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Solomon McSpadden Obituary
Udell was born November 3, 1932 in Paden, Oklahoma. He was one of nine children born to Martin and Chester McSpadden. He married Patsy Jean Blackmon on April 5, 1952. They had three children while living in Oklahoma, Udon, Teri and Tobi. Udell was a Chevrolet, Cadillac and Oldsmobile Dealer in Hobart, Oklahoma before moving his family to Arizona in 1968. He started McSpadden Ford in Globe, Arizona in 1970 which he turned into a thriving business, employing many people over the next 40 years. Udell continued to lend his hand and advice even after retirement. Udell always had a "Head for business" and whether he was running the dealership or buying and selling property he always made the wise decision. Udell is survived by his wife Patsy, his son Udon McSpadden (Kim), his five grandchildren, Eric McSpadden (Katee), Dusty McSpadden (Kimmy), Brandi Hansen (McKay), Stephanie Fuller and Nicole Fuller and his seven great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brothers; Dean McSpadden (Ester), Bob McSpadden (Shirley) and his sisters; Almeda Vandiver (Jimmy), Linda Davis (Richard) and Norma Robison. He is preceded in death by his beloved daughters Teri Lyn and Tobi Gay. Udell enjoyed spending time with his family, especially if he could talk them into going Crappie fishing or Quail hunting. Udell proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War from which he received an honorable discharge. He will be greatly missed by his family and all those who know him. We rejoice that he is in heaven and we will look forward to seeing him again. God Bless you, Udell. Family requests donations to: Hospice of the Valley East Mesa, 6063 E. Arbor Ave., Mesa, AZ 85206 or Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 3800 N. Central #700, Phoenix, AZ 85012. Visitation: Friday, December 3, 2010, 4:30-6:30 P.M at Church of the Nazarene in Globe, AZ. Funeral Services: Saturday December 4, 2010 at 11:00 A.M. at Foothills Southern Baptist Church, Gold Canyon, AZ. Assisting the family is Lamont Mortuary of Globe.
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James & LeAnna Barber
December 22, 2010
We met Udell and Patsy when we moved from Arizona to Oklahoma in 2002. They always treated us as family and continued to keep in touch over the years. We will see you again my friend!
December 7, 2010
Dear Patsy, Udon and family ..so sorry for your loss..also sorry I missed the viewing in globe ..you have been in my thoughts and prayers ..Dottie Sanchez
Duane McCreary
December 6, 2010
Patsy, Udon and Family,
Udell was a wonderful Husband, Father, Grandfather,Great Grandfather, and friend.He will be dearly missed but not forgotten. He treated me like family and would let me tag along with him when I was a little boy many years ago.
We love you all.
Patti Lane
December 4, 2010
I just wanted you all to know how much Tiffany and I loved Udell. He had this way of treating everyone like family. We both have many fond memories and will treasure them always. We so much wanted to be there for his services. Please know we love you all and will miss him dearly...Patti and Tiffany
Dan Redkey
December 4, 2010
Patsy and Udon,
I'm very sorry for your loss. This brings back a flood of memories of friendship with the family. Teri Lyn was AJ's first teacher's aide at Tempe Christian School and you know how much we loved her. Udell was always helpful to me with questions about business and I've thought about your family many times over the years. My condolences to you Patsy, Udon and other family members.
From the Staff of Lamont Mortuary
December 3, 2010
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