Westport – Genevieve Ruth (Schlemmer) Spivey, 89, wife of Benson Spivey, of Westport, died Friday, March 19, 2004, unexpectedly at her home.
Born in Fall River, daughter of the late Henry and Elizabeth (Addison ) Schlemmer, she had summered in Westport for numerous years before becoming a permanent resident in the mid 1960’s. Prior to her retirement she was a seamstress in various mills in the Fall River area.
Mrs. Spivey was a graduate of B.M.C. Durfee High School. She loved spending time with her family. She lived life to the fullest as an avid water-skier up to the age of seventy. She also enjoyed the beach, the ocean, air gliding, motorcycling, hot air balloon trips and camping.
Survivors including her husband are a son: Carl B. Spivey of Westport; a daughter: Ruth G. White of Westport; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Calling hours to which relatives and friends are invited will be Tuesday, March 23, 2004, 4 – 7 P.M. at the POTTER FUNERAL HOME, 81 Reed Rd., Westport.
Funeral services will be private.