L. Redmond

Biography

L. Spencer Redmond passed away June 23, 2014 in Logan, Utah following multiple strokes. He was born in Rock Springs, Sweetwater, Wyoming, 25 October 1943 to Hugh E and Eva Spencer Redmond. He grew up in the avenues of Salt Lake City, graduating from his beloved East High School in 1962. Spencer attended the University of Utah and Weber State College, served as member of Utah National Guard, and fulfilled an honorable LDS mission to Western Canada.

Spencer married DeAnn Benson 6 May 1966 in the Logan LDS Temple. Spencer realized his dream of becoming a law enforcement officer in 1970 when he joined the Utah Highway Patrol (UHP). After serving in central Utah for several years, Spencer and the family settled in Garland, a community that he loved to live in and serve. He served as a volunteer firefighter for Garland Fire Department, but perhaps his favorite activity was the Annual Fireman's Fish Fry. His welding expertise blessed many in the community in his off-duty hours, and he also loved teaching concealed weapons courses and Hunter's Education classes. After retiring from UHP in 1990, Spencer became a reserve police officer for Garland Police Department and worked at Nucor Steel until 1999. He retired in 2009 with 39 years in law enforcement, and after that served as president of the Utah Retired Troopers Association 2010-11.

Spencer was dedicated to law enforcement and loved his profession. His love of people and willingness to help those in need is what defined him, and he was happiest on patrol, Pepsi in hand, listening to the scanner and responding to calls. He loved good music, good food, and good company.

Spencer is father of two sons and three daughters: Troy Redmond, Gina (Timothy) Ward, Leslie (Shane) Perkins, Micah (Cristina) Redmond, and Mandy (Jeremy) Webb. He has 12 grandchildren: Spencer Jr, Joshua, Mark and Samuel Ward, Kjia, Morgan and Rhett Perkins, Olivia, Caleb and Jillian Redmond, and Wesley and Kennedy Webb. He is survived by his wife DeAnn, his children and grandchildren, two sisters: Betty and Louise, twin brother, Michael Redmond, as well as many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. He is preceded in death by his parents, step-father Lamar Pete Hawkins, and two brothers, Jack and Randy.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Utah 1033 Foundation, named for the radio code "10-33," which means an officer is in urgent need of help. This group gives back to families have suffered the loss of a loved one who served in Utah law enforcement. Web-site: http://utah1033.org/

Funeral Services will be held Thursday, June 26, at 11:00 a.m. at the LDS Stake Center, Fielding, Utah. Viewing from 6-8 p.m., Wednesday June 25th, at Rogers and Taylor Funeral Home (111 N. 100 E - Tremonton). Viewing prior to the funeral on Thursday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. Interment following in the Garland City Cemetery.

Special thanks to the staff of Sunshine Terrance, Access Home Health & Hospice, Dr. Maready and staff, as well as the many family and friends who have helped our family through this difficult time. We love and appreciate you!