Bill Spivery

Songwriter. He co-wrote the song "Operator" (with Wynona Carr) which was made famous by the Manhattan Transfer. The 1950s hit song and its memorable refrain "Operator, information, give me Jesus on the line" remains very popular in karaoke bars and churches all over the country. Another notable song penned by Mr. Spivery was "Mr. John" (1964), a...