Spencer Clifford Whittington, passed away on August 11, 2025, at the age of 88, in Vincennes, Indiana. Born on May 16, 1937, in Portland, Indiana, to Ruby M. Freeman Whittington and Spencer M. Whittington.
Spencer was a father of five, grandfather to eight and great-grandfather to four. He is survived by his 5 children: Deborah Maxwell (Bill) of Portland, IN; Charles Whittington (Janet) of Rostraver Township, PA; Tamara George of Salisbury, NC; Teresa Bozzarello (John) of Evans, GA; and Jeffrey Whittington of Portland, IN. His legacy continues through his eight grandchildren, Christy (deceased), Erica (deceased), Justin, Monica, Josh, Kaitlyn, Chandler and Victoria and four great-grandchildren, Isabella, Neveah, Aaliyah, and James. Spencer is also survived by two brothers, Paul Whittington (Julie) of Oklahoma City, OK, and Rick Whittington (Linda) of Brownsville, KY.
Spencer was a member of the United States Navy, in the field of cryptology. Following his naval career, he then pursued the new emerging field in computers sciences until he retired.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marjorie L. Clark Whittington along with two sisters and two brothers. Spencer’s love for music and musical instruments was his life’s passion. This love was a testament to his joyful spirit and creative mind.
As we bid farewell to Spencer, we celebrate a life of honor and achievement. There will be a military service at Memorial Park Cemetery at a later date. Fredrick and Son McClure-Utt Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences and fond memories may be left at www.fredrickandson.com.
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