Spivey- Glossie Monroe Spivey "Papa", age 85, of Callahan, Florida departed this life peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on May 10, 2026. He was born in Fairmont, North Carolina on June 18, 1940, to his parents Glossie Monroe Spivey and Estelle Gray. Monroe is remembered by his family as a handyman, that could fix just about anything, and an avid outdoorsman. His family recollects on his times not only tending to his beloved chickens but spending hours gardening and even contributed to the local ballparks by planting trees for everyone to enjoy. Monroe's time at the ballparks was not limited to nature as he was an incredibly dedicated baseball and soccer coach to his grandchildren and further his great-grandchildren. His love for his family and the people around him was shown relentlessly, his family takes the time to admire that he never missed a game or practice for the teams, no matter what. Monroe consistency is seen further through his attainment of his black belt in Tang Soo Do and Taekwondo. He is truly remembered by his family and all around him, an unwavering, loving presence that will be deeply missed. Monroe is preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Joann Spivey; beloved son, Jamie Spivey; brother, Leo Spivey; and sister, Betty Jean Ford.

Monroe is survived by his children, Debi (Bill) Eason and Jody (Kathy) Spivey; sisters, Alice Page and Rosalee (Author) Snipes; grandchildren, Jason (April) Eason, Jonathan (Christine) Eason, Brittani Eason, and Julian Spivey; great-grandchildren, Jay Eason, Julius Alvarez, and Eleni (Ellie) Shilling; brother-in-law, Jerry (Jean) Allen; sister-in-law, Joy Lynn Wright; a special niece, Lisa Nelson, and many nephews and nieces.

A Celebration of Monroe's Life will be held on Thursday, May 14, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Nassau Funeral Home with Chaplain Jim Cox officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The arrangements are under the care and direction of Nassau Funeral Home, 547120 US-1, Callahan, Florida 32011. 904-879-1770. Visit www.nassaufh.com to sign the family's guest book.