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John Edgar Spruill Sr.
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John Spruill Obituary
GREENSBORO — Superintendent John Edgar Spruill Sr., was born November 26, 1916, in Gulf, to the late Deacon Edgar Spruill and Elder Myrtle Lambert Spruill. He went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 23, 2010 after a long illness.
He married Ernestine Frazier in December of 1940 and they had 10 children. The Holy Spirit guided him in learning to read for he had to sacrifice his education to help support his family. He was called the "Walking Bible" because he memorized the entire Holy Bible.
The Spruills' Glover Street home has been a staple in the Ole Asheboro Community. They joined the Small Street Church of God in Christ Church, became very involved, then he was drafted into the U.S. Army.
Following the military, he continued as a servant leader in his church. He thanked God for Bishop Wyoming Wells' counseling, mentoring, and molding. Superintendent Spruill's tenacity in serving led to Bishop Wells appointing him as Pastor of Taylortown Church of God in Christ which was renamed Spruill Temple in his honor. His faithfulness also led to his appointment as Pastor of Pemberton Temple Church of God In Christ in Hamlet. In addition, he worked at P.T. Huffman Trucking for over 40 years.
He was preceded in death by siblings, Jim Spruill (Bonnie); Wesley Lynn Spruill (Dulia); and Herbert Junior Spruill (Dorothy) all of Greensboro.
He leaves his loving wife of almost 70 years, Ernestine; and siblings, Doria Elizabeth McKoy (Edward - deceased) of Goldston, Virginia Elnora Belk (Cecil - deceased) of Sanford, and Pearline McMillan (CJ - deceased) of Sanford. He also leaves behind his children, Thelma Robinson Burwell, John E. Spruill, II, Edith Davis, Joyce Spruill, Paul Anthony Spruill, Michelle Moon (Ulysses), Thelvis Spruill, adopted son, Will Moorehead all of Greensboro, Reginald Spruill (Hazel)of Burlington; and a special niece, Diane Brown (Joe) of Greensboro. Two of his children are deceased, Grace Spruill and Ernest Spruill. He also leaves a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, adopted children and grandchildren. In addition, are numerous saints and friends across North Carolina and the nation that he touched through his preaching and teaching.
The body is with Perry J. Brown Funeral home in Greensboro. Flowers may be sent to the funeral home.
The Homegoing services for Superintendent John Edgar Spruill will be on Sunday, November 28, 2010 for the District Homegoing Celebration to be held at Southern Pines Primary School, 1250 West New York Avenue, Souther Pines. Viewing and family time is from 3:45 p.m. until 4:30 p.m. Funeral is at 4:30 p.m.
The officiates for Laurinberg District Homegoing Service on Sunday Elder Jerry Chesney of Spruill Temple COGIC and Elder Charles White of Pemberton Temple COGIC.
The State homegoing Service will be held on Monday, November 29, 2010 will be of officiated by Bishop J. Woolard Of the Greater North Carolina Jurisdiction. The viewing will be at 10 a.m. The family time is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. The funeral is planned for 11 a.m. All services will be held at Evangel Church of God in Christ, 2201 E. Cone Blvd., Greensboro.
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December 6, 2010
With Heartfelt Sympathy to Mother Spruill and the Spruill Family. Elder Spruill as we remember him was a strong warrior for Christ. He was indeed a powerful man of God. The Cousinaires of Raeford, NC enjoyed the fellowship with Elder Spruill each time we were invited to sing at Spruill Temple. Please know that we the Cousinaires of Raeford, NC are thinking of you with sympathy, love and prayers during this difficult time.
The Cousinaires:
David, Raymond, Willie, Calvin
Myrtle Spruiel
December 2, 2010
Dear Auntie and Cousins,
The spirit of my uncle will live on far beyond our years on earth. As mother told me Sunday, we all still have work to do and if we live right we will see Uncle John again!! When we all get to heaven what a day of rejoycing that will be!!! Hope to see you all soon as the Lord wills.
Your Cousin,
Myrtle Spruiel
December 2, 2010
Joyce, Thelma and John - I believe heaven is a happier place today because of your father's homegoing. Hold on to the fond memories, and I know there are many. May God bless each of you, and KISS YOUR MOTHER FOR ME. ( John Skeeter Moore)
December 1, 2010
Mother Spruill and the entire family.Know that we are praying for you all and we will forever keep all our precious memories of our sainted Pastor in our hearts forever.We are part of your family and will always be. You all are strong and remarkable people.God will continue to bless you all for your love and faithfulness to him.
Love , Elder Chesney and Family,Sanford,N.C.
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Ozella Spears
December 1, 2010
To MS. Thelma and Family
Sorry about the lost of your BELOVED FATHER. You and the family are in our prayers. Love always Spears family
November 30, 2010
To My Beloved Spruill Family,
It is obvious how we feel about all of you, especially with Reverend and Mrs. Spruill having a great influence on our being raised together! What a void on "our" beloved Glover Street, but we know Heaven is rejoicing today!! We love you, and our sincere and deepest condolences and prayers are with you all.
Love,
Myrt and The James B Dudley Class of 1969
and
The Barrett, Soloman, Smalley, and Harris Families
harold murdock
November 30, 2010
Reginald and Joyce and others in the
Spruill Family you have my sincere
sympathy. If I can help in any way
to provide service or comfort do not
hesitate to call. I am in the phone
book.
November 29, 2010
To: Thelma and her Family,
We are thinking of you in this time of
sorrow. May you trust in our Lord to bless you with the peace of His presence and the comfort of His Love. Please extend our condolences to the members of your family.
In Sympathy
Robert A. and Mary A. McLaughlin
Levonne High
November 29, 2010
Sorry for your lost , we just want you to know that we are thinking about and family will foever be in our prayers .
Sincerely ,Sister Mildred Bryant , Levonne High , Tammy Hurt- Johnson , and Tavon High .
November 29, 2010
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
November 29, 2010
To Thelma and the Spruill Family: Because of your great loss, our condolences and heartfelt simpathy is with you and your family. Our prayers of strength and comfort are with you at this time. May God Bless You All! James B. Dudley High School Class of 1959, Doris M. Vincent, President
Olivia Galloway Williamson
November 29, 2010
There are really no words I can say to confort you. But remember my heart and prayers are with you and your family.
November 29, 2010
Joyce and family,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My God comfort you in your time of loss.
Pam Moore
November 29, 2010
To Joyce my classmate of Dudley 1970. I feel your sorrows. WOW! What a father and daddy you had. You have been blessed. My mother has shared with me so many times how awesome your father was and that he was a Great Man of God. My mother also shared with me how you took good care of him. You have been a good daugther and God is smiling on you.
Joyce you and your family are in my thoughts and may God give you comfort during this time. Joy will come in the morning.
Love Deborah A Harris, Greensboro, NC
Mark Harris
November 29, 2010
To the Spruill family...sorry to hear the news of Mr. Spruill passing.May God give you comfort during this time.
The Harris Family
Sheila McLaughlin
November 29, 2010
To Joyce and the Spruill family, you have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your father, mentor, pastor and confidant. I was unable to attend the services but you and your family are in my prayers. Be strong and always keep the beautiful memories close at heart. I have fond recollections of the many times we worshipped together under the leadership of our late pastor, Superintendent J. J. Williams. May God bless and comfort you during this time. Love to you.
Janice spruill
November 29, 2010
TO THE SPRUILL FAMILY,Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.As you know he walking and talking with God and still watching over us all .Bless you all, and you will always be in our prayers. Steve Spruill and family
Michael Stimpson
November 29, 2010
REGINALD SPRUILL & FAMILY,
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories. Many are praying for You and the Family.
YOUR CLASSMATES DUDLEY CLASS OF 1968
Lucille Vinson
November 29, 2010
TO THE SPRUILL FAMILY,
First of all, to have lived to be 96 yrs. old is a true blessing but that doesn't stop the tears from falling down our face or wishing that the sleep of death wouldn't knock on our door but we also thank God when our love one was rooted and grounded in the Lord. That gives us so much comfort and joy knowing that they will be with Jesus. May God, coomfort you in your time of sorrow. We will continue to pray for you all.
Evangelist Lucille W. Vinson and Family
The Lord's loved ones are preious to him; it grieves him when they die.
Psalm 116:15 (THE BOOK)
November 29, 2010
To the Spruill family, you all are in my prayers! Another solider gone on. What an awesome man of God he was! So humble and faithful!!!!! Sorry I can't be there, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers,
Angela Baldwin , Charlotte, NC
November 29, 2010
To the Spruill Family,especially Janet McKoy and Coach Joyce Spruill our sincere sympathy to you all during this time of bereavement. If there is anything you need please let me know.
Patricia Wall & NC A&T Fellowship Gospel Choir
Margie Griffin-Jordan
November 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Ursula Williams
November 29, 2010
Paul, you and your family are in my prayers as you go through this difficult time. He is resting in the arms of our Father waiting for us to join him. Be blessed and take care.
November 28, 2010
To The Spruill Family:
We offer our heartfelt sympathy during this difficult time. Always remembering
the gentle & kind spirit of this Great Man of God.
Bishop & Sister H. C. Washington
doris heath Gordon
November 28, 2010
Mrs.Thelma , John and the entire Spruill family, the Heath family send our deepest sympathy in lost of your of your father and husband. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. We know that God makes no mistakes and we all have to run the race to the finish line. Our hearts go out to you as we morn the lost of our dear mother. Love Doris Heath Gordon, Frances Wheless and the entire Heath family.
Mary Anderson
November 28, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child or a loving husband and wife. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.Remembering always that God will soon give you peace and understanding.
November 28, 2010
TO THE SPRUILL FAMILY: We extend our sincere condolences to each member of the family. Pastor Spruill was a wonderful man of God to many of us in the Glover Street neighborhood. He was a true, sincere and powerful man of God. He was a blessing to our family and friends. May God bless you always. Marveen Perkins (Greensboro, NC).
Patricia Greenlee-Roseboro
November 28, 2010
Joyce, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayer in the lose of your father. May God continue to bless each of you.(Classmate 1970)
Bowonna M. Smith
November 28, 2010
Joyce, you and your family are certainly in our prayers during your time of bereavement. Know that Luther, Bowonna, Lyle and Ivie are thinking of you. Peace Be With You......Sincerely, The Smith Family. (Summerfield, NC)
Paul & Mable Scott
November 28, 2010
Thank you Spruill family for sharing Superintendent with all of us. He was a wonderful role model and an example of a true disciple of God. We will never forget his exciting, relevant sermons that were right on target. Praying with you.
James Jarrell
November 28, 2010
Sister Thelma & Family:
He is now with the Lord, where he strived and taught us to give our lives to Christ through our deeds with LOVE, JOY, and PEACE. "Since by man came death, By man came also the ressurection of the dead." God Bless You. Your Brother In Christ, Jarrell.
Robert And Fannie Thompson
November 28, 2010
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Clara Williams
November 28, 2010
Our prayers are truly with you. Much love Piney Grove Free Will Baptist Church, Ellerbe, North Carolina Elder Robert McArthur, Pastor
Gerald White
November 28, 2010
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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