In Loving Memory Of
Ruth “Lynne” Spero
Ruth “Lynne” Spero, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Winnipeg, MB, passed away on Thursday, July 15, 2021, at the QEII Hospital at the age of 74 years.
Lynne Spero was born on June 29, 1947, to William and Marjorie Hartmier, she was the oldest of their five children. She was raised in Winnipeg and attended Gordon Bell School. Lynne met John Spero at a German Club Dance on June 28, 1969, and they were engaged two weeks later on July 12, 1969. Lynne and John got married on March 28, 1970. Shortly after the wedding, they moved to Grande Prairie, taking an interest in the business community.
Lynne was incredibly proud, with a dry sense of humour enjoyed by many. Lynne loved spending time with her grandchildren and looking through pictures and videos. She enjoyed visiting and catching up on the phone with old friends and family. She also loved both business and politics.
Lynne will be sadly missed by her children: Justin Spero, Chris Spero, and Cord (Amber) Spero; grandchildren Jaikin Spero (Justin’s son) and Clark Spero (Cord’s son); as well as her brother Cliff Hartmier, and sister Susen Coey.
Lynne was predeceased by her husband John Spero; parents Marjorie and William Hartmier; brother Douglas Hartmier; as well as her sister Lorien Hartmier.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, July 26, 2021, at 11:30am at Oliver’s Funeral Home in Grande Prairie (10005 107 Ave).
A livestream link to watch the service will be available 10 minutes prior to the service.
Memorial Donations may be made to the Canadian Transplant Association (PO Box 71530 Hillcrest Post Office, 1463 Johnston Rd., White Rock, BC, V4B 3Z0).
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Ruth Lynne Spero June 29 1947 July 15 2021..
Death notice for the town of: Grande-Prairie, Province: Alberta
To Justin, Chris, Cord and families, my heartfelt sympathy and love is extended to you at this difficult time. Many memories through the years are stored in my mind! Your mother was a very dear friend of mine and l will really miss all those phone calls since moving to Fort St. John. Sorry it will be impossible to be with you Monday, but l will livestream. My ❤️ and prayers are for you all!