Charlotte Rae Spear, 88, of Laramie, WY passed away on November 3, 2020. She was born in Grant, NE to her parents, Ray and Ruth Eppler.
As a young child, she moved to Sybille Canyon, WY, where her parents homesteaded. Charlotte attended a one room schoolhouse on the ranch and the teacher lived with them. When she got to Junior High they moved into Laramie, WY.
Charlotte married Doug Bird. They had a daughter, Valerie, and were later divorced.
On November 10, 1956 she married Patrick Spear in Fort Collins, CO. Their son Mark was born to this union.
She had many interests that included cooking, sewing, flower gardening, hunting, fishing, traveling, and bowling.
She worked for the Albany County School District as a cook in the lunchroom for over 20 years. She loved her lunch lady friends. They would meet for lunch once a month until just a few years ago.
Sewing was one of her hobbies. She made many quilts and clothes, some without a pattern and they fit.
Traveling and bowling were her passion, which took her to many, many places across the U.S., where she brought home lots of photos, memories and awards.
We all have heard of the great camping trips that they took with family and friends, whether it was in the backyard, in the wilderness, or Alaska. She looked forward to each of them.
Preceding her in death is her husband, Patrick; parents; son-in-law, John; son, Rick; and daughter-in-law, Kathy.
Surviving her are her son, Mark (Robi) of Moorcroft, WY; daughter, Valerie of Laramie; four grandchildren; and several great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.
8 Comments To "Charlotte Rae Spear"
#1 Comment By Santana Romero On November 10, 2020 @ 8:33 pm
Charlotte, I’m writing this with much pain in my heart to read that you passed. You were the sweetest person and always filled my day with joy just seeing you. I enjoyed your stories, sharing with you about my growing family, and hearing all about your grand babies. Thank you for showing me so much love and always welcoming me with a hug in the morning. Rest in paradise, I will always remember youâ¤
I’m so sorry for your loss Valerie. You all are so special to me!
#2 Comment By Donald E Shoefelt On November 11, 2020 @ 9:17 am
It was an honor and pleasure to have known and worked with Charlotte while I was a teacher at LHS. She was always so
friendly and nice to be around. She will be missed. My condolences to the family.
#3 Comment By Betty Holmes On November 11, 2020 @ 10:47 am
I always enjoyed bowling with Charlotte — and she inspired because she was able to continue bowling well into her eighties. She was a great neighbor and always kept treats handy for my dogs, even when she and her husband no longer had a dog. She will be missed.
#4 Comment By Joe Crawford On November 12, 2020 @ 3:25 pm
Be at peace; you are in a better place. Joe A. Crawford
#5 Comment By JOAN MARIE McGEE On November 13, 2020 @ 8:35 pm
SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR PASSING. IT WAS NICE TO KNOW YOU THE SHORT TIME WHEN I FIRST MET YOU. YOU ARE IN A BETTER PLACE NOW.
#6 Comment By Mike & Betty Beaver On November 14, 2020 @ 1:46 pm
Charlotte and Pat were our neighbors for many years. They were always helpful and kind to us and our children. They are both sincerely missed. Our condolences go out to the Valarie and Mark and families.
#7 Comment By Bernnie F. On November 14, 2020 @ 2:59 pm
My fondest memory is the year Charlotte needed a bowling partner for State. We paired up and won the State Doubles in our division. She said that in all her years of bowling, that was her only state win! You will be missed Charlotte. RIP
#8 Comment By Jill Knight On November 15, 2020 @ 7:10 pm
Charlotte, I will always remember your humor, knowledge, and caring soul. Working with you at the schools was always fun and you will be missed ! Rest In Peace, Jill Knight