Gerald Allen (Jerry) Spargur, 83 of Spearfish, passed away peacefully at his home on November 30, 2020. His last days were filled with visits from friends and family, calls from loved ones, and the constant care of his wife Alice, his stepdaughters, and his sisters-in-law.

Jerry will be honored in a small private ceremony at the Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis SD. A celebration of his life for his many friends and family will be held at a future date.

Jerry was born to Mildred and Irvin Spargur on August 31, 1937 in Custer SD.   He was one of four sons, including James (Jim), William Eugene (Gene), and his twin brother John (Jack). After his graduation from Custer High School in 1955, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1956 and served one hitch. On his return to Custer, he worked as a logger and then as an equipment operator for Summit Construction, and his last position was as equipment operator for Black Thunder Mine in Gillette WY.

In 1962, Jerry married Nadine Plumb, and they had two children, Chari and Todd. On February 20, 2000 he wed Alice Halstead and gained two stepdaughters, Tammy and Tanya. Jerry and Alice moved from Gillette to Spearfish in 2006.

Throughout his life Jerry enjoyed sports, especially rodeo. An avid hunter and fisherman, he looked forward to hunting season each year and loved trips to Mexico for deep sea fishing. He landed his last big marlin at age 81. At home, Jerry spent hours on his leather work, which he sold at gun shows that he attended with his son. He played a mean hand of cards, took delight in teasing everyone he knew, and was quick to pick up the tab or help anyone in need.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 20 years, Alice, of Spearfish SD; daughter Chari Fuerstenau (Ron Henry) of Ithaca NY; son Todd Spargur of Spearfish SD and granddaughters Ashley Spargur of Spearfish SD, Kaitlin (Tucker) Loeffen of Powell WY, and Lanae Spargur of Gettysburg SD; stepdaughter Tanya (Todd) Johnson and grand-daughter Bryce of Pocatello ID; stepdaughter Tammy Larson (Chad Wojtalewicz) and grandchildren Devon Larson, Hannah Larson, Nicholas Wojtalewicz, and Madelyn Wojtalewicz of Rapid City SD; and many nieces and nephews. He looked forward to the arrival of his first great-grandchild due in June.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and brothers Jim, Jack, and Gene.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests a donation in Jerry's memory to the charity of your choice. He gave freely to a host of charities, especially those that improve the lives of children or veterans.

Arrangements are under the care of the Fidler-Isburg Funeral Chapels and Isburg Crematory of Spearfish. Online condolences may be written at www.fidler-isburgfuneralchapels.com