It was back in 1970, and even then they had closed circuit TV lectures. I had heard he worked summers for the Ford Foundation for a $1, but that was just rumor to me, however, I was intrigued by the possibility. I wondered what kind of salary does a college professor draw anyway!

Sorry to hear the news.

My family lived in the same neighborhood as his for a while. I didn't know him well and never took one of his classes. He was always very gracious to all us young people that came to visit his kids. He will be missed.

I'm always impressed when someone continues working as long as he did. He was definitely accomplished in his field.

Went fishing on the Little T with him and a couple of other guys ages ago. Super nice laid back guy.

I had him (on television) for econ. One of his "things" was to rail against the athletics department.

How little things have changed.

I had Dr. Spiva for Econ. One of the more interesting and enjoyable large lecture classes I took. Great guy.

What I remember most about him was his regular appearances on TV. Channel 10, I think.

That he lent money to Phil Moffatt and Chris Whittle that enabled them to start 13-30.

That he cut his finger off in some kind of lawn mowing accident.

That he was an interesting, entertaining and very generous man.

I had Tony Spiva for econ and like others on this thread, have fond memories of attending his TV lecture classes.

I remember once he gave an entire lecture wearing a God-awful wig. Never mentioned the wig, or why he was wearing it. Just went about his class.

Didn't actually meet him in person until several years later when I interviewed him for a story. He was a great interview and I turned to him more than a few times.

I think he was a part owner of the Tennessee Theater for a while some years back.