James William "Jimmy" Spence Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 29, 2025 in Bushwood, Maryland

James William "Jimmy" Spence Sr.

June 14, 1939 - June 29, 2025 (86 years old)

Bushwood, Maryland

James William "Jimmy" Spence Sr.'s obituary , Passed away on June 29, 2025 in Bushwood, Maryland

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Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home

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James William "Jimmy" Spence Sr.

June 14, 1939 - June 29, 2025 (86 years old)

Bushwood, Maryland


James William Spence Sr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to James William Spence Sr. of Bushwood, Maryland, departing on June 29, 2025 at the age of 86. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George William Spence, Jr. and Frances Cecelia Lord Spence; his wife Eleanor Joyce Spence; and his sister Margaret Elizabeth "Peggy" Guy (late Jackie). He is survived by: his sons, James William "Jay" Spence, Jr. of Bushwood, MD, Jon Robert Spence (Jessica) of Chaptico, MD and Jerel Hodges "Jerry" Spence of Bushwood, MD.; his grandchildren, Jacob William Spence of Chaptico, MD. and Jenna Renee Spence of Chaptico, MD.; and his brothers, Robert Henry "Harry" Spence (late Maxine) and Alan Thomas Spence (Jackie). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in the name of James William Spence, Sr. to Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 23080 Maddox Road, Bushwood, MD 20618 or to the Seventh District Volunteer Rescue Squad, 21530 Colton Point Road, Avenue, MD 20609 or to the St. Mary's Nursing Center, 21585 Peabody Street, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home



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Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home
41590 Fenwick St, Leonardtown, MD 20650

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July 07

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Sacred Heart Catholic Church
23070 Maddox Rd, Bushwood, MD 20618

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