Angels Camp, CA…The Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee is proud to announce the selection of the Spence Family as the 2025 Family of the Year. This honor recognizes their decades of service, leadership, and support for the Calaveras County Fair through their long-standing business, Spence Ranch Feed & Supply, and their deep commitment to agriculture, youth programs, and emergency response efforts.
Founded in 1977 by Bill and Linda Spence, Spence Ranch Feed & Supply has served as a trusted resource for local farmers, ranchers, and livestock exhibitors for nearly 50 years. Known not only for their expertise and service but also for their generosity during emergencies, the Spence family has consistently gone above and beyond to support the community.
After Linda’s passing in 2001, Patti Spence assumed leadership of the family business, continuing the tradition of excellence and community service. The family’s dedication reaches far beyond their storefront: Tom Spence has served as both a firefighter and police officer, while Ron Spence carries on the family’s ranching legacy and regularly assists with deliveries to the fairgrounds. For generations, the Spence children and grandchildren have exhibited livestock at the fair, reinforcing their deep roots in Calaveras County’s agricultural heritage.
In 2003, Bill married Eloise Fischer, and together they remain active in numerous local agricultural organizations, including the Calaveras County Farm Bureau, the Calaveras Cattlemen’s Association, and TuCare.
Today, three generations of the Spence family continue to operate Spence Ranch Feed & Supply, ensuring the family’s legacy of service and support lives on.
The Spence Family was formally honored as the 2025 Family of the Year on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 7:45 p.m. on the Main Stage at the Calaveras County Fairgrounds.
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Congratulations to a great family and business and the generosity that you’ve shown to so many in our community, especially when the chips are down.
Well of course the Country is a real shithole like you said, we’ve had a dementia patient as President the last 4 years. It’s because of the stupid bay area assholes who vote like idiots like you.
Why do you think Trump won so easily and took every swing state?
Because of you Hamacrats and your stupidity.
The County here thanks you.
Your family and company have been tremendously generous to many people in our community, particularly when times have been tough. We are very grateful.