Elmo James Spears Jr. was born October 1, 1935 in Mount Clemens, MI to Elmo and Susan Spears and passed away on December 28, 2016. Elmo greatly enjoyed hunting, fishing, and making homemade wine. He was the Vice President in the First Marine Division association. He was an Honorary black belt at Art Palmer’s Karate Dojo and enjoyed helping the young karate students in the martial arts. His greatest passion was passing on the knowledge his father had taught him. Elmo was also a member of the Old Fashion Independent Baptist Church.

He is survived by his wife – Linda Spears, daughters – Kimberly Spears Smith (Steve), and Stacey Spears, sons – William Vermeulen, and Earl Vermeulen Jr., 10 Grandchildren and 6 Great Grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his mother – Susan Spears, father – Elmo Spears, four sisters, and his son – Danny Spears.

Service will be held January 14, 2017 at 2:00pm at Old Fashion Independent Baptist Church with Gary Howard conducting the service.