Nancy Spitzer
November 06, 2012
Nancy P. Spitzer, 63, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, Thursday, November 8, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Nancy was born February 23, 1949, in Des Moines, Iowa, the daughter of Samuel J. and Dorothy M. Paris. Nancy was an artist and had a strong appreciation of music. She enjoyed computers, and was also becoming involved with local politics. Above all else, Nancy treasured the time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren.
Nancy’s memory will be cherished by her loving husband of 30 years, Dennis Spitzer; her son, E. J. (and Carma) Spitzer; daughters, Allyson Anderson (and Kevin Book), Holly (and Russ) Adams, Amanda (and Liam) Macleod, and Debby (and Matt) Howard; her beloved grandchildren, Parker and Mia Spitzer, Aaron and Jackson Adams, and Madison and Aden Howard; her sisters, Vicki Shusterman, Dottie (and Del) Bauer, Dottie (and Elmer) Roorda, and Sandy (and Bill) Wesley; her brother, Don Samaneigo; her sister-in-law, Jeanette (and Jerry) Brown; her niece and honorary sister, Terri Abrahamson; numerous nieces and nephews; her faithful four-legged companion, Mickey; other loving relatives; and many special friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Melvin James Paris, and her adoptive mother, Kay Voss Paris, who held a special place in her heart and helped raise her.
Memorial visitation will be held to celebrate Nancy’s life from 4 to 6 p.m., Sunday, November 11, 2012, at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. Private inurnment will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in loving memory of Nancy. The family has created a website in celebration of Nancy’s life at:
www.jolynneroorda.com/nancy/
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jennifer Egenberger
11/12/2012
I wanted to let you know I'm thinking of each of you during this difficult time. It isn't easy to say goodbye to those we love so dearly.
With love,
Jennifer and family
Marlys Butler Curry
11/11/2012
Could you please have Sandra give me a call. My mother and your mother were cousins and you all lived next door to us when you lived with your grandparents on Emma. I have lost track of you and would like to get in contact again.
Kendra Warner Johannes
11/11/2012
Nancy will always be in my memories and all the fun we had at PHS activities.Wish we could have gotten together lots more often.Rest in peace Nanc'.I'm praying for the whole family in thi time of loss.
Bob & Candy Brown
11/10/2012
We want you to know that you all are in our thoughts. We hope it will help to know the outpouring of prayers for Nancy. May she be at peace. Love to all, Bob & Candy & family
Michelle Coleman
11/09/2012
Sending my thoughts and prayers to Dennis and the rest of the family at this difficult time. God Bless!!
Bambi Byers
11/09/2012
All my thoughts go out to Nancy's family. It was very obvious she was a very special Mom and Grandma. Those are memories you can never take away! Until you meet again....rest in peace Angel.