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David Spurlock Obituary

DAVID SPURLOCK PORTAGE, IN David Spurlock, age 66, of Portage passed away Sunday, October 27, 2013. He is survived by daughters: Melissa (Keith) Rootkie of Valparaiso and Lee Ann Spurlock of Portage; brothers: Michael (Colleen) Spurlock of Crown Point and William (Karin) Spurlock of Noblesville, IN; sisters: Gail (Jimmy) Slinker of Hobart, Cindy (David) Bice of Merrillville, Jeannie (Nick) Spaliaras of Crown Point, and Kathy Spurlock of Lake Station; grandchildren: David, Kailee, Deanny Dalaney Rootkie, Katherine Carroll; and nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife, Phyllis; and parents: William and Leone Spurlock. David was a graduate of Horace Mann High School, Class of 1966. He was retired from U.S. Steel, Sheet & Tin Mill. He was a member of C.I.O. Local 1066 and a proud member of Sportsman Club. He was in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. Friends may visit on Friday, November 1, 2013 from 3:00- 7:00 p.m. at Rendina Funeral Home, 5100 Cleveland Street, Merrillville, IN. Cremation to follow.

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Published by The Times on Oct. 31, 2013.

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james hooper

January 28, 2014

my sympathies to all daves family n many friends... another one of the good people who have passed on to soon...god bless your soul n family dave....much love james d. hooper

John Greer

November 6, 2013

We will never forgot the Halloween trick or treating special treats you always passed out. Will never forget the Big Guy at work. Lots of fond memories. With Fondest Memories and Deepest Sympathies, John "Bull" Greer and Family

Evelyn Templin

November 3, 2013

So sorry to hear about David. He was a wonderful man. Cousin Evelyn Spurlock Templin

Wink Durbin

November 1, 2013

My condolences to the family. I worked with Dave in the Fab Shop, his charisma was as big as he was! God Bless you Big Guy.

November 1, 2013

As his next door neighbor, I didn't get to know Dave very well. He just moved in a couple months ago. My deepest sympathy to the family on your loss.

Sam Polizzotto

October 31, 2013

Sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with him. I was from Local 1066. He was a great Union person.

Christine Eaton

October 31, 2013

Dave and Cindy,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May God com girt you during this difficult time.

Phillip Blaire

October 31, 2013

A all-around good guy whose sense of humor was unmatched.
Keep'em laughing up there Dave.

October 31, 2013

He was such a nice guy, rest in peace, & prayers to his family & friends Michele (Mickey) Strickland Chitwood

Gene & Dorothy Johnson

October 31, 2013

To Dave's family...we love you all, and once again our hearts are broken for you in yet another loss. Wishing you all comfort and peace in this sad time.
Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Gene

Gail & John Lesinski

October 31, 2013

Prayers to the family. David was a sweet man and friend to all. He will be missed.

DeeDee (Knop) White

October 31, 2013

Bill,
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. Peace to you and your family.

October 31, 2013

Rest in peace old friend

Dean Hill

Ed LaFleur

October 31, 2013

Deepest Sympathy to Dave's family. He was an old friend, who was never without a smile. RIP Dave..

June Wefler

October 31, 2013

God Bless all the Spurlock family. Dave, until we meet again know you all are in our prayers. Horace Mann days are in our memories. The Wefler family

Clifford & Valorie Townsend

October 31, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 31, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss Mike. I hope that the memories made will help heal all. God bless your family during this time and always. Nancy Norton Perez

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