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Jerry Spear Obituary
On January 14, 2024, with his loving family by his side, Jerry Spear passed from this world to his forever home in Heaven.
He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Judy Bourguet-Spear; his son, Dean Spear (Jennifer), daughter, Cindy Schreiber (Mike); son, DJ Quezada (Kim); daughter, Robin Quezada (Jimmy); brother, Gary Spear (Susan); grandchildren, Matthew (Mary); Sarah Spear, and Michelle Garcia (Robert), eight great-grandchildren and nephews and nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Betty Spear.
Jerry was born in Albuquerque in 1940 and attended Highland High School. He worked at the Santa Fe Railroad for 12 years, and at the phone company for 32 years where he retired as a construction manager. He was described as hardworking and fair by those who worked with him â€" a man of his word who earned their trust and respect.
He served as the president of the Christian Rods and Customs (CR&C) Board of Directors and was the founding president of the Central New Mexico CR&C ministry where he served for over 30 years. The purpose of this ministry is to spread hope and the good news of the Gospel of Christ to hot rod and custom car enthusiasts around the world. Jerry was elated when God opened the way for him to begin using his pristine, national and local award winning 1955 F100 truck as a ministry tool to reach others. Once again, he knew that he had been blessed in a way that only God could.
Jerry was a prayer warrior, a humble man with a servant's heart. He knew he was called to share his testimony with people who were hurting and lost, and often mentored others by sharing how God's grace, mercy and unconditional love had changed him from the inside out. To Jerry, it was a honor to share what he learned about Jesus from his loving mother and grandmother. Jerry was also full of love and gratitude for the life-changing teachings he received from his Pastors whom he cherished and served at the Believers Center of Albuquerque for over 34 years â€" the same church in which he met and married his wife Judy, whom he loved dearly.
His legacy will long be remembered as a man who loved and served God, his family, and his friends with all his heart.
A Celebration of Life service is scheduled on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at 11 a.m. at the Believers Center of Albuquerque, 320 Waterfall Dr. SE, Albuquerque, 87123.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Spear
Janet Murray
February 10, 2024
Dearest Judy,
We can only imagine the loss you must be feeling.
As my Grandfather shared with me so many years ago..."Human existence is like the loan of a beautiful painting from the galleries of heaven. There comes a time when the loan is recalled and the painting must be returned to the galleries of heaven. But the enchanting experience of having enjoyed the precious painting remains in our hearts and minds."
William and I send you all our love and we are holding you and your family in our hearts.
With love,
Janet and William
Ann Feuerstein
February 10, 2024
Love you Spear family, Larry and Ann Feuerstein
Rick Ambrose
February 9, 2024
Jerry was the best, worked with him many times, easy going soul. God bless.
Larry Diefendorf
February 8, 2024
God Speed my friend
Art Peerman
February 3, 2024
Zee
Lynda and Frank Chiaramonte
January 25, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pattie Curran
January 21, 2024
Jerry was, indeed, a very unique person. I was blessed to know him, to work with him at "Ma Bell" for many years, but mostly, to share a friendship with him. He was one of the nicest, loving, sincerest and highly respected man you could ever hope to know. He touched the hearts of many with his gentle sense of humor and ever-present smile. Now he walks in God's Garden, making Heaven an even better place with his presence there. To his family and friends, know that he will be watching over you, filling your hearts with loving memories and gratitude for sharing a life with him.
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