Paul Joseph Spiers

SPIERS, PAUL J. - Entered into rest on July 6, 2014 in San Francisco, CA. Dearly beloved son of Vincent F. Spiers. Beloved brother of Kelly Spiers and Colleen Spiers, both of Santa Rosa, CA and Sean Spiers of Livermore, CA. Also survived by his Uncle; Sean Spiers and Aunt; Eileen Spiers, both of San Francisco, his Aunt; Mary Spiers of Warren Point, North Ireland and his Aunt and Uncle; Patricia and Seamus Bell of Belfast, North Ireland, as well as numerous cousins. A native of San Francisco, CA, age 51 years. Paul is preceded in death by his mother, Elizabeth M. (McGreevy) Spiers in June of 1995. Paul was proud of his Irish Heritage, both of his parents being born in County Down, North Ireland. Paul was a graduate of Cardinal Newman High School Class of 1981, followed by being educated and graduating from St. Mary's College in Moraga, CA. He enjoyed his career in the Hospitality Industry, including many years at the landmark Mark Hopkins Hotel. Paul loved his job at the "Top of the Mark". San Francisco was Paul's beloved home of thirty years where he became an avid Giant's Fan and enjoyed his weekly visits to the Civic Center Farmer's Market. He will be missed by many that were fortunate to know him, especially his friends; Sally, Rosie, Peter, Nicole and Bob…you know Paul will be "watching over you". Family and friends are invited to attend a memorial Vigil Service on Monday evening, July 21, 2014 at 7:00 P.M. at the LAFFERTY & SMITH COLONIAL CHAPEL (4321 Sonoma Highway, Santa Rosa, CA, 95409). Private inurnment. As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to one of Paul's favorite organizations, "Turtle Island Restoration Network" (Attn: Todd Steiner; Director, P.O. Box 370 Forest Knolls, CA, 94933.