Gary Lee Spurlock, 76, left for his heavenly home on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Gary was born on December 16, 1948 at the city hospital in Fayetteville, AR to George Lee and Evelyn (Ball) Spurlock.
He is preceded in death by his parents Lee and Evelyn Spurlock, and his father-in-law Austin Schader.
Gary was a Christian man who loved God, family and friends. He enjoyed telling stories from his childhood and teenage years. Gary married Judy Schader, his high school sweetheart, on June 3, 1967. He served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam Era. After the Army, Gary worked in the grocery business from stock boy to owner/operator while having three boys with his wife Judy. After the end of that era of his life he went on to become a maintenance worker for what was then Baldwin Piano (currently Keytronics). There, he worked his way up to head of maintenance before retiring in April 2020.
He is survived and loved by Judy, his wife of 58 years of the home; three sons, Michael Spurlock and wife Brenda of Farmington, Shawn Spurlock of Springdale, and Justin Spurlock and wife Kimberly of Fayetteville; grandchildren, Lindzee Williams and husband Dylan, Adrienne Authement and husband Aaron, Parker King, Eden Spurlock, Thompson Spurlock, and Jax Spurlock; great-grandchildren, Tinzlee, Weston, and Walker Williams; siblings, Roger Spurlock and wife Diane, Donald Spurlock and wife Jackie, and Debbie Jones and husband Clayton; mother-in-law Robbie Schader; brother-in-law Bobby Schader; many nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends; and his fur baby Honey Bun.
The family will receive friends from 5-7 PM Monday, August 18, 2025 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
Funeral services will be 12:30 PM Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at South Hill Church of Christ in Fayetteville with Scott Gage officiating. Interment will follow in the Fayetteville National Cemetery with military honors.
Judy and Family . Our thoughts and prayers for you and family . Praying for all
I am so very sorry for your loss. Gary was always a kind man. Many prayers.
So sorry for your family’s loss Gary was a very good man my thoughts and prayers are with you all
Gary will be missed by many people he always had a smile and a kind word that he gave to family, friends, and people just passing by. He loved many and was loved by many. He did make the world around him a better place
He lived a life of devotion, family and love. He raised three boys with the same values. He will be missed be many. My heart is broken for Judy who lost her ride or die, best friend and soulmate. Gary will live on through the memories of all who knew him. I pray for strength and peace as you navigate this difficult times. Love to you all. Our deepest condolences.
All my love and prayers for everyone. It was a blessing to know him.
I’m sad to hear of Gary’s passing. I’ve known y’all for 50 years and always thought of you as family even when I wasn’t married into your family. He was such a kind, Wonderful man. I know your heart is torn into pieces Judy. My prayers are with you and the family. Gary is at peace. Until we meet again he will be in our hearts
Heavens a wonderful place and just got better when you arrived Uncle Gary. You were very kind and loving husband to Aunt Judy, a wonderful Dad to Mike, Shawn, and Justin, and an incredible grandpa to those wonderful grands.
All the memories of softball games, horseshoes, baraques, and family vacations just came flooding into my mind.
I know you’re going to watch over your family from heavens door. I love you.
Gary was so kind and always had a smile on his face. He was always willing to help with whatever, whenever. Condolences to Judy and the entire family. He will be missed.
Judy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! Gary was so kind and a good man- his life and demeanor made it evident that he was a child of God! I always looked forward to seeing his smile when he came in to the office! Cling to your precious memories and the promise of being together again in Heaven! Heaven looks sweeter every day!! You are in my thoughts and prayers! ❤️ Lonell Ward
Judy and Family, I am so sorry for your loss! Gary was a good man with a kind heart and great smile! I know your hearts are hurting and you will miss him terribly! We are blessed to know that he is in his Heavenly Home with our Lord and Savior – free of pain and sickness! I pray you are comforted with your wonderful family memories and the promise of a Heavenly Reunion! You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Gary, was the Sweetest,Kindest and best person I have ever known!! I am so fortunate to be related to him.Heaven is gaining a Treasure ! Love him so much Forever
Judy and family I am so sorry for your loss. Gary was a great man with a kind heart., I know you are missing him dearly just as I miss Ernie , but you learn to get by a little bit every day and I’m here for you and the family. Love you guys.🙏😘❤️
Gary was my very first boss ever. I loved working for him. Those are great memories in my life. Praying for his precious family that Jesus holds you close and brings you the peace only He can bring.
Gary was a great man that I had the pleasure of working with/knowing as a late teenager; thus, he had a sensational sense of humor and always affable. My condolences to his family.