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Clarence Spurlock Obituary
Clarence passed away on Saturday, May 23, 2009. Born on Oct. 25, 1925, in a small community near Fayetteville, Ark., he was the son of Rose and Monroe Spurlock, second oldest of five brothers and sisters.
Clarence was a foreman for Frazier Construction in Fort Smith, Ark., and was involved in the building of a hospital and Tenkiller Dam. He came to California in 1957 and worked for Carl Watts Cement Co., and then Jerry Shaw Cement Co., retiring after more than 40 years in the cement business.
He was married for more than 60 years to Colleen Jones Spurlock, who preceded him in death in 2007.
A much loved husband father and papa, who was respect by everyone who knew him for his thoughtfulness, kindness, his boundless love for his family and always his willingness to help anyway he could. Always think of others first. He will be greatly missed. We love you Dad and Papa. He enjoyed camping gardening, dominos and being with his family, and was a member of the Woodland Christian Center.
Clarence was a loving father to his son, Bill Spurlock (Carole); daughter, Karen Youngmark (Bob). He was Papa to his grandchildren, Scott Spurlock, Eric Spurlock (Jane), Eddie Tatum, Sean Tatum (Melissa), and Brittany Shadinger (Brian). He also had four great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Steven and Marcus Spurlock and Alexandria Shadinger. One sister, Ruby Wheeler, also survives. He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, his brothers, lee and Jay; and a sister, Christine.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Woodland Christian Center or a charity of the donor's choice.
Viewing is scheduled from 5 to 8 p.m., Wednesday, May 27, at McNary's Funeral Chapel, 458 College St., Woodland. A funeral is scheduled for 1 p.m., Thursday, May 28, at Monument Hill Memorial Park, 35036 County Road 22, Woodland, under the direction of Pastor Richard Sinclair of the Woodland Christian Center.
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JESS RUTLEDGE
May 28, 2009
I WAS SO SAD TO HEAR OF CLARENCE'S PASSING.I REMEMBER CLARENCE FROM THE 60'S WHEN I WAS A YOUNG METER READER FOR PGANDE AND WOULD SEE CLARENCE DOING HIS CEMENT WORK ALL OVER YOLO COUNTY.HE IS A TRUE GENTLEMAN AND THE WORLD HAS LOST A GOOD ONE.YOUNG PEOPLE BETTER LISTEN AND PAY ATTENTION TO THE ELDERS BECAUSE THEY ARE STORY TELLERS AND AS THEY LEAVE US,THEY CAN'T BE REPLACED.MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH BILL AND CAROLE AND ALL THE FAMILY MEMBERS.JESS RUTLEDGE-ROCKLIN
TOM&JULIE KEY
May 27, 2009
MR.SPURLOCK'S FAMILY, THE FACT THAT WE ONLY NEW MR.&MRS.SPURLOCK FOR A SHORT TIME THROUGH THE CHURCH,ONLY GOES TO PROVE WHAT A WONDERFUL COUPLE THEY WERE.WE ARE SO SAD TO HEAR OF MR. SPURLOCKS PASSING,YET KNOWING THAT HE IS SO HAPPY TO SEE COLLEEN, AND BE WITH THE LORD, I PRAY THE LORD GIVES YOU STRENGTH, DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. TOM&JULIE KEY AND FAMILY
Donald & Jackie Spurlock
May 27, 2009
Dear Ones,
Our sincere condolences for the passing of Clarence, he was our favorite uncle, too, so much like Dad. (Lee) Our thoughts are with you at this time.
Rick McCoy
May 27, 2009
Dear Family--
We are saddened by the passing of Uncle Clarence. He has always been one of my favorite uncles! I will continue to cherish the fond memories of him. We so enjoyed visiting with him and Colleen at our home when they were here last. Wish we could be there for the funeral. May God encircle you with His comforting arms of love is our prayer! We love you!
From: Rick & DeLane McCoy and Family
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