Maureen Spillane Obituary

Just got a notice about a new entry so I spent some time reading the sweet notes. Such a beautiful woman with a sweet personality. Long long ago she gave me her family recipe for Irish Cream. I'm so sorry that I misplaced it. I'll bet you all toast to her with some every Christmas...or today.

So many years ago we were all a family of gals flying to Vegas and having a great time...never felt like work...I loved working with Maureen all those years...Pat Erickson

I was a brand new Flight Attendant in 1971 and I vividly remember that whenever I was looking for a smile or some encouragement, I could always count on finding it in Maureen. It meant a great deal to me and I have tried to be that kind of person throughout my life. I am very sorry for your loss and you have my deepest sympathy.

Dear Dan and family,
Though I worked with Maureen for many years my most fond memory was of our first trip together. It was at the end of her first trip following her return to the line in 1971. As we were deplaning a DC-9 after the last passengers three small children came running down the jet way screaming "Mommy". And a smiling man following. All four of you hugged and kissed her. You made her so happy in that moment. You, her family, were always Maureen's first priority. It was only with your support that Maureen was able to live her life to the fullest. Thanks to all of you.
Please accept my condolences.

Dear Dan and family...I spent many a trip with Maureen flying to Las Vegas...we always had such a wonderful time while working and on our layovers...she was such a delight to be around...all of us who worked with Maureen will always remember her as a special friend and co-worker...we will miss her...love and strength to you all Love Pat Erickson

This world has lost a beautiful person inside and out. I am so sad for your loss. My thoughts are with you Dan and your family.

Dan and family,

Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. The article in the Tribune was a beautiful remembrance of your wife. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Sincerely,
Donna and Andy Houswerth

I met and worked with Maureen at Twa. She was always great to work with and joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
She was a great lady

To the Spillane Family,

You have my sincere condolences. I loved flying with Maureen, she was a most kind and loving lady who will be missed. I pray that you will be strengthened during this very difficult time.

Sincerely,

Janet Thoma

I met and worked with Maureen at TWA. I knew if I saw her name on the crew list it would be a great flight. She had a wonderful soul. My heartfelt thoughts deepest sympathy to Maureen's family and all who loved her.

Dear Spillane Family,
We are very sorry for your loss. On behalf of my family, please accept our deepest sympathy. I know my parents were very fond of Maureen. Wishing you all the best during this very difficult time.

Spillane Family - so sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Dear Dan & Family,
Deepest sympathy for your loss. I hope you find comfort in the memories of your life together with Maureen. May she rest in peace.

Spillane family, our hearts are with you at this tragic time. We wish you comfort and will be thinking of you.

Dear Dan, Kathleen, Tim & Brian,  It was a real privilege to have known Maureen - I will always remember her smiling face. We will all miss her.

Dear Dan & Family,
I feel so blessed to have gotten to know Maureen and her beautiful spirit, she was a very special lady and I will miss her dearly. My thoughts, sympathy, and love go out to all of you.
May God bless and comfort you.
Love from,
Marilyn Straub, Willowbrook, Illinois

Dear Family,

I had the pleasure of knowing Maureen and flying with her many times over the years of our career together at TWA. She was always such a joy to work with and play with! I'm sorry for your loss but heaven gained a true angel...please accept my sincere condolences and know that she has no more pain, no more tears - she is with our Father now.

Dear Dan and family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

May you be comforted,with the beautiful memories you've shared for a lifetime.

Marc and Sharon Elatkin

Spillane Family,

I was so fortunate to know Mrs. Spillane for several years and was always so happy to see her. She truly had a beautiful spirit and energy that surrounded her. Just always smiling and warm.

May God bless her and all of you.

Love, Tim Griffin

Dear Dan, KT, Tim, and Brian, I am so sorry to hear of Maureen's passing. She was elegant and graceful with a quiet, gentle strength. I know she was welcomed into the arms of many loved ones!

Uncle Dan, Kathy, Tim and Brian-Sorry about your mom "Aunt Maureen" passsing away...She fought a great fight and one that you should be proud of! She's where she needs to be now-at peace and in a much better and brighter place! She will forever be in our thoughts!
I'm sure the Reddog has welcomed her home with open arms!

I can only hope that she will now help bring a World Series to Chicago Cubs!!:-)

Deepest Sympathy
St. Louis McGrath's

Dear Dan, Kathleen, Tim and Bryan,

May you all have comfort knowing the wonderful person we've lost is now at peace with the Lord. Cancer is such a horrible demon, but Maureen faced it with dignity and grace. She was truly a beautiful person and will be missed dearly.


God saw you getting tired
and a cure was not to be
so he put his arms around you
and whispered,
"Come to Me"

With tearful eyes we watched you
and saw you pass away
and although we love you dearly
we could not make you stay.

A Golden heart stopped beating
hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us
He only takes the best.


With Deepest Sympathy and Love to all,
Larry and Colleen Henson

Katie I am saddened to hear of the passing of your mother...you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time... kim campbell

My deepest sympathy.My prayers go out to you and your family.

Dan, to you and your family we can only send our deepest sympathies. I knew Maureen through the Ovarian Cancer Group at the Cancer Wellness Center and thrived on every shared moment. She asked the best questions, had so much enthusiasm, introduced me to most interesting people, and shared a tough journey. We both learned a lot along the way, and had some good laughs and warm hugs, too.

I will so miss her great smile, those sparkling eyes, her laughter, her willingness to find the good in the bad, and her love for life. Her love for you, Dan, and her pride and love for her children warmed my heart. I am so sorry that she has had to leave you. It is a miserable disease!

Please accept our condolences as you all traverse these tough days.

Dear Dan and Family,

The picture shown here of Maureen captures her physical beauty----the "special beauty" lies within this kind and gentle soul----
She was a true role model in the strenth she portrayed in her battle against cancer, but also in her love and attention toward her family and friends. Bravo Maureen----you will not be forgotten---you have made the world a better place!!

With Love and Deepest Sympathy to Dan and Family,

Zona Duft

To the family of Maureen Spillane, Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of such a beautiful and lovely woman. Katie has expressed such love of her Mother and her mother's lust for life that we feel we know her.. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Patti Kukula, Jim Chylinski and Girls