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Peter Spence Obituary
- - Peter Eamonn Spence passed away on September 13, 2018 after a short illness. Peter was born in Reno on September 22, 1983. He was a student-athlete at Reed High School and attended the University of California, Davis. He graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno, with dual Bachelor of Science Business degree in Information Systems and Economics. Peter worked as a SQL Analyst for Apex Performance Solutions, House Advantage, and Panasonic. He was funny, smart, irreverent, and dedicated. Peter was preceded in death by his grandparents, John and Eleanor Fleming and James and Berneice Spence, and his aunts, Teresa and Eleanor Ann Fleming. He is survived by his parents, Bill and Peggy Spence, his brothers, John Spence (and wife, Maribeth) and Liam Spence, and his uncle, James Spence (and wife Ginny). Peter had large extended family in the Bay Area and many friends in Reno-Sparks. Services will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Vincent's Dining Room: https://ccsnn.org/pages/dining-room or please, just be kind because all we have is each other.
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Memories and Condolences
for Peter Spence
Stacey Saulsgiver
October 12, 2018
Peggy and Bill,
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all. May your memories bring you comfort.
Love Mike and Stacey
Jane Miller
September 28, 2018
Peggy, Bill and family.....I am so sorry to hear of Peter's passing. Just know I am thinking of you and your family, and wish you comfort and strength during this grieving time of loss.
James Spence
September 28, 2018
Peter's smile and laugh were powerful and welcoming. He was well educated and well read, loved to talk, was willing to listen, and never talked ill of another. Peter's attitude was calm and relaxing and those around him felt calm and relaxed. Peter, you are gone too soon and you will be missed. Rest in Peace Peter. Uncle James and Aunt Ginny
JW Lazzari
September 24, 2018
Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
JW & Cassandra Lazzari
September 23, 2018
My deepest and heartfelt condolences to Peter s family. He was a fine young man whose smile was contagious! Although, I knew him for a brief time, I often thought of him with a smile! And hopeful he was following his dream in life! Jennifer R
September 23, 2018
Peggy I was so sad to hear about your loss. May your memories sustain you and your family through this difficult time. You are in my prayers. God Bless. Kathy Donnelly
Jennie (Fong) Buchanan
September 22, 2018
I still remember the day I met Peter during Freshmen year in Honors Biology at Reed High School. I enjoyed studying with Peter and hanging out with him as we balanced a tough load of advanced classes and running track and cross country together. I am saddened to hear of Peter's passing--he will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to Peter's family and friends.
Maurin "Mo" O'Reilly-Nichols
September 21, 2018
I had the opportunity to meet Peter in elementary school. His mom was our computer instructor. I remember him being one of my best friends then and I will always cherish those times we had. I wish we had gotten the chance to reconnect as adults. He always made me laugh and was one of the kindest people I knew. My heart goes out to the family.
Jenny Nguyen
September 20, 2018
I remember Peter as one of the smartest and kindest fellows during my last two years at UNR. I will never forget him in his red beanie laughing and helping me for homework and studying.
My heart goes out to his friends and family. He will truly be missed.
Kathleen Farley
September 20, 2018
Peggy, Bill & family: I was shocked and sadden to learn of Peter's passing.It never should be this way that a parent must say goodbye to their child first....My heart goes out to all of you during this very sad time. May he rest in peace.
September 19, 2018
My deepest condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. I didn't realize our Maren and your Peter were so close in age. I hope you have comfort in knowing that this is not the end and that there is more to come. Love , Claire Miller
JM De Ocampo
September 19, 2018
Peter and I spent a lot of time in the labs at UNR and he was always a great person to be around. He always had a smile on his face and always kept me smiling. I only remember good times with Peter.
Gavin Gunawardena
September 19, 2018
Peter and I were classmates back at UNR where we spent a lot of time studying and working together on projects. We'd also occasionally meet up for lunch and drinks when we were visiting each other's towns after we graduated. He was a good friend and will be greatly missed.
September 18, 2018
As one of Peter's professors at UNR - always a gentleman - always a kind soul - always thoughtful, always smiling.
I send my heart out to Peter, his good friends, and family.
Michael V. Ekedahl
Erin (Fallehy) Hicks
September 18, 2018
Words escape me. Live and relish in all the beautiful, silly memories shared. Love to you all. Hope to celebrate his life with you soon.
Jeva J.
September 18, 2018
My college memories would be incomplete without Peter. Many long days spent in COBA Lab at UNR Business campus were filled with dedicated study sessions, regrettable food choices, and contagious laughter. Peter was a great friend, resourceful collegemate, and amazing person to be around. I will truly miss talking to him.
John Spence
September 18, 2018
Peter was an amazing person, friend, and brother. He kept us all smiling and laughing at his silly shenanigans. I was so proud of him when he graduated in a field I held near and dear to my own heart. In the later years, his pioneering into the SQL world helped me give some thought as to what my own options were.
I am so happy and fortunate to have had a little brother like him.
September 17, 2018
Peggy and Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Peggy, I'm so sorry.
All my love to you and your family.
Mary Overpeck
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