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1929
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Armand Sperduti Obituary
Spud is a veteran of the Army Air Corps and the United States Air Force. He left the service with an honorable discharge in 1952.
He moved with his family to Tucson in 1957 when his son was diagnosed with asthma. He began his own car dealership, Suburban Motors, in 1962 featuring classic cars. His cars were often filmed in movies, used for advertising and special events. His cars were sold around the world. He ran the dealership until 2023.
Spud was preceded by both of his wives, Mary Alice then Melinda, both daughters, Donnell and Lori and his grandson Jonathan. He is survived by his son Armand Jr and wife Nancy, grandson Joseph and wife Rebecca and grandchildren Lara, Nick and Greg as well as four greatgrandchildren and his companion Skittles the cat.
Services will be held on March 21st at Bring's Broadway Chapel in Tucson at 10am.
He lived a full and wonderful life. He will be missed greatly.
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Memories and Condolences
for Armand Sperduti
joel ewing
July 27, 2025
I regret not finding out about Spud's passing until recently...it's July '25 as I write this. I had a car lot further north on Craycroft from Spud's. I got to know him and Dick Johnson quite well over the years. I left the business in the mid 80's, but would keep up on the "Craycroft gossip" thru the years, usually by all the old car guys like me who were in the car business that met at Mike Mundy's annual Super Bowl Parties. I was always in awe of Spud....and always wondered how he was able to accomplish so much, because he always had all kinds of customers that became friends that would just drop by his lot and want to shoot the breeze with him. I never saw him turn anyone away....and he always managed to get his work done even while chatting with "friends" all theu the work-day. Spud always treated me like an equal, even though I was much younger....especially back in the mid 80's when I was around him the most. I knew his daughters Donnell and Lori, and KNOW that they're finally reunited once again in a better realm. Glad too to know he went peacefully in his sleep. God Bless you Spud....and God Speed too. I hope you'll say hi to me when I cross over....I really would love it. We shall see. God Bless us all. joel ewing / tucson
Jay Cronk
June 2, 2025
I'm so sorry for everyone in your family Spud was a great man like a father to me! I worked for him and Dick Johnson for years! I learned all my mechanical abilities from Spud and he was my father figure growing up! I loved him so much and my condolences go out to you all in Spuds family !
Susie (Mrs Spike)
March 15, 2025
Sure do miss you Spud... much love, Susie
Mrs. Ralph R. Bishop
March 30, 2024
I am so sorry that I missed the obituary! Spud was a neighbor for many years in Desert Palms Park. His car dealership was next to my late husband's on Craycroft. My husband, Ralph Bishop, died in 2010, and we would see Spud at Thirsty's after working hours. He was a good friend !
Jeff Shinn
March 22, 2024
Condolences to family and friends. I met Spud in 2021. I purchased a 1950 Buick from him. It was a pleasure to meet and talk to him. Spud was a true hero WW2 veteran. Hey Spud I´m doing as you said I drove the car every week. I talked to Spud often after I bought the Buick. Rest in Peace. I´ll never forget meeting such a legend.
Jeff Shinn
San Diego CA
Armand Sperduti Jr.
March 13, 2024
Please note there is a typo in the Memorial Events listing. The proper date for the memorial is March 21st at 10 am. I'll talk to the paper to get the listing corrected.
Dale Webb
March 12, 2024
My wife Judy, and I worked most of his car auctions as ring persons and later I worked as auctioneer assistant. I worked with his son, Armand at the National Radio Astronomy observatory in 1974.
Greg Shuta
March 11, 2024
I met Spud in 1974 when I came to Tucson. Was a friend , mentor and in common old car collector. He will be missed. RIP Spud. He's wheelin' and dealin' in Heaven already.
Larry Lind
March 11, 2024
May You rest in peace
Lisa Darr
March 11, 2024
What a great man, always a joy to see him. My deepest sympathies to his family
Dave Cole
March 11, 2024
Dear Armand, Nancy, and
family~~
We are very sorry to hear that Armand´s dad passed away. We are sure that you have many wonderful memories of him, Armand´s mother, and sisters. Please accept our condolences.
Dave and Debbie Cole
Nick Cialdella
March 10, 2024
RIP Spud. You were a great friend to my Dad and I will never forget that. You will never be forgotten. RIP
Ray Romero
March 10, 2024
So sorry for the loss. I loved talking cars with Spud. Rest in peace sir. Condolences to his family and loved ones.
Dave Pessin
March 10, 2024
You were the first one to hire me right out of high school in 1965 at Montgomery Ward Automotive and I considered you a friend from that day on. Rest in peace my friend.
Dave Pessin
Andrew Levy
March 10, 2024
I'm sorry to hear of Spud's passing. I enjoyed knowing him, and doing business with him. A life well lived!
Michigan friend
March 9, 2024
I know Spike was glad to see him arrive.
Little Shelby
March 9, 2024
Oh no I´m so sorry to hear of spud´s passing He was truly one of the sweetest most sincere men I´ve ever met. I love him so much. He´ll be greatly missed.
MCMURTRIE
March 9, 2024
I am so sorry for "our loss." Your dad was the best friend ever to Spike and to me. Oh my goodness the fun we had over the years.
"I hope you feel surrounded by his love" I know You took great care of your dad, he always spoke so highly of you and your accomplishments
"I am sharing in your and Nancy´s sadness
"please be assured of my prayers for you, your dad and your family..."
God bless
Susie
(Spike and Susie)
Shelby
March 9, 2024
So very sorry Armand for your loss. We love you Spud, Popsie and you are "the car guys" once again ... my love
Shelby
Bill Herbert
March 8, 2024
So long friend. Thanks for the wonderful memories.
Tom Benton
March 7, 2024
Thanks Spud For All The Good Times We Spent At The Lot . Hard To Believe It's Been Over 15 Years Since I Was Doing Custom Paint & Body Work On The "Front Row" Cars .Going To The Auctions Was A Blast And Who Can Forget The Parties !!! Fly With The Angels And Enjoy All The Reunions Up There .
RIP My Friend, You Had A GREAT Ride !!!! Know That You Were Loved By All Of Your True Friends !!
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