Rosemary Ann Spear Obituary (1954

Rosemary Ann Spear was born on May 6, 1954 in Springfield, Massachusetts. She passed away at Baystate Medical Center surrounded by family on July 6, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Gerald E. Spear, Sr. and Katherine Doyle Spear. She attended Ursuline Academy and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from American international College. Rosemary was tremendously gifted in the culinary arts which led to her success as a professional caterer and nutritionist. She was the owner of Creative Catering. Additionally, she joined the staff at Mount Holyoke College as a kosher/ Halal chef manager and event planner. She also served as an event coordinator at the Jewish Community Center in Amherst, Massachusetts. After retirement, Rosemary volunteered as a senior elections clerk in the city of Springfield Board of elections office. She also volunteered at the Christian Life Center where she provided weekly dinners for members. And finally, she volunteered as a tenant association advocate for McLaren House. Rosemary leaves behind her son, Matthew Spear, grandsons Carter Spear and Adam Spear and former daughter-in-law Katherine Spear. She also leaves behind sisters Mary Louise Elkas (husband, Jeff), Joanne Spear Posa (husband, Jim), and brothers Gerald E. Spear, Jr. (wife, Laurel) and David P. Spear. Also, first cousin Carole Noonan was as close to Rosemary as a sister. In addition, she leaves behind two nieces and seven nephews, who knew her as the fun aunt. Rosemary‘s big personality and generous spirit made her so easy to love. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at New Life Church on Westwood Avenue in East Longmeadow at 11:00 AM on July 11, 2026. The family has requested that donations be sent to: the American Cancer Society, Food Bank of Western Massachusetts, Dakin Humane Society, or Baystate Medical Center.