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1949
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2020
Michael Spinetti Obituary
Born on Aug. 22, 1949, Mike graduated from Jackson High School in 1967. A lifelong, Republican, Mike was elected to serve on the Jackson CA City Council in 1972. At the time, he was only 23 years old. From 1979 until 1986, Mike served as the Mayor of Jackson, providing years of public service. He also represented the area as a delegate to the Republican National Convention.
An assiduous businessmen, Mike made a lasting mark on the Main Street of Jackson. As a young man Mike founded Spinetti's Bike Shop. And for over 46 years, Mike worked with his business partner Stanley Lukowicz to expand Mother Lode Real Investor's property holdings across the region.
In his later years, Mike and his wife Anne moved to Las Vegas, where he founded Spinetti's Gaming Supplies with his close friend Mikko Melander. He became a well-known poker chip collector, holding what the newspaper called the 'largest chip collection in Las Vegas'. Mike was always on the lookout for a rare piece to add to his collection. He was regarded as an expert in the field and volunteered as an Advisory Board member for the Mob Museum in Las Vegas.
Although Mike faced medical complications throughout his life, Mike's friends will recall his good humor and positive attitude. He had an aptitude for numbers, veracious appetite for information, and an untiring intellect. Mike enjoyed travel, his rescued German Shepherds and poker, which he liked teaching to others. Each year, he visited Outdoor Resorts Indio in Palm Desert, attended the County Fair in Plymouth, and stayed at Plasse's Resort at Silver Lake. At each location, Mike had a wide circle of friends.
Mike is survived by his wife Anne Spinetti, his daughter Annette Spinetti and son-in-law Cal Duncan of Las Vegas NV.
Remembrances can be made in Michael's memory to: Vegas Shepherd Rescue Animal Shelter 702-706-7437 Services will be held Saturday, July 11, 2020, 12:00pm, at Cornerstone Church, 5825 Eldora Ave, Las Vegas, Nevada 89146, Head Count Limited; Contact Family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Spinetti
Scott Pipkin
June 19, 2022
Think about him all the time. Sure miss visiting with him.
Don Naifeh
July 10, 2020
Mike was always kind as well as principled.
So easy to relate with and always to the benefit of others.
The world is missing his unique spirit.
Rest In Peace, Mike
Linda Johnson
June 26, 2020
I was fortunate to know Mike for more than 20 years. He was always so much fun to be around. We went on many, many cruises together. Just this past Halloween, we cruised with a small group of friends and he agreed to dress up and play the role of Thurston Howell for our Gilligan's island group. Great job Mike. I will miss you at the poker tables. Thank you for such wonderful memories. Rest in peace.
Dave and Sandra Webster
June 25, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We always enjoyed meeting Like on the streets of ORI. Dave and Sandra Webster
Lyle & Marsha McLaren
June 25, 2020
Mike was a friend to us from the first day we met him. He was such a great guy to be around. We will miss you Mike but never forget you. Our sincere sympathy to Anne and all the Spinetti family.
Susan Kennedy
June 25, 2020
We are so very sorry for the loss of Mike who was a wonderful friend and ORI neighbor....such a kind and caring man. He will be missed. Jack and Susan Kennedy
Mark and Tina Napolitano
June 25, 2020
Mike will be deeply missed. From the moment we met him we knew instantly that he was an absolute gentleman and someone we considered as family. His memory will remain in every poker chip we touch as he touched the lives of many.
Mary Lou TaylorHawley
June 25, 2020
Bob & I met Mike and Anne at ORI in California , Mike loved playing poker and sharing his keen knowledge of the game . We will miss him terribly . Our sympathies extend to all the Spinetta family .
Carl Odom
June 25, 2020
Candy and I will miss Mike. He had such a good attitude, outgoing personality, and caring nature. We pray for all of the Spinetti family.
Scott Pipkin
June 25, 2020
I always thought so much of
Mike. He was a true friend from the very first moment I met him. He will always be remembered and will keep him in my thoughts and prayers
Becky Pipkin
June 25, 2020
Mike will be missed. What a wonderful human being! Condolences and love to his wife, Anne.
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