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Dana Martino-Spencer Obituary

Martino-Spencer, Dana E. 39, late of Chicago, Il, died Thursday, March 14, 2002 in Aspen, Colorado in an avalanche while skiing. Survived by her husband, Steven L. Spencer of Chicago; her parents, Daniel and Phyllis Martino; two brothers, David and Daniel II of Kenosha; one step-son, Christopher W. (Tori) Spencer of Marietta, CA; one step- daughter, Stacy L. Spencer of San Diego, CA, three step-grandchildren; her paternal grandparents, John and Angeline Martino; her maternal grandmother, Hattie Sepanski all of Kenosha, WI. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 19, 2002, from St. Mary's Catholic Church, 39th Avenue & 74th Street in Kenosha. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 18, 2002, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. at the Proko Funeral Home, 5111-60th Street, Kenosha. 262-654-3533. Memorials in Dana's name would be appreciated to The Aviation Scholarship Fund at Kenosha Gateway Aviation School and Jane Cremer Cancer Foundation. Visit our Guest Book at suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Mar. 16 to Mar. 17, 2002.

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Jeffrey Davis

March 19, 2002

Dear Mr. Steven Spencer and Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Martino , I am stunned and saddened . Words cannot express the sorrow I feel for you and the extended families . As a costudent with Dana at Gateway Tech , I will always remember her as the vibrant girl who had great determination to succeed in an Aviation career as well as life . Please accept my condolences .

Cecil & Eunice Treadway

March 19, 2002

What a terrible tragedy! Our heartfelt Sympathy goes out to all of you. We remember the good times we had with you all in Mexico. She will be greatly missed. In Sympathy, Cecil & Eunice Treadway

Bob and Debbie Clampitt

March 18, 2002

Dear Steve, Mr. and Mrs. Martino and family,



Words totally fail us. We are so sorry. We will always remember your beautiful Dana.

Peter Suh

March 17, 2002

This is a very sad tragedy and our thoughts are with this kind and loving family. Dana will be missed.

Glenna Hecht

March 17, 2002

Dana always meant so much to us. During the AVON walks she was a vision of fearlessness, a person who never believed that she could not accomplish the impossible. We feel your pain and want you to know that you are in our hearts during this difficult time.

Sara and Louis Masciopinto

March 17, 2002

Dear Steve, Phyllis and Dan,

Our hearts go out to all of you at this very sad time. Dana was a unique human being who brought joy to all she met and loved.

We will be with you in our thoughts and prayers.

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