Martha Spurgeon

Martha Helen Spurgeon passed away on December 8, 2024, at the age of 76. She is proceeded in death by her husband Jerry Spurgeon and two brothers Junior and Larry Leathers. She is survived by her children Nancy Allen (Brad), Tammy Howell (Harvey), and Yasmine Winslett, her grandchildren Ashly Dixon (Will), Christopher Howell (Emma), Wendy Howell (Jennifer), and Lecresha Thornton, her siblings Jean Writesman, Troy Leathers (Sarah), Michael David Leathers, and ten great-grandchildren.

Martha was born in Cullman, AL to Buck and Rachel Louise Leathers. She later moved to Leeds, AL where she met her husband, Jerry. They were married for 54 years up until his passing. Martha worked for Avondale Mills and later worked for the St. Clair County School System where she retired at age 55 from Moody Schools. In her past time, she enjoyed cooking, watching TV, and spending time with family. Her and Jerry formed a well-known southern Gospel group named The Spurgeons. They traveled throughout the south bringing the word of God through song. Martha resided in Whites Chapel, AL up until her passing.

The services for Mrs. Spurgeon will be Friday, December 13, 2024, at Kilgroe Funeral Home 1750 Ashville Road Leeds, AL 35094. The visitation will be from 11:00 AM until 12:00 PM with the funeral service beginning at 12:00 PM in the chapel. Burial will follow at Forest Crest Cemetery in Irondale, Alabama. Services directed by Kilgroe Funeral Home, Leeds, Alabama.