and your family. Love Joanna