Spencer Joseph Kitchens, age 61, of Mineral Bluff, Georgia, passed away at his home on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Born on March 1, 1965, in Andrews, North Carolina, Spencer was the son of Moses Joshua "Tex" Kitchens and Olive Joan Anderson Kitchens.

Spencer was a lifelong member of Mineral Bluff Baptist Church. He was deeply loved by his family, friends, and work family, and he will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

A dedicated public servant, Spencer began his career with Fannin County EMS in 1986. As an EMT-I and firefighter, he devoted his life to serving others with compassion. Throughout his career, he earned numerous awards and certifications, including state certification and HazMat certification. Spencer loved being an EMT and found great purpose in caring for people during their times of greatest need. He also had a passion for teaching emergency medical services, taking pride in mentoring and passing his knowledge and experience on to the next generation.

Outside of his career, Spencer was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and spending time in nature. He also had a special love for animals.

Spencer's legacy of service, faith, compassion, and dedication to others will continue to live on in the many lives he touched throughout his career and community.

He is preceded in death by his father, Moses Joshua "Tex" Kitchens.

Spencer is survived by his beloved wife of almost 41 years, Stephanie Kitchens; mother, Joan Kitchens; daughter and son-in-law, Whitley McDaris and husband, Andrew; grandchildren, Drew McDaris and Grace McDaris; sister and brother-in-law, Pamela Mathis and husband, Robby; nieces, Kelly Wright and husband, Jordan and Kacey Davis and husband, Will; and great-niece, Avilee Davis.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 2, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. from the Akins-Cobb Blue Ridge Chapel with Rev. Dr. Tom Jordan officiating. A eulogy will be provided by Kevin Panter. Interment will follow in the Chastain Memorial Park Cemetery with a firefighter's last call by Fannin County EMS. Pallbearers will be Ryan McDaris, Randy Epperson, Britt Jones, Kevin Panter, Joey Cox, and Don Patterson. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Dean Bryant, Jeff Bryant, Jack Worthey, Robert Graham, Jim Collis, Lonnie Oliver, and members of Fannin County Fire & EMS. The family will visit with friends at the Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations of Blue Ridge, Georgia on Sunday, August 2, 2026 prior to the service from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Flowers will be accepted in memory of Spencer, however for those desiring memorial contributions may also be made to help defray final expenses. Donate Online Here.

Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinscobb.com

Akins-Cobb Funerals & Cremations of Blue Ridge, GA is in charge of these arrangements.