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SPENCER – Spencer Town Moderator William R. Shemeth III died suddenly at his home last night. He was 59 years old.
Emergency responders from the Spencer Rescue Squad were called to his residence, where they worked extensively to revive him, but their efforts were unsuccessful. His cause of death has not been released.
Shemeth was a lifelong resident who had been active in town organizations and government since he was a student at David Prouty High School. Serving as Spencer’s elected town moderator, he guided residents through annual and special town meetings.
Details on funeral arrangements and remembrances have not yet been announced.
