Death date: Jan 19, 2016
Clare Jordan Spanks, a lifelong resident of Lawrence, MA, died on January 19, 2016. She was the daughter of the late James and Helen (Ryan) Jordan and the beloved wife of the late John J. Spanks, a former Lawrence Police Officer. Read Obituary
Dear John and Ellen, It was with great sadness that I learned of the recent passing of your mother. My brother, Dave Barry, sent me a copy of the obituary. What wonderful accomplishments she made to those she came in contact with kindness and generosity. I was often told of the good times and the laughs she had with "the girls" on Emerald Ave. Clare was admired, respected and loved. With my prayers and sympathy, Mary Ann Barry Kraunelis
I am very sorry about Claire she as a dear friend of my sister Kay O'Connor Kay is in a nursing hone in Dover she was quite upset not to be with family on this sad day 2904 Just wanted you to know Kay was thinking of your mother
Dear John and Ellen, So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was such a spirited woman who enjoyed every minute of life and so strong and healthy. You were both so good to her all these years. She is the last of the Sheridan Street memories to pass. My thoughts are with you both. Kathy
Ellen, John I was sorry to hear about your loss. Claire brought up two wonderful children. She will be missed. Ed Schruender
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Spanks family and Clare's many friends at this time. I remember Clare's kindness during my visit to North Andover in 1991. May she rest in peace. Gordon Crowley
Dear Ellen and John. Sincere sympathies on the death of your dear Mum. We have such happy memories of meeting her on several occasions in Ireland and at her home in Lawrence. It was nice that she was able to stay at home in her later years. May her soul rest in peace.
With Sympathy to John & Ellen. Will miss you Clare. Had some good times & some good trips, Anne
Dear Ellen & John, We are so sorry to hear of your sad loss , although this is a most difficult time for you, you have the most wonderful memories of your Mum to sustain you in the days ahead.There is a blessing in the Irish language "Ar deis De to raibh a hanam dilis" which means "May her gentle soul rest forever at the right hand of the Lord." With renewed sympathy, Larry & Jo.
John Ellen we have lovely memories of your mother,she made us so welcome when we visited her home and the lovely meal she prepared. Lovely memories of her as she visited us all in Ireland. Condolence to you both Florence and Ann Crowley
John & Ellen, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mother Claire. Words cannot ease the pain of loss, but may it help you to know that your friends are always there to share in your grief. Even though I cannot be with you in person, I am thinking of you both during this difficult time. With heartfelt sympathy from Ireland, Love & prayers, Betty Stoutt.
