Jerry Presson Spurlin

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Jerry Spurlin Obituary

Jerry Presson Spurlin
MT. GILEAD -- Mr. Spurlin, 71, died Friday, December 17, 2004 at his home.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 to 11:00 AM Monday, December 20, 2004 at the Mint Hill Chapel of McEwen Funeral Service. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM at the funeral home chapel. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM Monday in the Spurlin Family Cemetery in Mt. Gilead.
Mr. Spurlin was born December 10, 1933 in Charlotte, son of the late Kate Presson Spurlin and Grover C. Spurlin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Jean Allen. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and he retired as a foreman with Duke Power Co. after 35 years of service. Mr. Spurlin will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and friend, and he will always be in their hearts.
Mr. Spurlin is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Shirley Rudisill Spurlin; daughters, Terry Spurlin and Linda Spurlin, both of Mt. Ulla, NC; son, Dennis Spurlin of Mt. Gilead; stepson, Dale Kimsey of Lakeland, FL; sister, Janet Carpenter of Matthews; grandchildren, Brandy Rae, Justin Spurlin and Jamey Spurlin; and step-grandchildren, Morgan and Allison Kimsey.
The family would like to thank the staff of Hospice of Stanly County for their kind and compassionate care of Mr. Spurlin during his illness.
Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Stanly County, 960 1st St., Albemarle, NC 28001.
Arrangements by McEwen Funeral Service, Mint Hill Chapel.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 19, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Spurlin

11 Entries

Teresa THOMPSON

January 17, 2005

Mr. Spurlin you are truly missed and will always be remembered. I always felt at home when I came over to the Spurlin's. The house in Wilson Woods was like a second home when I was growing up. Your children and grandchildren were blessed to have you for a father and grandfather. I'm glad you were my friend too.

April Sherrill

January 3, 2005

Our deepest condolences to the Spurlin family. Although I never met Mr. Spurlin, I know he must have been a great man to have raised such fine children. Linda, Brandi, Terry and Jamey - you and the rest of your family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless you.

Terry& Jamey Spurlin

December 29, 2004

Dad,

I don't even have the words to say how much we miss you and what an empty feeling your leaving has left behind. I remember all the times we went camping when we were younger and how much you loved hiking in the mountains and how much fun we had. Thank you for teaching me how to play softball and for giving me such a love for the sport. Your grandkids miss you so much but they will never forget you, we'll see to that.

We'll meet you in Heaven someday.

Love you always,

Elisha Johnson

December 28, 2004

To Linda and her family, I send the deepest condolences for your loss. I myself have suffered a loss this year. As a coworker of Linda's, I also offer my friendship and a shoulder to cry on; this applies to Brandi and Shirley as well. I love you all and will keep your family in my daily thoughts and prayers.

Diane Beaver

December 26, 2004

Dear Spurlin Family,

I was very sorry to hear of your loss, but know Mr. Spurlin is not sick anymore, he is very happy where he is with our Lord and Saviour. I know you will all miss him greatly and know that God is good and one day soon we will all be together again. Trust in the Lord, lean on Him now and He will see you all through this most difficult time. God Bless You All. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

John & Lisa Putnam

December 26, 2004

I grew up with Jerry's daughter

Linda. If I wasn't at home then I was at my second home The Spurlin's. They always welcomed me into their home and always made me fell like I was one of family.Me and Linda have been best friends since 4th grade and we are still best friends after 31 years! I will never forget how he always came to the door with his smile and would say hey come on in. He was so sweet.I didn't get a chance to see him but I miss him very much. May god bless the family. I love you all! Love John and Lisa Putnam

Paul Hochartz

December 26, 2004

My sympathy goes out to all of the Spurlin Family

Linda Spurlin

December 26, 2004

I miss your laughter Dad, your silly jokes, your smile, but most of all I miss hearing you say "I Love You" You will always be here with us in our hearts, and knowing that you are in a better place with no suffering will get us through. Someday we will all be together again,

We Love You Dad,

Linda and Brandy

Claire Shaffner

December 20, 2004

Shirley and Family,

We are saddened to learn of Jerry's death. He was our neighbor for years and was truly a nice gentleman.

Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Sincerely,

The Shaffner Family

Ann Bullard Elliott

December 19, 2004

I would like to send my deepest

sympathy to Jerry's wife and family

for their lost.

Jerry was a classmate of mine at

Harding High School and I also was

acquainted with his twin sisters

Janet and Jean. I remember Jerry

as a happy-go-lucky teenager with

a sharp wit (which drove his

teachers "wild".) He was always

friendly and had a big smile for

everyone. Jerry's size in high school could have been intimidating

but, if you knew him well enough,

it was apparent he was just a big

ole teddy bear.

I admit it has been many years since

I have known Jerry's whereabouts;

but, I wanted you all to know that

he is fondly remembered in happy

childhood memories.

Am sure this is a most difficult

time for the family; but, God is

good and he loves us so much He

will see you through this coming

season.

God bless you.