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Orlando Spero Obituary
Lon was born and raised in San Francisco and loved growing up in the city. After moving to Lodi in
1982, he enjoyed taking Lodi friends on tours of the city sharing his life story during the 50's
and 60's.
Lon attended Catholic schools and graduated from Riordan High School. He went on to receive
his Master of Arts Degree in History and Economics from California State University, San
Francisco. Later Lon completed his Master of Science Degree, Counseling Degree, Driver Education, and a degree in School Administration.
His employment in the San Francisco Unified School District was disrupted by serving in the Army from 1969-1971.
Following his Army commitment he returned to teach history. Lon transferred to Lodi Unified
School District in 1982, as an administrator, retiring in 2003.
Lon's favorite past time was traveling to places he had studied while teaching history. Lon
and Nancy traveled to 160 countries including all seven continents, a feat of which he was proud.
He was also proud of training and running a marathon.
Lon leaves behind his wife of 35 years, Nancy Kessler Spero, his son John Spero (Lori), grandchildren as well as two
brothers, Robert and John, who live out of state.
The family would like to thank Oakmont of Lodi Memory Care Staff and Absolute Compassion Hospice
staff.
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Memories and Condolences
for Orlando Spero
Faith Harper
January 5, 2025
I remember how happy Nancy and Lon were and loved hearing about their travels. Nancy was a counselor at Tokay when I was teaching history and I always thought they were a wonderful couple. Blessings on your memories.
Rich and Laura Brown
December 19, 2024
Dear Nancy, please accept our deepest condolences in the passing of Lon. We have many fonds memories of meeting you and Lon on our trip to Japan in 2005. We enjoyed receiving your annual Christmas letter detailing your travels. You have so many memories!! We will think of you and Lon on all of our travels. Rich and Laura Brown
Larry Helwig
December 15, 2024
So sorry to hear of Lons passing. Sending prayers to Nancy and the rest of the family.
Scott Garing
December 13, 2024
May you rest in peace Mr.Spero. You truly cared about the students at Liberty. You helped me turn into the man I am now by cutting a troubled youth a break. Thank you & God Bless your soul.
Lori Bryant
December 13, 2024
Nancy & family,
I'm so saddened to read of your loss of Lon. I remember him so fondly, working with him during his time at Liberty HS. He was always so kind to all and had such a heart for his students. Peace be with you all.
Steve Isaak
December 13, 2024
Rest well, Lon. You were a friend to many in this life. Thank you for the positive spirit and joy that you brought.
Lynn and Royce Tomson
December 12, 2024
Our deepest sympathy to Nancy, John, Lori, and grandchildren.
Royce and Lynn Tomson
December 12, 2024
Lon showed us how to travel on cruises. Our first cruise was to Alaska in 2008. After that Royce was Lon's student of travel. We will miss our friend who was a traveler of nations.
Patty Radotic
December 11, 2024
My deepest sympathy and love to Lon´s wife, Nancy, his son, John, grandchildren and his two brothers.
His Love of Travel enabled him to appreciate the beauty of so many places. When I go to San Francisco, I will say a special prayer for him in the City he loved so much.
Fondly,
Patty
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