Lyle R. Spencer, 91 formerly of Caledonia passed away May 30, 2014 in Elk Grove Village. Born May 2, 1923 in Belvidere, he was the son of the late Jay F. and Nellie (Kezar) Spencer. He was the husband of the late Alta Marks Spencer.
A U.S. Navy Veteran, Lyle served his country during of WWII. He was a Purple Heart Recipient and a Lifetime member of the Loves Park VFW.
Lyle retired from Goss Printing after many years of employment.
He enjoyed watching television, eating, gardening, camping, driving, and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his nieces, Carolyn Pennington, Susie Peterson, and Louise (Doug) Kant; and 3 more generations of family to include 38 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and sister, Geraldine.
Funeral service, 2 p.m., Saturday, June 7, 2014, at Sunset Funeral Home, 8800 N. Alpine Road, Machesney Park. Visitation, 1 p.m. to time of service. Interment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Online condolences may be submitted at sunsetfhmemgardens.com
