Birth date: May 2, 1955 Death date: Feb 15, 2021
Robert Jeffrey Doverspike, 65, of Lakeland graced the gates of Heaven on February 15, 2021. Also known as Jeff or “Spike”, he was born on May 02, 1955 in Clarion, Pennsylvania. Jeff was survived by his three daughters, Jennifer (G Read Obituary
I only knew Jeff as "Doverspike". I learned of his passing late from a CSX worker. I had the opportunity to work with Jeff on several Railroad projects over the years. I spent the most time with him on the SR 64 project in Ona. He was a great person and was very funny. He kept us entertained during that project... it was hot and miserable but he made the time pass quickly. He was getting close to retirement at that time and was looking forward to it. I was saddened to hear that he had passed and my heart goes out to his family and friends...but I am happy to hear that he'd accepted the Lord. God bless and keep you all.
Lisa Revell-Petro
FDOT Rail Department
Among the many stories Jeff shared with us is this one that says it all. He said he had accepted the Lord several years ago, and when he had heart surgery, he knew if he woke up and saw "THE LIGHT", he knew everything would be OK. When he opened his eyes, all he saw was black, and he said "Oh God, I thought we were good. He woke up a little more and realized all the nurses were wearing black...and God said, "Yea, Jeff, we ARE good. We had lost touch with Jeff for years until he reached out to us several years ago, and what a blessing that was. We all re-discovered a part of the family that had been gone way too long. His many stories, his quick wit, his contagious laugh, and his pure heart will be missed by his family in Pennsylvania, especially cousin Shanin, who almost on a daily basis, talked or texted with him and formed a very real bond. May God always bless your soul, Jeff, and may "THE LIGHT" shine into all you have touched. Our sympathy goes out to all of your family and friends.
Uncle Turney, Auntie Bev, Troy, Shanin, Toby and families
Jeff was an outgoing person with a great gift of gab. He was never without words. He had a great personality and will be missed by his fellow workers and friends. Our sincere condolences to Jeff’s family.
Jackie and Bunny Hawkins
Jennifer & your family (including your sister): We the friends of your dad at Trinity Christian Center in Lakeland, were deeply saddened to hear of his untimely passing this week. Our hearts go out to you all and we pray that God's comfort for you will be strong!
