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Marilou Spacek Obituary

Marilou F. Spacek PORTSMOUTH - Marilou Frazier Spacek, 60, passed away Nov. 3, 2010 surrounded by her family. Mrs. Spacek is the daughter of Johnnie E. Frazier and Mary McDermott Frazier of Portsmouth. She was a graduate of the Maryview Hospital School of Nursing and retired in 2000 from Maryview Hospital as a registered nurse after 29 years of service. She was a member of St. Paul's Catholic Church. Besides her parents, she is survived by her husband of 33 years, James R. Spacek; two daughters, Margaret Mary Bairley and husband Daniel of Fredericksburg, Va., Kathleen Spacek Barnes and husband Joshua of Virginia Beach; a son, John Joseph Spacek of Richmond, Va.; and a grandson, Braden James Bairley. She was predeceased by her brother, John "Jack" Frazier. Marilou suffered with multiple sclerosis for more than 20 years; her strong faith, resolve and caring spirit were an example to all. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Monday in St. Paul's Catholic Church. Entombment will follow in Greenlawn Mausoleum. A Christian wake will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday at Foster Funeral Home, Portsmouth. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Paul's Catholic Church Restoration Fund, 518 High St., Portsmouth, VA 23704 or to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, 760 Lynnhaven Parkway, Suite 201, Virginia Beach, VA 23452.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Nov. 5, 2010.

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Bob Sciacchitano

October 30, 2023

Now you have been united again with your lifetime love. Jim, and it must have been a joyous reunion.

Tim & Susan Clarke

November 18, 2010

Jim, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your wife. Please know that we are thinking about you and praying for you. I know that Tim enjoyed working with you for many years. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.

November 16, 2010

Jim and Mr. and Mrs. Frazier,

My deepest condolences -- Sam Grillo wrote a couple of weeks ago to tell me that Marilou was on life support, and I immediately asked my Priest friend in Poland, Father Stas Wargacki, to pray for her and for you, as I have been doing. Tonight, Mary Russo sent me this link. I am in Warsaw now and just wrote to ask Fr. Wargacki to say a Mass for Marilou. My heart goes out to you all and for your children.

God Bless, Francis Skrobiszewski

Mary Russo

November 16, 2010

Jimmy, I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Your PCHS classmate, Mary Russo

November 8, 2010

Jim,
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you. I'm glad Liz was lucky to have such a wonderful friend. Sincerely Carl Myers

Charlotte Sugg

November 8, 2010

Jimmy, Marilou was the sweetest person anyone could ask for. May your comfort in her passing be that now she is well, without pain and joined with her beloved brother. May God bless you, your children and Mr. & Mrs. Frazier.
Charlotte & Terry Sugg

Fred Moorehead

November 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God Bless You.

The Mooreheads.

Kitty Felton

November 8, 2010

I'm so glad I got to see Marilou last year at our Maryview reunion. She was always such a sweetheart. I was her "Big Sister" in nursing school. My prayers are with you all.

Kitty Reinhardt Felton

November 7, 2010

Jimmy, I was so sorry to hear about Marilou. She will be missed by her many friends. I worked with her at Maryview for many years, and she was always cheerful. She was an inspiration to all of us. My thoughts and prayers are with you and you family at this time. Robin Ward

Pat and Sherry Turpin

November 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. I worked with Marilou for many years at Maryview and always looked forward to every "girls" get-together she was able to attend. She was a fighter from the beginning of her diagnosis of MS. We were so pleased that both of you were able to attend the service last year for Pat's Mom and will always keep you both in our hearts. Please know that Marilou has been loved by many for a long time.

Linda Craft

November 7, 2010

Jim and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about my friend, Marilou. She was a fighter and continued on with her pleasant sense of humor while she was battling with MS. I loved her and will miss her very much. I pray that you will find comfort and always remember that she will always be with you.

God be with you and your family,
Linda Craft

Tyrees "T.P." Jones

November 7, 2010

Mr.Spacek,may God grant you strength during these difficult times.

Al and Vanessa Williams & family

November 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. Although difficult at this time, be comforted that those that live in the hearts of those who love shall never die.

Cindy Linkenhoker

November 6, 2010

Jim,

Here's hoping that the fond memories you have and the comfort of friends, family and our Heavenly Father will get you through this most difficult time.

DORIS HALSTEAD JONES

November 6, 2010

DEAR JIMMY,MEG,KATIE AND JOHN ,
MY SINCERE THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO
OUT TO EACH OF YOU AT THIS TIME OF SORROW. I GREW UP NEXT DOOR TO YOUR MOM
ON SCOTT STREET IN PORTSMOUTH. WE WERE CHILDHOOD PLAYMATES AND BEST FRIENDS.
WE BOTH WENT TO NURSING SCHOOL IN PORTSMOUTH (I WENT TO PORTSMOUTH GENERAL) AND CONTINUED OUR LOVE OF CARING FOR OUR PATIENTS. WE WORKED AS JUNIOR VOLUNTEERS TOGETHER AT MARYVIEW HOSPITAL FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS.
WHILE I MOVED TO RICHMOND,VIRGINIA AND WE DID NOT SEE EACH OTHER OR TALK OFTEN, WHEN I WOULD COME HOME TO VISIT MY MOTHER AND FAMILY,I WOULD SEE YOUR MOM VISITING WITH YOUR GRANDMOTHER. WE WOULD TALK AND IT WOULD BE LIKE TIME HAD NEVER PASSED. SHE WAS A BEUTIFUL PERSON WITH A BEAUTIFUL SOUL. TO KNOW HER WAS TO LOVE HER AND REMEMBER HER ALWAYS...SHE HAS LEFT EACH OF YOU A TREASURE OF MEMORIES TO HOLD. SHE IS GOD'S ANGEL AND HAS GONE TO PREPARE A PLACE FOR EACH OF US...
MAY GOD'S STRENGTH AND LOVE SURROUND EACH OF YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME. SHE
FOUGHT A COURAGOUS BATTLE.
MUCH LOVE AND RESPECT,
DORIS HALSTEAD JONES
AYLETT,VA 23009

Jim and Trina Woolard

November 5, 2010

Jim,
We are sorry to hear about Marilou, you and your family are in thoughts and prayers.

Fred Hartlove

November 5, 2010

Jim, my heart and prayers, go out to you and your family, at this time
no words can express your thought. I know what it feelds like when I lost mine, all I can say is I;m standing behind you.
Fred

James Best

November 5, 2010

Mr. Spacek & family so sorry for your loss I pray that God will comfort you in this time of need

Debbie Zbrzeznj

November 5, 2010

Meg and Family,
In your time of sorrow God is there to hold you and wipe your tears. He will carry you through your grief and pain. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dana Murphy

November 5, 2010

Katie & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I didn't know your mom well, Katie always talked so highly of her. She fought a good fight. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. Love, Dana

Brittany Mitchell

November 5, 2010

John, so very sorry for your loss. I lost my father at age 60. Too young, in both our cases, to lose a parent. Our prayers are with you!

Brittany and Jon Mitchell & family

Stephanie Krepinevich

November 5, 2010

Meg, John, and family, Please know that Dave and I are sorry to hear about your loss. We were able to meet your mother at Meg's wedding and saw how happy she was to be surrounded by her family. I will always have that memory of her and hope that you are comforted by your happy memories in this sad time.

November 5, 2010

JIM: I was saddened to hear that Marilou passed away. Deb's and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pete & Deb Fortin (Chesapeake, VA)

Butch & Lynn Bondoc

Butch & Lynn Bondoc

November 5, 2010

Jim - Our hearts are broken over the loss of Marilou. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. May God comfort and strengthen you as He welcomes Marilou into His arms.

Tricia Pavlik

November 5, 2010

Meg, John, Katie, and Mr. Spacek,
I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you be comforted by family and friends in your time and grief. She will always be looking down on you guys and watching out for you. God bless you guys.

Rose Mary Rakowski

November 5, 2010

Jim, So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Rose Mary K. Rakowski

Rachel Cox

November 5, 2010

Jim - I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We will be praying for you and your family. May you all enjoy many special memories as you share together during this time.

Maura Bairley

November 5, 2010

Meg and family,

All of us in Brooklyn are sending our love and condolences.

Warmly,

Maura, Elizabeth & Miles

Bonnie Tignor

November 5, 2010

Jim and Family,

I was so sorry to hear about you loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you a this time of grief. Please remember the good times you had together. May the memories bring you comfort. Put your trust in the Lord and he will be there to help you with your sorrow.

Bob Sciacchitano

November 5, 2010

Jim and family - my prayers are with you and Marylou. I know your faith will continue to be your strength.

Barbara (Meagher)Ardagna

November 5, 2010

Jimmy and family,

I was deeply saddened when I learned of Marilou's passing. This is a terrible loss for all of us.

Marilou was a dear friend to many and an inspiration to anyone she came into contact with. She will always be a part of the memories I treasure of my childhood and school days.

May she rest in peace and I pray that all of the love and support from family and friends sustains your family during this difficult time.

Love to all....

Sharon Barnes

November 5, 2010

Jim and family my deepest sympathy to your all in this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers and may remembering all the good times give you strength and comfort.

Frances Blake

November 5, 2010

Jimmy, I am so sorry for your loss. Marylou was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.

Christopher McDermott

November 5, 2010

My prayers and thoughts are wilth all the family in their loss and grief. Marylou was a special person and I will cherish her memory. Much love to all of you.

Joshua Morris

November 5, 2010

I only met Marilou once or twice but I know what she meant to my friend, her son, John and her entire family. Condolences and prayer at this very difficult time.

Carla Davis

November 5, 2010

May God continue to bless you and your family Mr Spacek. I will pray for your strength and comfort.

Jimmy Butts

November 5, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

November 5, 2010

Dear Mary and Johnnie and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers for strength and understanding.
Bettina and John Kusiak, Lynchburg, VA

Brian Ramaley

November 5, 2010

Jim (and Family), my heart goes out to you. May you find the strength to carry on and find comfort in each other.

Mike Luning

November 5, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Bev Perrine

November 5, 2010

My heart goes out to you and your family during this time of grief. Please take comfort as you share your love of Mrs. Spacek and your memories. You and your family are certainly in the thoughts and prayers of many.

Karen Kruger

November 5, 2010

Your family is in my thoughts and heart during this time of loss. Sending you much love.

John Arrington

November 5, 2010

Barb And I are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

T.L. Mayo Jr.

November 5, 2010

May the warmth of Gods love and the comfort of his grace be with you through the your time of grief.

November 5, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief. We are so very sorry for your loss. May the love of family and friends give you comfort. Fred and Laverne Riddick. Portsmouth, Va.

Owen & Mary Frances Rose

November 5, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Beth & Jim Fulgham

November 5, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

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