Lisa Diane Spears

Lisa Spears
- Easley, SC

Lisa Diane Gregory Spears, 44, of 212 Meadow Lane, passed away Monday, February 14, 2011.

Born in Knoxville, TN, a daughter of Susie Reidneor Gregory of Knoxville, TN, and the late Vernon Gregory, Mrs. Spears earned her Bachelors Degree in Nursing from ETSU - Johnson City, TN. and her Masters Degree from the Medical University of South Carolina She was a nurse practitioner with Spartanburg Orthopaedics and was of the Southern Baptist faith.

Lisa began her career in the treatment of cancer patients where her selfless and caring nature flourished. She often placed the needs of her patients above her own.

As a colleague and College and Career Sunday School Teacher, she was an inspiration and joy to those around her.

Though Lisa stood only 5'3", everyone seemed to look up to her as she was often quoted saying "Dynamite comes in small packages" and she had a tremendous work ethic and was very compassionate.

Her life will always be remembered as a giving spirit whose love for friends, patients, family and her pets will be a lasting legacy to the lives of those she touched.

She is loved and will be dearly missed.

Surviving, in addition to her mother, are her husband, Brian Lee Spears of the home; two brothers, Dennis Gregory and Johnny Gregory, both of Knoxville; and a sister, Tammy Houk of Knoxville. In addition to her father, Mrs. Spears was predeceased by a brother, Randy Gregory.

Memorial services will be 4:00 PM Sunday in the chapel of Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road.

Visitation will be from 5:00 until 7:00 PM Saturday at the funeral home.

The family is at the residence.

Condolences may be expressed online at www.robinsonfuneralhomes.com or in person at Robinson Funeral Home-Powdersville Road, which is assisting the family.