NEW BEDFORD - Benson Spivey, 90, of Westport died Saturday, February 18, 2006 at St. Luke’s Hospital after a brief illness. He was the husband of the late Genevieve R. (Schlemmer) Spivey.
Born in Fall River, son of the late Alfred and Annie (Thorpe) Spivey he had lived in Westport for most of his life. He was formerly employed as a mechanic for Eastern MA Transportation Co. of Fall River until his retirement and had owned and operated the former Ben’s Marine of Fall River. Mr. Spivey enjoyed boating and fishing.
He is survived by a son: Carl B. Spivey of Westport and a daughter: Ruth G. White and her husband Chapin of Westport, 5 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Edna McCormik.
Private arrangements are under the direction of Potter Funeral Home, 81 Reed Road, Westport.
Calling Hours are respectfully omitted