John “Jack” Edward Spencer Jr., father of three children, musician, architectural designer, historic theatre proprietor, woodworker and Jack of many other trades passed away in his home in Crescent City, Calif. on Feb. 17th, 2025. He was 67 years old. Jack was driven by many creative ventures in both his personal and professional life. He often looked for the humor in the mundane, the tragedy, the uncomfortable, and the celebrations. Jack was able to build community and find companionship no matter where he lived. He’s forever in our hearts.Jack was the loving father to Adam Spencer (Lauren Godla), Colin Spencer and Tiernan (Rob) Gannon, grandfather to Archer John Gannon, son of the late John E. Spencer and Eileen Tiernan Spencer Hennessey, brother to the late Anne (late David) Meltzer, Mary (Joe) Lischka, and Gail (late David) Schickele, uncle to the the late Daniel Granica, niece Gail Lischka Granica, nephew Nighttrain Schickele, and remembered by beloved cousins and cherished friends dating to his childhood. Donations may be made in Mr. Spencer’s name to the Universal Heart Center. Mail checks to UHC, PO Box 1650, Crescent City, CA 95531. Full obituary can be found at wiersmortuary.com.Details for a future celebration of life in a less remote corner of the country will be forthcoming. To plant a tree in memory of John Spencer, Jr. as a living tribute, please visit Tribute Store. googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display('ad-1515727'); });