Mrs. Spurlock and family,
So sorry to learn of Col. Bill's passing.
I served with him in the 191st, he was a great leader, wonderful pilot and friend.  When I was in the hospital with a gunshot wound he came as soon as they would let me have visitors.
May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead.

Our hearts are heavy with sadness for your loss, Melba.  May God enfold you in His loving arms and give you the strength and grace you will need during this period of grief.  Cherish all the memories of the wonderful times you had with Bill until your heart begins to heal.  With love and deepest sympathy,

Miss Melba, you may not remember me. i am Pauline Brown. i worked for freedom home health care for awhile. i sat with Mr. Bill a couple of times when you had something to do. i enjoyed talking with him and you. my sympathies to you and all of the family.

RIP,Your a fine man .I always looked up to you.The world is a smaller place without you.I salute you sir

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

I so sorry for your loss. We enjoyed many nights with him. He was such a great man and I loved him dearly. I love you too, Melba and saying prayers for you in your time of sorrow. I guess my Daddy and Col. Bill will be having some laughs together in heaven now.

Melba,you have my deepest sympathy and prayers.

Melba my prayers are with you, may God comfort you in your loss of Bill. 
It was an Honor to serve under Ltc. Bill Spurlock in our unit of the 199th Lt. Inf. Brigade Aviation Section (Fireball ) his leadership was valued by all that flew in our unit. He took over command right after the 1968 TET offensive and for weeks we were flying missions 24hrs daily. Pilots and crew exhausted, aircraft being used to the maximum, Infantry troops on the ground needing ammo, food and medical evacuations and every other support you can think of, any request from troops on the ground was 100% completed without loss of crew or aircraft. Ltc. Bill Spurlock kept all in order with brilliant leadership,  We all valued him as an OFFICER and FRIEND and will miss him greatly. Till we meet again old Friend. You Served your Country for many years, "Thank You", you made your friends feel like family, God Bless you

Art Grosch

Melba, I am so sorry to hear that Bill has left us. He was always a highlight of my visits to Columbus. I will truly miss Bill.

Mrs. Spurlock and family, my heart and prayers go out to each of you!  I still recall some of the funny jokes Mr. Spurlock would share! It was truly a pleasure serving him during my four yrs at Spring Harbor!  May our God of all comfort wrap His loving arms closely around you and  speak peace to your hearts!

Melba, I am so sorry for your great loss. May God comfort your heart, as only He can! Love you!

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William Winston Spurlock

September 20, 1925 – December 29, 2012

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