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James Thomas “Jimmy” Spence

Date of Death: February 1, 2020

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 2/9, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Sunday 2/9, 4:00 pm

memorial

Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

SPCA
115 Featherbed Lane
Winchester, Virginia 22601

James Thomas “Jimmy” Spence, 68, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family.

Jimmy was born in 1951 in Winchester, Virginia, son of the late Michael and Loveda Spence. He was owner/operator of Champion Auto Sales. Jimmy always had a passion for cars….especially race cars. Being a successful racer himself, he was always the leader of Team 91. Jimmy enjoyed hunting, mowing the grass (for everyone), plowing snow (for everyone as well), and gossiping with Tim, Ronnie, Scott, Herk, Hunter, and David….solving all the problems of the world. He was a member of Winchester Eagles and supported the Church of the Good Shepherd.
Jimmy was more than a businessman. He was the patriarch of the family. Jimmy loved his family more than life itself. He supported all of them; was always ready to make a sacrifice for them if need be and rejoiced in their accomplishments, but also gave his loving support during times of need. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather…and most important he was their friend.

Jimmy married Robin Pitcock on July 11, 1974 in Winchester, Virginia.

Surviving with his wife of 45 years is a daughter, Jamie Patricia Spence (Mike Newlin) of Winchester, Virginia and a son, James Thomas “JT” Spence, II (Kelli) of Winchester, Virginia; nephew (who was like a son), James McFarland of Winchester, Virginia; grandchildren, Mykaela Spence (Isaiah), Aidan Betschart, Ashlynn Spence, Jaelyn “Jake” Spence, Mikah Newlin, all of Winchester, Virginia; sister, Elizabeth Pearson of Winchester, Virginia; brother, Eddie Spence of Winchester, Virginia; and fur babies, Cuda, Ollie, Tucker, Buster, and Sassy.

Along with his parents, Jimmy was preceded in death by sisters, Sharon McFarland, Patricia Shade and Dorothy Pauline Spence; and brothers, Kenneth, Donald and Mike “Fuzzy” Spence.

A gathering of family and friends will be from 2 pm to 4 pm on Sunday at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. A Celebration of Life service will follow the gathering at 4 pm with Pastor Vernon Bray officiating. Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jimmy’s memory to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork Street, Suite 405, Winchester, Virginia 22601 or to SPCA, 115 Featherbed Lane, Winchester, Virginia 22601.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Sunday 2/9, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Sunday 2/9, 4:00 pm
Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to:

Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork Street
Suite 405
Winchester, Virginia 22601

SPCA
115 Featherbed Lane
Winchester, Virginia 22601

James Thomas “Jimmy” Spence, 68, of Frederick County, Virginia passed away Saturday, February 1, 2020, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Jimmy was born in 1951 in Winchester, Virginia, son of the late Michael and Loveda Spence. He was owner/operator of Champion Auto Sales. Jimmy always had a passion for cars….especially race cars.Continue Reading

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Brian and Missy Luttrell left a message on February 10, 2020:
Sending light and love to All! Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Mitchell Bragg left a message on February 9, 2020:
Sending all of our love. - The Bragg Family
Laura Livermore left a message on February 9, 2020:
Sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Brenda Vance left a message on February 9, 2020:
My condolences to Robin and family
Randy & Doddie Brooks left a message on February 8, 2020:
Our deepest condolences to Robin and family. RIP Jimmy. God bless❤️
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Valera Belcher left a message on February 7, 2020:
I am so sorry, his time on earth was cut too short. He will be missed by all who knew him. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and give comfort to his Family, Loved Ones and Friends, in this time of Sorrow. Blessings, Valera
Debbie Haines wines left a message on February 7, 2020:
I'm so sorry to here of his passing. We were friends as kids prayers for the family
Sue J Murphy left a message on February 5, 2020:
Robin, JT and family So very sorry to learn of Jimmy's passing. He was a great man. I have very fond memories of him as a friend and a race car driver. He was so good to my son with his go cart racing. He will be missed.
Roy C Clower left a message on February 5, 2020:
My Sincere Condolence to Jimmy's Family We will be thinking of you all in this difficult time
Spring D. Newlin left a message on February 5, 2020:
Robin and family, my thoughts prayers go out to you and your family at this time. I met Jimmy when he would come into the Handy Mart on his way to car auction. He came in one day to get a lot of coffee; I asked him if he was thirsty and he said no. my mother in law is in hospital bad off and taking coffee to the family. I never charged him and said come back if you need more. He was a good man and he will be missed by all that knew him. Again so sorry for you loss
libby spence left a message on February 4, 2020:
In memory of James Thomas "Jimmy" Spence, libby spence lit a candle
James Yancey Sr. left a message on February 4, 2020:
My sincere condolences to Jimmy's family, prayers to you all in this difficult time.
Greg Gunter left a message on February 4, 2020:
You are in our thougts and prayers He will be greatly missed Greg and Debbie
Gina Iannotti Edmond left a message on February 4, 2020:
With love, prayers and sympathy on your great loss.
LINDA CORBIN left a message on February 4, 2020:
Robin & Family, although I did not know Jimmy I can tell ( through my racing family the Armel's ) that he was truly someone special and will be missed. I know we haven't seen each other in many many years but I just wanted to say that I am so sorry about his passing and that my thoughts and prayers are with you guys. Keep the faith, God Bless
John wisecarver left a message on February 4, 2020:
I had a great time working for him and having him as a friend
Amy Zirkle left a message on February 4, 2020:
Thought and prayers to the family for comfort during this difficult time. May you rest in peace Jimmy.
Kim Spence left a message on February 4, 2020:
Thinking of you. Sending our love❤️
Patti Crenshaw left a message on February 4, 2020:
My thoughts are with you Aunt Robin and JT. I feel blessed that Sharon introduced me to your special family. I’ll never forget his huge smile. He was truly the head of your family and was loved and respected by many. I kno your hearts are heavy but I’m sure he’ll be your guardian angel. God has bigger plans for him. I’m sure he raced toward those pearly gates.
Carly Compton-Laird left a message on February 4, 2020:
RIP Uncle Jimmy.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Sharon Pusateri left a message on February 4, 2020:
In memory of James Thomas "Jimmy" Spence, Sharon Pusateri lit a candle
Sharon Pusateri left a message on February 4, 2020:
My heart and prayers goes out to the Spence family for their loss. Heaven gain an angel. Rest high.
Evette oates left a message on February 4, 2020:
In memory of James Thomas "Jimmy" Spence, Evette oates lit a candle
Al Galano left a message on February 4, 2020:
To the family. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all in this hard time.
dennis gary left a message on February 4, 2020:
Deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Donnie and Sandy Nesselrodte left a message on February 3, 2020:
Robin, Jamie and JT, so sorry for your loss. He was a very special man and one of a kind. I cherish the memories that we all shared in the past. God definitely gained a very special angel. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May god bless you all!
Randy Stotler left a message on February 3, 2020:
In memory of James Thomas "Jimmy" Spence, Randy Stotler lit a candle
Kelly Orndorff left a message on February 3, 2020:
to the Spence so sorry for your loss
Rebecca Garrett Carlyle left a message on February 3, 2020:
Prayers for the family during this difficult time. No more pain. Rest in paradise Jimmy
Rebecca Garrett Carlyle left a message on February 3, 2020:
Prayers for the family during this difficult time. No more pain. Rest in paradise Jimmy
Larry & Gibson Hoover left a message on February 3, 2020:
In memory of James Thomas "Jimmy" Spence, Larry & Gibson Hoover lit a candle
Sheila Randy Brooks left a message on February 3, 2020:
Robin and family We are so sorry for your loss Knowing Jimmy is no longer in pain might give a little comfort He will definitely be missed by so many God bless you all
Clark rollback services left a message on February 3, 2020:
Jimmy was a good heart man and he is going to be miss God bless you
cathy johnson left a message on February 3, 2020:
Hugs to the family. Spence was one of the Best guys I ever new, he will be greatly missed.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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