John S. Spence
1788–1840 (age 52)
Clergyman
Biography
John S. Spence devoted his life to guiding his congregation through the challenges of the early nineteenth century, offering calm steadiness as a clergyman at Saint Pauls Episcopal Church. His sermons and pastoral care nurtured parishioners who sought spiritual grounding in a period of rapid change.
He is remembered with gratitude by those who knew him for his unwavering commitment to service and the gentle way he led others toward compassion and faith, leaving a legacy still honored at his resting place.