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In memory of those who have Crossed the Bar
SPENCE, Spurgeon Lyle (Spud) - age 83, of Halifax, formerly of Aylesford, passed away peacefully at the QEII Halifax Infirmary on June 18, 2025.
Born in Berwick, he was a son of the late Thomas "Tom" and Carrie (Mapplebeck) Spence. He was married to Patricia "Pat" (Palmer) for 57 years. Spud served in the RCN for 10 years and worked at the VG Hospital for 27 years until retirement He enjoyed leatherwork, carpentry, carving and made many items for the home. He also enjoyed playing darts and watching football games.
He is survived by his loving wife Pat; son Steaphan "Steve" (Nadine); several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his brothers, Tom, Merle, Bert; sister Ellen Louise.
Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11am on Wednesday June 25th in Birch Cove Baptist Church, 50 Donaldson Ave., Halifax, Rev. Andrew Sutherland officiating. Reception to follow. Interment in Oakridge Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Birch Cove Baptist in Spud's memory.
Special thanks to Dr. Mandi Irwin, Dr. Nicholas Relja and nurse Boogie. (Arbor Memorial)
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