James "Jimmy" Spurlock

1960 - 2012

James "Jimmy" Spurlock obituary, 1960-2012

BORN

1960

DIED

2012

FUNERAL HOME

Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

3700 North Germantown Parkway

Bartlett, Tennessee

James Spurlock Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 17, 2012.

James "Jimmy" Edward Spurlock, 52 of Millington, passed away September 15, 2012. Jimmy worked at Plant Maintenance Service Corp. He was a loving husband, devoted father, and grandfather and avid NASCAR fan. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Laurie Spurlock; daughters Brandy Spurlock, Amber Spurlock; sons Joshua Spurlock, Dustin Spurlock; sister, Barbara Spurlock; grandchildren, Dennis, Daishia, Dionna and Donnivan Hewlett; many adopted family and numerous friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, September 22 from 4-6 pm. A celebration of Jimmy's life will begin at 6 pm all at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens on Germantown Road. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital or the American Heart Association. Online condolences may be expressed at www.memphisfuneralhome.net.

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September 23, 2012

Sandy Hoover

Laurie,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We love you very much and will miss Jimmy. Rest in peace Jimmy we will miss you.

Sandy & Ron

September 23, 2012

American Heart Association

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

September 22, 2012

Patty Jenkins

Laurie, my prayers go out to you and your family....love you!

September 21, 2012

Pam & Charles Goodwin

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

September 20, 2012

Sending prayers to you and and your family.

September 20, 2012

Cindy Smith

Laurie lou, you and your family are in our prayers. Jimmy was so funny!! Cherish all the memories. He will be greatly missed.

Love Cindy Smith

September 20, 2012

Scott & Debbie Smith

Lorie, Scott and I are praying for you and your family. We sure loved and are going to miss Jimmy.

September 20, 2012

cindi George

Laurie so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you and the family. jimmy will be missed by all who new him.

September 20, 2012

Gwen and Eric Gresham

Laurie,
There aren't many comforting words at a time like this;none more comforting than the Lord will be your strength.Keep the Lord close to you along with your many friends and family.So many hearts are opened to you and you will never be alone.Our prayers are with you and your precious family during this time.
Love,

September 20, 2012

Beth & Scott Hall

Laurie,
You and your family are in our hearts & prayers. We were saddened to hear of Jimmy's passing. He'll be remember by us as our little "Leprecon". (((HUGS)))

September 20, 2012

sandra Dunn

My Thoughts and Prayers are going out to you and your family..I know its been many years since i have seen the both of you i have never forgotten Ya'll....Jimmy was a great person and will truly be missed...

September 20, 2012

Teresa Van Eaton

Rest in Peace sweet Jimmy~ Love and Hugs to Laurie and my nieces and nephews.

September 20, 2012

Keis Hagel

Laurie, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been praying for you and your family. May the peace of Christ be on you and your family now and always. Godspeed Jimmy

September 20, 2012

Lisa King

Jimmy will be missed so much by all his friends who loved him so much.........Love you dearly Laurie..........

September 20, 2012

Janice Taff

Laurie ..my many prayers for you and your family and the loss of our precious friend Jimmy!

September 19, 2012

Laurie, Our hearts go out to you and your family during this terrible time in your life. We cannot imagine the pain that you must be experiencing right now. We wish we could be there with you. Danny is going to wear a Jeff Gordon shirt Saturday in honor of Jimmy. Love, Danny and Teresa

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