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Dean Estus Spurgeon
December 13, 1927 - September 1, 2016

Dean Estus Spurgeon

Dean Estus Spurgeon
Dec 13, 1927 - Sep 1, 2016

Dean Estus Spurgeon
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Dean Estus Spurgeon age 88, of Ames, died at Boone County Hospital, on September 01, 2016. A visitation will be 5 -7:00 p.m. Tuesday, Sept 6, at Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care 414 Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa with a 10:30 a.m. funeral service Wednesday, Sept 7, at Heartland Baptist Church 3540 Grand Ave. Ames, Iowa. Burial will be at Ames Municipal Cemetery.
Dean was born December 13, 1927 in Bloomfield, Iowa the son of Estus and Legia Spurgeon. After graduating from Ottumwa High School. He joined the Army and served from September of 1946, and was honorably discharged in July of 1948. He was also part of the Army Choir. He married Maxine Engel on April 5, 1957 in Omaha, NE. He worked at Carpenter Paper Company for 40 years. He and Maxine owned the Uniform Plus Store, The Paper Store and Pump N Party Shop retiring in 1993. He was a member of the VFW, American Legion, and Heartland Senior Center where he volunteered as a driver for many years after his retirement. He was an Iowa State Ambassador and avid cyclone fan. He was a member of Heartland Baptist Church. His passion was fishing and spending time with his family
He is survived by his wife, Maxine Spurgeon; children, Dee (Chris) Ruggeri; Kim Cross (Bernie Schmidt); Greg Spurgeon; Jane Spurgeon; grandchildren, Christopher (Charita); Ashley; Shannon (Jesse), Mackenzie and Tia; and great grandchildren, Hudson, Cayden and two great granddaughters to arrive soon.
He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother and one sister.
Online Condolences may be directed to: www.grandonfuneralandcremationcare.com.

Candy (Block) Griffin on Sep 9, 2016

Mrs. Spurgeon, my sweet friend Dee, Janie and Greg. Your dad was the sweetest man! He was always so loving to us! He and your mom were so kind to let us have our Jr. High Gatherings at your place! So fun - Great memories! Love you all!

Theresa Stevens on Sep 7, 2016

I will always remember Dean for his smile and the way he accepted me into his life. Dean and Maxine are "Mom and Dad" to me because Jane is like my sister. There was always a hug, and good times when they visited Jane in Yuma, AZ. I am so happy that Jane was with you, sad for all of us left here. Save a card game for me! Love you!

Janice Peterson on Sep 6, 2016

Mac and I became friends with Dean when we first moved to Ames abut 47 years ago. The friendship began with his offers of help to us and lasted these many years because of his fine character. Mac and Al loved to tease him and each other, and they made a fine trio of friends. He truly made the world a little better for his family and his friends.

Jane on Sep 6, 2016

Candle Dad I miss you very much but at the same time happy for you to have your health back and your spirit free. I hope you have thrown your fishing line in the water along side Leonard and Grant.
I want to thank you or your wisdom and that you provided me. You were always there for me when I needed you, holding my hand and gentle direction. It was an honor for me to return that gift to you for all you have done for me. May you enjoy your eternal life Dad!
Until we meet again, thank you very much and I love you!

JANE SPURGEON on Sep 6, 2016

Glendora Clark on Sep 5, 2016

Maxine I was so sorry to read about Dean's passing. I can remember you and Dean playing your slot machines on your deck when I was out walking about the court. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

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Sep
6
Tuesday
Grandon Funeral and Cremation Care
414 Lincoln Way
Ames, IA 50010
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM


Service

Sep
7
Wednesday
Heartland Baptist Church
3504 Grand Ave
Ames, Iowa 50010
10:30 AM


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