Billy James Spaugh, age 71, of Sherman, TX,  passed away at Cedar Hollow Rehab, Sherman, TX, on Tuesday, August 22, 2023.  He was born on September 25, 1951 in Denison, TX to James Harvey Spaugh and Mary (Grisham) Spaugh.  Billy was a Sherman High School graduate and obtained an associate degree in business from Grayson County College .  He owned and operated the Dairy Queen in Allen , TX for many years as well as working at Winstar Casino in his later years.  He retired several years ago due to failing health.  Billy loved going to Choctaw, fine dining and fancy sports cars.  He was loved and will be missed by all that knew him.

Left to cherish his memory is his mother; Dolly Spaugh of Sherman, TX, his sister; Susan Hofstetter & Robert of Sherman, TX, his brother; Carroll Spaugh & Patricia of Sherman, TX, nephews; David and Randy and nieces; Wendy and Lisa as well as a large extended family of cousins and many friends he made while working.

He was preceded in death by his father; James Harvey Spaugh in 2005 and his grandparents, Mary and Bud Harp and Leonard and Alma Spaugh.  .

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of American Funeral Service, Denison, TX,. The service will be Friday, August 25, 2023, 10:00 A.M. at American Funeral Service Chapel, Denison, TX. with Richard Gage officiating.   Burial will follow at Cedarlawn Memorial Park, Sherman, TX. Family and friends visitation will be Thursday, August 24, 2023, 6-7 p.m. at the funeral home.