of Little Rock, AR
January 13, 1947 - August 30, 2023
Donny Ray Spears, 76, of Little Rock passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2023. He was born in Shreveport, LA on January 13, 1947 to Olive Lillian Rockett Spears and Grayson Lee Spears. He was predeceased by his twin sister, Barbara Roberson; sisters, Florene Keech, Evelyn Hudson and Opal Lee Spears and brothers, Grayson, Ted and James W. (Jake) Spears.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Ida Frances Young; daughter, Amy Spears-Schally (Dr. Gordon Schally) of New Orleans; brothers, Jerry (Donna) of Little Rock and Paul (Gwenette) of Ruston, LA; brother-in-law, Mike Young (Phyllis) of Shreveport, LA and numerous nieces and nephews.
Donny graduated from Farmerville High School in Farmerville, LA and attended Louisiana Tech University. He worked primarily in the carpet and carpet transportation industry, retiring from Mohawk Industries as a Regional Safety Manager.
Donny was a devoted caretaker to his wife and a loving and doting father to Amy. He loved telling stories and dad jokes to anyone willing to listen and even those maybe not so willing. He never met a stranger and he would do anything for anyone at anytime.
Donny was a Christian and a lifelong member of the Church of Christ. At the time of his death, he was a member of Pinnacle Valley Church of Christ.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Donny's church home, Pinnacle Church of Christ, 11610 Pleasant Ridge Rd, Ste 103-157 Little Rock, AR 72223.
Donny's funeral service will be 2:00pm Friday, September 1, 2023 in the Chapel of Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 I30, Little Rock, AR with Chuck Monan and John Phillips officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00pm. Entombment will follow at Riverwood Memorial Gardens.
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23 Condolence(s)
Andrea Webster
Monday, September 4, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Donny. The family is in my prayers. He will be missed at Pinnacle Church Of Christ.
Andrea Webster
Chesley and Marilyn Rockett
Monday, September 4, 2023
Praying for all my cousins and other family members at this time. Haven’t beet around Donny much in the last few years, but just know that we didn’t know about the funeral in time to make it but we are thinking about and praying for all Donny’s direct family members and Paul and Jerry. We love you guys.
Mary T Bennett
Sunday, September 3, 2023
im so sorry for your loss. my prayers are with your family
Linda and Don Jackson
Saturday, September 2, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Donny was one of the kindest individuals that we have ever known .Praying for you, Fran and your family's comfort during this very difficult time.
Martha Rockett Lowe
Friday, September 1, 2023
So so sorry to hear of Donny’s death. I am also sorry I couldn’t make it to the funeral. Prayers and love to the family.
Pauline Storey
Friday, September 1, 2023
Fran & Amy, I am so very sorry about Donny's passing. As you know, he and Dean (my late husband) were friends for over 40 years, and we both loved him and you dearly.
Sharon Ouchley
Friday, September 1, 2023
My late husband Eugene Ouchley and I will always be grateful to Donny for seeking him out of 19 applicants for a terminal manager's job at Carpet Transport here in Monroe, LA. several years ago Even though our son Mark or I are unable to attend the service today in Little Rock, our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Donna womack
Friday, September 1, 2023
Dear Paul and Gwenette, I love y’all both so much so hard to hear of the passing of your brother Donny. Another child of God home safe with God love to Fran and Amy. May God bless you at this time and comfort you as only he can love and prayers always in Christ.🥰ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Noelle Buttry
Thursday, August 31, 2023
I had the honor of photographing Donny & Fran in 2019 & I will always be grateful. Seeing his love and devotion to Fran was heartwarming and such a great example for all of us! My heart breaks for her because it was clear during our time together (the session and subsequent visits) that they were soulmates. Prayers for the family.
Julia and Jeff Combs
Thursday, August 31, 2023
So Sorry
Joe Teague
Thursday, August 31, 2023
I am so saddened to hear about Donnie. Donnie befriended me 5 years ago when I knocked on his door looking for clients for my business. He told me he was just a grumpy old man. I found him to be exactly the opposite. We studied the bible together until a combination of Covid and Bill McCauley passing ended our study. I will be unable to come to the service because of commitments and short notice. I hope the family knows I will be with them in prayer.
Paul & Gwenette Spears
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Our love to all our family,Donny really will be missed!
Judy Dover
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Amy, we are so very sorry to hear about your dad. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you, your mom and all of the family.
Judy and Doug Dover
Karen Colella
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Donny was always nice to me and he respected my position at Mohawk.
Donny always made me laugh with that giggle he had.
You are in my thoughts and prayers, and have my deepest condolences.
John & Valerie Phillips
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Valerie and I are heartbroken over the loss of our dear brother, Donnie but we know that he was a faithful Christian and is now FREE from the burdens and cares of this world and now resting in the presence of the Lord!
Tom Kelly
Thursday, August 31, 2023
I worked with Donny for 11 years at Mohawk and was always blessed by his presence. He always did the right thing and above all, treated
people respectfully. His loving dedication to Fran was an example for us all.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
Martha Roberson Walsworth
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Remembering all the Spears family in my prayers.
KC Collins
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Donny’s death was certainly unexpected. However, I will remember Donny first as a Christian man who loved and cared for his dear wife Fran. Donny and I have worshiped together at two different congregations. First at Pleasant Valley Church of Christ and later at the Pinnacle Church of Christ. I found him to be a kind, gentle, and caring person. He was a great example of what Christian living is about and will be missed.
Paul & Jennifer Hylemon
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Although his passing was unexpected, his Heavenly Father has been expecting him. We are praying for your comfort, sweet Fran, that God continue to bless you and yours who remain on this earth until you are reunited with Donny.
JAMES W. SPEARS, JR.
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Donny is the embodiment of our family's capacity for love, kindness, devotion, and wit. He will always be in our hearts, as will Frances and Amy. We love you all.
Lori Stephens
Thursday, August 31, 2023
I am so sorry to hear this. Praying for peace and comfort for Fran and Amy. I worked closely with both Donny and Fran at Mohawk Industries.
Barbara Huggins
Thursday, August 31, 2023
Teresa and jimbo boyd
Thursday, August 31, 2023
We are so sorry to hear this news. Donny was always so nice and helped up whenever we had questions about the neighborhood . Very nice and helpful. We are so sorry for Fran and all hi family. Please remember we are close if you need us. Teresa and jimbo