Joel Spann

David Joel Spann, Joel, left his earthly home on Sunday, September 27, 2026.

He is survived by his wife, Cheryl Spann; daughter, Amber Bagley (husband Jason); son, Lane Spann (wife Jennifer); and daughter, Sydnee Spann. He left behind 5 grandchildren, Brayden, Blake, Kyleigh, Blayne, and Rosston. Joel loved all of these greatly. Joel is also survived by his aunt, Clara Boyd; aunt, Charlotte Johnson; stepmother, Lori Spann; brother, Jerry Williams (wife Carol); sisters-in-law, Candy Campbell (husband Mike) and Cathy Huddleston (husband Randy); and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Joel is preceded in death by grandparents, Charles and Lorene Spann, Jack and Evelyn Fenoglio, parents Charles Spann, Mary Teel, and step-father Bill Teel; his father-in-law, Larry Matthews, mother-in- law, Carol Matthews; several aunts and uncles, and sister, Teresa Spann.

Joel grew up in Bowie, Texas, where he learned to love fishing and hunting, watching the Dallas Cowboys, and earned his Eagle Scout Badge while developing some lifelong friendships. He was a member of the Bowie Church of Christ, graduated from Bowie High School, and went to Texas Tech. He spent most of his adult life working at and retired from Peterbilt Motors in Denton, Texas, where his list of dear friends grew. He also spent most Saturdays and many Sundays motoring around Texas Lakes, hoping to hook the biggest bass or bring in the largest catch. He continued to make close friends on the water and in the community where he lived. Joel was a sports fan most of his life and spent hours watching his favorite teams on T.V. and, in recent years, picking them in a fantasy football league. Joel was a friend who showed up, worked hard, and shared lots of jokes. He was always excited to reminisce about old times with family and friends. He was proud of his children and grandchildren and loved them deeply.

Joel leaves a big hole in the hearts of his family and friends, but we grieve with hope in the knowledge that we will see him again. 

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, at Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home of Gainesville from 6:00 - 7:30 PM. A funeral service for Mr. Spann will be held at First Baptist Church of Ponder on Thursday, October 1, 2026, beginning at 11:00 AM, with Pastor Kim Broadstreet officiating.