The Roanoke, Virginia, community is mourning the reported death of Spencer Mumpower, as family, friends, and loved ones prepare to come together to remember his life and honor his memory. According to publicly available information, a Celebration of Life for Spencer Mumpower is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. The gathering is planned at the Church of the Holy Spirit, located at 6011 Merriman Road in Roanoke.
The service is expected to provide an opportunity for those who knew Spencer to gather, share memories, offer condolences, and support members of the Mumpower family during a difficult time. Five volunteers have reportedly been requested to serve as greeters, reflecting the community effort surrounding the planned remembrance.
Publicly available information about Spencer’s personal life and the circumstances surrounding his reported death remains limited. No confirmed cause of death was identified in the recent announcement reviewed for this article. As a result, details that have not been officially confirmed are being left out of this tribute.
Spencer Mumpower’s name has appeared in reporting about Roanoke’s struggle with the opioid epidemic. Earlier reporting by The Roanoke Times documented his addiction, his criminal conviction in connection with the 2010 overdose death of Scott Roth, and his efforts toward recovery. He was sentenced to eight years in federal prison in 2012.
Later accounts described a significant change in Spencer’s life, including his participation in drug court and recovery efforts. A Roanoke Times report on his drug-court graduation documented him speaking about how his life had changed. As his loved ones prepare for Saturday’s Celebration of Life, the focus will be on remembrance and the memories shared by those who knew Spencer personally.
For the Mumpower family, the gathering will offer a chance to stand together with friends and members of the wider Roanoke community while navigating their loss. Heartfelt condolences are extended to Spencer Mumpower’s family, friends, and everyone affected by his reported passing. May the memories shared during his Celebration of Life bring comfort and strength to those who mourn him.
