Mildred Spencer, 73, of Tampa, FL passed away, October 3, 2020, with her Daughter and Son in Law by her side at Advent Health Carrollwood hospital. Mildred Spencer is survived by Jody Spencer and Son-In-Law Norman Taylor, Siblings: Donnie Smith, Sr., Linda Sweat, and Juan Smith who preceded her in death, Nieces: Destinie and Lacie Smith, Nephews: Donnie Smith, Jr. and Loran Cercy.
Mildred was the oldest of four children born to Jeannette and Henry Smith, March 5, 1947, in Jacksonville, FL. She accepted Christ into her life at the age of 16 and began working at St. Vincent’s hospital in Riverside at the age of 17 as a Nurse’s Aid. She engaged in learning opportunities to continue her career growth. She advanced into a Cardiac Aid and up to a Cardiac Technician in the Cardiac Care unit helping people overcome open-heart surgery before becoming a housewife and homemaker at the age of 36.
She married John E. Spencer in 1974. They had one child together, Jody Spencer in 1977.
After 24yrs of marriage, she was predeceased by her husband in 1998. She has missed him since that day. She will rest with her twin flame husband at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL per her wishes. No services at this time due to COVID-19. A Memorial Service will be held at a later time.
Mildred’s biggest Civic Accomplishment was voting in the past few elections as she had never previously voted in her life.
Mildred’s Favorite Songs were Amazing Grace and There’s a Leak in this Old Building by Lashun Pace.
Mildred’s Favorite Hobbies were any kinds of crafts and baking, specific interests were Painting by Number, Crocheting, Sewing, Making Quilts, Coloring, and Word Search puzzles. She also loved any yard or bake sale that she could get involved with at the church, especially peanut brittle.
Mildred’s favorite color was green. It didn’t matter what it was, if it was green, she wanted it.
“Thoughts of Mildred, aka Loving Mom, Sister, Aunt, and Dear Friend”
Mom was a real people person. No matter the store or waiting room, we would enter not knowing anyone and leave feeling like we knew half of the people we had encountered. We were never able to provide her with grandchildren, but we always kept cats that were our “Kids”. She loved her grand kitties. We had 7 at the time of her passing. The biggest and scariest one, Jackson, stayed right by her all day just wanting more and more love for the last 6 years. They had a routine together. We all miss her and forever will. – Jody
Sister stayed with me and my late husband A.L. for a few years. She enjoyed traveling with us and being a part of our ministry. There were many laughs and much love shared among all we fellowshipped with. Sister was always welcomed with open arms. She would do whatever she could to help someone. Her humble attitude allowed her to enjoy working at the hospital and in the church to help others. Her morning phone calls are greatly missed. - Linda
Mildred was a very caring Sister. She always called to check on me. If she knew I was sick, she would follow up on how I was feeling. If I had a general checkup, she wanted to know everything was ok. – Donnie Sr.
The first Christmas that I was away from home Mom and Dad were busy in a revival and unable to come to see me. Aunt Mildred and Nanny showed up as a big surprise to me. I appreciated the thoughtfulness and love. - Loran
Mildred was a hard worker in the church. She told me that she loved to call me and felt like communication was part of her calling. She was always asking how everyone is doing and check to ensure Diane’s trip to see me and home were safe. The best thing about her is she would tell it how she saw it. Her morning phone calls are greatly missed. - Joyce
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