Mary F. Stone Spanarkel

Mary Spanarkel Obituary

(Asbury Park Press)

MARY F. STONE SPANARKEL
AGE: 81 SEA GIRT
Mary F. (Stone) Spanarkel, 81, of Sea Girt NJ, formerly of Jersey City, NJ passed away on Monday, Sept. 28, 2009. Mary was born in Jersey City and was a homemaker.
Beloved wife of the late Raymond G. Sr. (2008). Devoted mother to Raymond G. Jr. and his wife Deborah, Dr. Marybeth Spanarkel and her husband Dr. James Hathorn, Kevin and his wife Kathleen, James and his wife Janet, John and his wife Maureen and Sharon McPherson and her husband Mark. Dear sister to Anne Rice and her husband Hugh and the late Thomas and James Stone. Cherished grandmother to seventeen grandchildren.
Funeral from the Macagna-Diffily-Onorato Funeral Home 41 Ames Avenue Rutherford, NJ on Friday October 2, 2009 at 9:00 am thence to St. Mary RC Church, Rutherford, where a Funeral Mass will be offered at 10:00 am. Entombment to follow at Holy Cross Mausoleum, North Arlington NJ. Visiting hours Thursday 2-4 and 7-9 pm.

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Published by Asbury Park Press on Sep. 30, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Mary Spanarkel

15 Entries

October 27, 2009

Jim, Marybeth, Raymond, Sharon, John and Kevin:
We are so sorry for your loss and only found out the unfortunate news recently. Mary was so special to our family and we have a very fond spot in our hearts for her. We will miss her very much.

Deepest Sympathies and Love
The Harrison Family
Angel, Allan, Erik, Susan, Nicole and Rudy

Kathleen Norton-Schock

October 7, 2009

Marybeth, Jim, Raymond, Sharon, John and Kevin:

Hugs to you.

My goodness. This is one of the times that I absolutely HATE living this far away....and so, belatedly, finding this out, I am now sending a message.

Here goes:

Mary Spanarkel (mother of my high school "touchstone", and good friend, Marybeth Spanarkel) was a grounding force, and a loving presence for so many of us in high school. We relied on her to scold us (occasionally) and love us (always).

She had a dichotomy about her. Razor-sharp in instinct, and insight, she also consistently exuded warmth and understanding. She blessed a little bunch of us with tolerance, when she didn't have to; she also demanded that we be good people/girls/women.

I liked her. A lot.

When I wasn't necessarily tolerant of my own mother ( or most adults), it is so telling that Mary was one of those unique "adults" around whom I felt comfortable and accepted. I was not alone in that.
So did most of our friends. She was a wonderful, accepting, smart, giving, WARM presence.

You are, all, blessed to have had her as your Mom. I was always envious of that (in the most loving way). I know you will miss her.
With empathy, and much love,

Kathleen Norton-Schock (Kathy Norton)
XXX000

Kevin + Kathleen Spanarkel

October 2, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Dr.Bob Berckes

October 1, 2009

Dear Jim, Janet,James,Bridget,Stephanie and Andrew,May the memories and love of your mom (grandmother) bring you moments of joy,happiness and laughter that last a lifetime, as you continue on life's journey,until you see her again in heaven.I'm glad I got to know you as your principal at St.Mary's.,nothing but the best to a beautiful family.Dr.Bob
Dr.Bob

October 1, 2009

Mary and my mom Hilda became best of friends this summer at Meridian in Wall. They were inseparable. We shared so many jersey City stories and talked and talked. She beamed with pride when we talked about about family and friends.They stayed in touch after Jim brought her home. We will miss her. May the passage of time ease your sorrow and surround you with comforting memories. Harry Lerner and Mom Hilda

October 1, 2009

We are all very sorry for your loss. Many memories of your family, especially your mother, from Fairview Avenue. She will be missed. The Walling/MaNally families.

October 1, 2009

Mary and Ray leave the legacy of the most wonderful family. We will never forget all the "Bloody Mary" stories that had us roaring with laughter! Bless all the Spanarkel Family
Linda and Neil Torino

October 1, 2009

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the Spanarkel family. We all have the fondest memories of both Mary and Ray with their laughter and humor during our days at Duke University, particularly any post-game get-togethers. Bill and Shirley Foster.

October 1, 2009

To the entire Spanarkel Family,
I am so sad to hear of Mary's passing. She was a wonderful women who made everyone laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will remember her fondly.
Sincerely,
MaryBeth Davis

Jim Hague

October 1, 2009

"Ma Spa" was one of my biggest fans as a baseball player growing up, as she was perhaps the only person to see every single one of her son John's and my games in the Greenville Babe Ruth Baseball league...but more importantly, she was a true Jersey City icon, a beloved character who was adored by everyone who knew her...I was very fortunate to know her for more than 30 years...and she has her incredible family to live on as a legacy...I hope God is ready for a few bottles of the "Ma Spa" sauce...All my best

John &Gail DellaFave

September 30, 2009

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

September 30, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Spanarkel family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Donna Ammerman-Campbell and Son

September 30, 2009

On behalf Megan's basketball family in NH, please give our condolences to the entire Spanarkel family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
~SNHU Women's Basketball

September 30, 2009

"Bloody Mary" - her memory will live on in the laughter, smiles and hilarity that I remember whenever I was in her presence! What a woman! One of the greatest laughs I've ever heard. Hold your heads high, Spanarkels! Each and every one of you made her proud!

Love and sympathy from Mary Costello.

September 30, 2009

Ray, our deepest condolences to you & your entire family.

- Vinnie Corso

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