Jeffrey Michael Spedding

March 9, 1979 - June 18, 2018

Heaven gained a very special Angel with the passing of Jeffrey Michael Spedding on Monday June 18, 2018, as he was surrounded by his loving and dedicated parents, Denise Spedding and Kevin Bornt. Born at St. Mary’s Hospital, Amsterdam, NY on March 9, 1979, Jeffrey resided in Johnstown, NY with his parents. Jeffrey attended the BOCES Multiple Handicapped Program from 1984 - June 2000 when he proudly graduated from Mayfield Central School. He later attended the Lexington Day Program from 2000 – 2009. During this time, Jeffrey received many merits, awards, achievements, and certificates. He performed many humanitarian acts for needy people as well as animals. He enjoyed baking dog biscuits and delivering them to the Humane Society and helping with donations for local food pantries. Tending to his flower garden, listening to music, and watching the birds at the birdfeeders outside his window brought Jeffrey so much joy. Although his life was short, it was filled with immeasurable love from family and many friends. Jeffrey’s smile was infectious and the joyful blessings he brought to his Mom and Dad will always be with them. He will be sadly missed. In addition to his parents, Jeffrey is survived by several aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was predeceased by maternal grandparents, Donald and Dorothy Herrick, paternal grandparents, Arthur and Jane Bornt, and uncles, David Bornt and Lewis Smith. The family would like to acknowledge the special care given to Jeffrey by Dr. Emily Etzkorn, and the staff at St. Mary’s Hospital, Amsterdam, especially ICU. Calling hours will be held on Friday from 11 am – 1pm at the Robert M. Halgas Funeral Home, Inc. 111 County Highway 106 (Corner of Route 29 & Black Street), Johnstown followed by a funeral service at 1pm conducted by Rev. Christopher Hamm. Burial will be in Mayfield Union Rural Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Foundation of St. Mary’s Healthcare, 427 Guy Park Avenue, Amsterdam, NY 12010. Jeffrey will always be with us. His strong yet gentle spirit will always live in our hearts. We love you to the moon and back, Jeffrey.