Lyman Duffy Spears was surrounded by his family when he passed from this life, Wednesday, May 25, 2005 at 2:30 p.m. after a courageous battle with cancer.
”Duffy” was born August 5, 1955 in Beaumont, Texas and was a graduate of Forrest Park High School and Elkins Institute of Broadcasting. He pursued his lifelong passion as a radio personality in Baton Rouge La., and ended his career in Fort Meyer, Florida. Duffy was well known for his generous kind nature, his sense of humor and he brought joy to all who were fortunate enough to know him.
He is survived by his loving mother, Shirley Spears of Beaumont; his siblings, Kyle Spears and his wife Sara of Austin, Texas, Elizabeth Swallow and her husband Chuck of Austin, Texas, and Chris Spears and his wife Wendy of Houston, Texas. He is also survived by numerous other family members and countless friends. His father, Joe Bob Spears, preceded him in death.
A gathering of Duffy’s family and friends will be held from 12:00 noon until 2:00 p.m Sunday, May 29, 2005 at Broussard’s Mortuary, 2000 McFaddin, Beaumont. A graveside service will follow at 2:30 p.m. in Forest Lawn Memorial Park.