Hazel Eugenia Willis Spencer, 101 - Travelers Rest

Hazel Eugenia Willis Spencer, 101, of Travelers Rest, widow of Thomas James Spencer, passed away on Friday at her home.

Born in Greenville County, she was a daughter of the late William Cooper Willis and Flora Coleman Willis. Mrs. Spencer was an Avid Clemson fan. She was a lifelong member, and the oldest member of Locust Hill Baptist Church.

She is survived by two daughters: Joann S. Jones, and Joyce S. Fisher (George); one son: Thomas J. Spencer, Jr. (Jacque); four grandchildren, and one great-grandchild.

Along with her parents, she was predeceased by one son-in-law: Ronald H. Jones; one sister: Velma Cox; five brothers: Paul Willis, Ingram Willis, Theron Willis, Alvin Willis, and Bruce Willis.

Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Locust Hill Baptist Church, with burial to follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday at Locust Hill Baptist Church.

The family will be at the home.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Locust Hill Baptist Church, P.O. Box 759, Travelers Rest, SC 29690.

Online condolences may be expressed here.

The Howze Mortuary, Travelers Rest, is in charge of the arrangements. (864) 834-8051

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