In Memory

Tom Speer

Tom Speer

Tom passed away November 24, 2023 from pancreatic cancer.  A video tribute to Tom can be viewed on YouTube- video tribute to Tom Speer.

Thomas Everett Speer 1948-2023 (Obituary submitted by Jerry Harrell)

Tom was born in Ottawa, KS to Dr. Louis & Jessie Speer on March 1, 1948. Pancreatic cancer took him from us on November 24, 2023.

Tom attended Ottawa schools until he went to Kemper Military. After graduation, he attended the University of Kansas. His life was filled with love for film. He was given a camera at an early age. At 18 yrs., Tom made a short film with Linda Lloyd & Hurst Coffman, "Welcome To Ottawa". It's an informative 20-minute film to familiarize people with the area. Tom became a cinematographer, producer, director & editor. He traveled the world making documentaries for Rick Steves & Bill Nye the Science Guy. Tom received many plaques & trophies for his work through the years. He spent time in Lincoln, NE & ETV network & eventually to Seattle KCTS channel 9.

Tom loved being behind the camera but also loved the theatre & his dogs. He was an active member of ESRA (rescue for Springer Spaniels). He gave his home to many rescues. Those that knew Tom, knew he had a huge heart & would go out of his way to make others feel special.

Tom is survived by his sister Ellen Downey, brother Bill Speer, spouse Jerry Harrell & his 2 dogs, Bosco & Serbi.

A gathering to remember Tom will be held on March 1, 2024, at the Burien Community Center 14700 6th Ave. S W, Burien, WA from 4 p.m.-6 p.m.

Please pass this information on. I don't want to miss anyone. I can be contacted via Facebook Messenger

Video tribute to Videographer Tom Speer Seattle channel.org