Thomas Andrew Spears, 29, of Farmington, Iowa, passed away at 8:33 p.m., Friday, August 15, 2025, near Argyle, Iowa.
He was born on October 19, 1995, in Burlington, Iowa, the son of James and Amy (McDavid) Spears.
He is survived by his daughter: Chenoa Spears; mother and step-father: Amy (Jeff) Krebill; father: James “Jimmy” Spears; brothers: Jacob (Addison) Spears, Elijah Spears, Joseph Krebill; grandmother: Vicki McDavid; grandparents: Mark and Ellen Meek. Also surviving are several aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather; Robert; paternal grandparents; Daniel, Sr. & Nora Spears; two uncles and one aunt.
Thomas was an iron worker, concrete laborer and landscaper. He had a big heart and did not know a stranger. He loved his daughter fiercely. She was his world! Thomas loved ice cream dates with Chenoa, hunting, fishing, trapshooting with his brothers, enjoying adventures in nature and a good Sunday on the river. Most of all, he enjoyed time with family and friends. He was a master negotiator with anyone he met and a hard worker – full speed at everything.
A visitation with family receiving friends will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, August 21, 2025, at Schmitz Funeral Home in Donnellson with Pastor Kevin Hardcastle officiating.
Burial will be held at a later date.
A memorial has been established in his memory for his daughter’s education.
Schmitz Funeral Home of Donnellson is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.