Gene Loyd Foote, age 79 and lifetime Spavinaw resident, died Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at his home. Gene was born in Spavinaw on May 29, 1930, the son of William and Bonnie (Owens) Foote. He attended Spavinaw schools graduating in 1948 and later earned a Bachelors of Science Degree in Mathematics. In July of 1948, Gene enlisted in the United States Navy, serving during the Korean Conflict. On November 10, 1956 he was united in marriage to Bobbie Ann Dunning. Gene was a good humored, kind, and hardworking man. He enjoyed golfing, riding motorcycles with the kids, and doing some carpentry. He was a member of the First Baptist Church of Spavinaw where he sang in the choir. Gene is survived by his loving wife Bobbie Foote of the home, son Timothy Foote, grandson Travis Foote, brothers W. Jay Foote Jr. of Spavinaw, and Bobbie Leon Foote of Colorado Springs, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 27, 2010 at the First Baptist Church of Spavinaw with Pastor J. D. Lancaster officiating. Interment will follow at Spavinaw-Strang Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Luginbuel South Grand Lake Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.honoringmemories.com
Service Details
Saturday, February 27th, 2010 11:00am, First Baptist Church - Spavinaw
Interment Details
Spavinaw - Strang Cemetery