Who Was the Spartan Lady in Red?

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Who Was the Spartan Lady in Red?

Discover the inspiring journey of Debby House Spencer through the eyes of her husband, Steve Spencer.

The Man Behind the Words

Steve Spencer is a retired Professor Emeritus from Western Kentucky University, where he led the Outdoor Leadership and Recreation and Sport Graduate Programs from 1990 to 2020. His diverse career also includes roles with the University of Arkansas, the Missouri Department of Conservation, and the YMCA, along with 12 years dedicated to coaching and teaching.

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A Tribute to The Spartan Lady in Red

Through determination and her mantra, “We make things happen,” Debby House Spencer completed hundreds of community projects across Appalachia and the mid-southern USA. With her mental and physical resilience, she embodied a stoic, Spartan strength. This book celebrates her life, blending anecdotes with entries from Steve’s journal, written in the year following her death.

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What Readers Are Saying

Discover how The Spartan Lady in Red has touched lives across the country.

Emily R

Debby’s story is one of those quiet, everyday kinds of heroism that often go unnoticed. This book really hits home.

Mark L

Reading The Spartan Lady in Red felt like sitting down with a friend who understands loss. Steve’s words are honest; a comforting read.

L. Strauss

Spencer’s tribute to his wife is both touching and relatable. He shares their story with a simplicity that makes you feel like you knew her too.

John K

This memoir feels so real and down-to-earth. Steve’s reflections on his wife’s life and his own grief are powerful without being over the top.

Reading The Spartan Lady in Red felt like sitting down with a friend who understands loss. Steve’s words are honest; a comforting read.

Mark L

Debby’s story is one of those quiet, everyday kinds of heroism that often go unnoticed. This book really hits home.

Emily R

Spencer’s tribute to his wife is both touching and relatable. He shares their story with a simplicity that makes you feel like you knew her too.

L. Strauss

This memoir feels so real and down-to-earth. Steve’s reflections on his wife’s life and his own grief are powerful without being over the top.

John K