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Gene was a wonderful person and good friend growing up. We loved going to watch his bands and he always was the life of the party with such a great smile and full of life. God Bless his soul and my deepest sympathy to all of the Spear family in this time of sorrow.
Posted: 9/14/2021 by Kim Gustafson Clemons of Springfield, Ma, USA
Our thoughts can only imagine the pain each and everyone of you feel. Our hearts are heavy with grief. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, may God give you the courage you need to move forward and try to heal. May Gene Rest In Peace. The Spear family will always have a special place in our hearts. Tom and Gina Messenger
Posted: 9/14/2021 by Gina Messenger of East Longmeadow , Massachusetts , USA
Gene was hired into my band Locomotion and immediately his voice and front man abilities took the band to a new level. His infectious laugh and sense of humor gave the band a personality boost as well. He quickly became a good friend to my brother and I. He was always positive and had a nack for taking uncomfortable situations and elevating the mood - diffusing whatever the controversy was. I'll never forget the parties at his house. He would put music on and all of us would sing harmony parts along with the songs. It was so much fun. He never wanted us to leave those parties (even though we had long rides back to CT). Gene had us belly laughing on the very long ride to upstate Maine on a white water rafting trip. It made the ride seem like it took only a few hours. I remember us trying to find Moose in my Father's mini van. After a recommendation, we drove down a dirt road for what seemed like 5 miles. It was pitch black, in the middle of nowhere. The van got a flat tire. We didn't have any flashlights, cellphones, etc. I was pretty nervous, but Gene was still making jokes to keep the situation light. Luckily, another vehicle heading in the opposite direction stopped and shined their lights so we could change the tire. After Gene left the band to start his own projects in MA, we lost track of one another. I was so grateful to be asked to be a part of his benefit gig. It was great to see him after so many years. I will always remember Gene as witty, sarcastic and someone who made us laugh constantly. His showmanship and voice on stage elevated Locomotion to be the band it still is today. I will always look fondly on those years and remember the performer and friend he was. My sincere condolences go out to his family in this unimaginably difficult time.
Posted: 9/15/2021 by Chris Urso of Simsbury, CT, USA
My deepest condolences go to the whole family. Gene was such an awesome person. He grow up with my mom and uncle (Parker’s) any time I seen him he was always full of happiness and jokes. He will be truly missed. Me and family are thinking of your all in your time of need. God bless you all.
Posted: 9/15/2021 by Christina Witherspoon of Springfield , Ma, USA
Sending Condolences to the family. Growing up in the Forest Park area with Gene, I am very saddened to hear of his passing. Many times spent laughing and being teens will remain fondly in my mind. Rest In Peace my friend. Cindy
Posted: 9/15/2021 by C Thans of Springfield , Ma, United States
Denise and I send our Deepest Condolences to the Spear Family. May Gene's memories live on in your hearts.
Posted: 9/15/2021 by Ray and Denise Turrini of West Springfield, Massachusetts ,
I'm so sorry to hear about Gene I was a childhood friend of Gene and also went to school with him. He was a good man and I'm so sadden to hear about this. I send prayers to his family. Rip Gene Spear.
Posted: 9/15/2021 by Donna Miller of Feeding hills , MA, United States
Derrick Howard and his family wish to extend our sincere condolences to all of the Spear family for your loss. Derrick especially sends his heartfelt condolences and know he grieve with you.
Posted: 9/16/2021 by Derrick Howard of Springfield , Massachusetts , Hampden
i did not know gene personally but saw his band many times. Very talented and always put on a great show. Gave me many good times at the meadows in East Longmeadow. may he rest in peace.
Posted: 9/17/2021 by Paul McDonough of agawam, ma, hampden
To the Spear family; We are sadden to hear of Gene's passing. Our prayers that God will comfort your hearts during this time of great sorrow. May you know that heaven has a new angel and to "Live in your hearts is not to die ". Hugs2u, Gail & Jack Rogers.
Posted: 9/21/2021 by Gail l Rogers of Chicopee, MA, United States
I am so sorry and heartbroken to hear about Gene. My deepest condolences to Gene’s friends and family. I worked in bands like “Dakota” with Gene in the early nineties and practiced in the basement of his mom’s costume shop. Gene helped form some of the best memories of my life, as he did for everyone he connected with. Such an amazing and talented human. I just learned of his passing and I am writing through tears - I miss you and love you Gene. I will always cherish the memories of our time together. Rest easy my friend.
Posted: 9/28/2021 by James Mogul of Pittsfield, MA, USA
Just a short note to let you know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during your period of grief.
Posted: 9/29/2021 by Robert J Armata of Chicopee, Massachusetts, United States