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for Cyrus SPURLINO
Stephen C Martaus
November 22, 2023
Deepest condolences to Joanne and the Spurlino family on this anniversary of Cy's passing. He was a generous humanitarian in every sense of the word. He supported our organization, the Early Childhood Council, which allowed us in turn to provide children with laptops, families with food and staff with new resources among other things. May he rest in peace in God's hands.
Early Childhood Council (ECC)
Ana Paula Tavares, CEO
February 10, 2023
On behalf of our board and staff at Save the Chimps, we extend our condolences to Joanne, the Spurlino family, and all who knew Cy. Through his kindness and generosity he lifted the lives of so many, and we are deeply grateful for his commitment to the sanctuary and the rescued chimpanzees in our care. His lifelong dedication to making the world a better place for all was exemplary, and we are honored to be a part of his lasting and impactful legacy.
R. Martin
December 15, 2022
Condolences to the Spurlino family. Mr Spurlino with his philanthropy provided S. Hillsborough County with a beautiful facility in the Spurlino YMCA where young children learn to swim, learn leadership, learn sports, and where young adults and seniors get their fitness and learn and practice the values of the Y.
Melissa Erickson
December 7, 2022
I want to express my personal and professional condolences to Joanne and the entire Spurlino family. Cy and Joanne's commitment to the community is a true inspiration to so many. Cy's good humor, compassion, generosity and intellectual curiosity was inspiring from the first day I met him. I truly enjoyed talking about education, especially STEM programs and community schools, with him as they were a particular passion of his. His advocacy and philanthropy will have a lasting impact on so many children and families.
Jennifer Kuhn
December 5, 2022
Joanne and Spurlino Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Cyrus' generosity and care has impacted the lives of so many people across Tampa Bay and beyond. I am comforted knowing that his legacy will continue through that tremendous impact. I offer my sincere condolences to all his bereaved. We at Mary Lee's House consider ourselves truly lucky to have known him and he will be missed.
Bobbi N Davis
December 2, 2022
Cy was a true gentleman. His kindness and authenic caring has helped to make our community a better place. We will miss his bright spirit and smile but remember his generosity.
Stephen Martaus
December 1, 2022
So sorry to hear of Cy's passing. Prayers and blessings to Joanne and the entire Spurlino Family.
Steve Martaus and the Early Childhood Council family.
David Taylor
November 30, 2022
Joanne, Mike and family,
All of us at the Dayton Early College Academy would like to extend our deepest sympathies on the loss of your husband, father, and all around great man. He and your family's generosity have played such a large part in changing the lives of so many children in Dayton and we are truly grateful. He will be greatly missed.
With warm regards,
David Taylor,
DECA Superintendent
Mindy Murphy
November 30, 2022
Cy was a kind-hearted and thoughtful person who touched so many lives with his generosity and caring. I am deeply sorry for your loss, Joanne, and send hugs and prayers to you, his kids, grandkids, great grandkids, and close friends as you grieve.
Ronna Kennedy
November 30, 2022
I´ll never forget meeting Cy at McDonald´s for the first time. He was kind and generous; he knew I was nervous. I asked him to take a leap of faith with me to support a program that others couldn´t quite wrap their head around. Together, we worked through details and created something wonderful. It was the single largest donation I had ever asked for and it allowed us to expand our courthouse facility dog program, changing the lives of hundreds of children along the way. I loved hearing his stories as much as I loved getting his advice. He quietly, gracefully, made the world a better place and I will miss him.
Ronna Kennedy
Ayla Zamangil, CARE
November 30, 2022
Joanne and Diana, I am so sorry for the monumental loss of Cy. I count myself as extremely lucky to have had so many incredible conversations with you all over the years and can't tell you how much your personal generosity has meant to so many women and girls around the world. I will be keeping the entire Spurlino family in my prayers as you all navigate this tremendous grief.
Ann W. Madsen
November 30, 2022
Joanne and Diana,
All of us at the Centre for Women are so incredibly sad to hear about Cy's passing. We feel honored to have known him. He was such a rare individual who cared deeply about helping to make lives better. His legacy reaches far across Tampa Bay. He has a special place in our hearts at the Centre for Women. Heartfelt condolences to everyone in The Spurlino Family.
Mark Redmond
November 30, 2022
I am director of a small nonprofit in Vermont that helps homeless teenagers. I wrote a column in Forbes magazine in 2004 that Cy read and he sent us a check for several thousand dollars with a note that read, "We little guys need to stick together." He and Joanne have been donating faithfully to us ever since. I flew to FL to finally meet them in 2016 and I am so glad I did. Godspeed Cy, I am grateful for all you did for us and for countless others who are trying to make a difference in this world.
Peter Clark, Tampa Bay Watch
November 30, 2022
Joanne, Diana and the Spurlino Family
We were all very sad to hear the news of Cy's passing. I only knew Cy for a few short years, but I know he was truly committed to our community and supported so many wonderful programs. I am thankful that Tampa Bay Watch was one of them.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family,
Peter
Gary Myers
November 30, 2022
My heart goes out to Joanne and the family on the passing of Cy, a beloved husband and father. He had many friends and will long be remembered.
The thirteen years I worked at Westroc in Utah were the highlight of my career. We had a great management team and Cy was the head of it. His honesty and integrity were refreshing, and his interest in charitable causes was inspiring. He was a businessman with a heart of gold and a joy to work for, but more importantly, he was a friend. He will be missed by all of us.
Cary Stiff
November 30, 2022
My heart breaks for the loss of Cy. Joanne I´m thinking of you and just learned this sadly through Chi Chi´s. I will cherish the times we spent together and all that was learned from you both. The way you both helped and really care inspires me to this day. Our lunches with the sisters you helped for so many years bring a smile to my face. I wish peace and joy for you and the family. With much love always, Cary Stiff, retired CEO Chi Chi Rodriguez Youth Foundation
Samantha Mellen
November 30, 2022
Joanne, Diana and Family
We're so sorry for your loss, and thinking of you during this difficult time. Cy, Joanne and the Family Foundation have improved the lives of so many not only here at A Kid's Place but throughout our entire community. Sending hugs and prayers
Audrey Garrison
November 30, 2022
Joanne and family and close friends
Cy was such a kind gentleman. Always wanting to help. He will be sorely missed in many communities and in multiple ways. The thoughts and prayers are with you all from the staff and board of Operation Catnip. You have been instrumental in our growth in impact and we will be forever grateful.
Audrey Garrison
Jose Garcia
November 30, 2022
Joanne, Diana and Spurlino Family
On behalf of Rebuilding Together Tampa Bay's Board of Directors and staff our more sincere condolence to you all. Mr. Cy, Joanne and The Spurlino Foundation had been a supporter, over the years, of our efforts to help homeowners and preserve homeownership in the Tampa Bay area. We are truly sorry.
Please let us know if we can help in any way during this difficult time.
Jose Garcia
Executive Director
Meg Lowman
November 30, 2022
Dear JoAnne and family,
I heard the news of Cy´s passing all the way from Africa, and send my greatest sympathy. Cy was an inspiration to me ( and many others) over the decades I was so fortunate to know him. Please accept my condolences and know that many trees will be both saved and planted as his legacy.
Kris Porter
November 29, 2022
What an incredible loss to the world in the passing of Mr Spurlino. Though you and Owls Nest have only known each other a short time, I learned so much about the incredible love and respect to the Environment and Animal world which also drives myself and all of my volunteers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, he truly has a very special place in Heaven and I personally will never forget what you did for my Sanctuary. May you rest in Peace
Thanks again... Love Kris Porter and all of Owls Nest Sanctuary for Wildlife
Vicki Sokolik
November 29, 2022
Joanne, Diana and all the Spurlino Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Cy was an incredible man with an enormous heart. I know his legacy will live on by all the people he touched. I am happy to help in any way you need. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicki Sokolik
Edie Dopking
November 29, 2022
Dear Joanne & Spurlino Family,
Please know how much all of us here at Quantum Leap Farm are saddened by Cy´s passing. We´re thinking of all of you, and wishing you peace and so many happy memories to help ease the pain of your loss.
Huge hugs, Edie & QLF
Angela Beers
November 29, 2022
Sorry for your loss. May the memories of Cy help to heal your hearts.
Angela Beers
Lisa Babb
November 29, 2022
Cy and his family have significantly supported our non-profit, 4C for Children. Their heart and focus around early learners is motivating to so many around them! Cy will be missed in the early childhood space in Ohio! Praying for you all as you grieve this loss.
Gregory Reece
November 29, 2022
Cy had the great ability through his teaching to raise people to greater heights. He will be missed by all those he helped and moved forward through his companies. One of his greatest joys was at the annual Christmas party and sharing gifts with all his employees.
Gregory Reece
Kelly Hodges
November 29, 2022
Cy was an amazing man who made the world better through his kind and generous spirit. I was blessed to have met him. May Joanne and his family find some peace in knowing his legacy lives on. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Donna McBride
November 29, 2022
Cy will live on in our hearts and in our way of life because he was a community champion, a great humanitarian, and a teacher of charity. Our hearts and prayers go out to Joanne and the family. Please know that we are all here for you as you grieve, and we pray that you will be comforted by many wonderful memories.
Mary Taylor
November 29, 2022
My deepest condolences to you, Joanne, and to all who loved Cy. It was truly an honor to have known him. The children we serve have benefitted so much from your and Cy's generosity and kind spirits. Around the world countless kids and their communities are better off, and that positive impact will continue through generations. I am praying for you Joanne, your family, and all who mourn.
Peace,
Mary Taylor
The Children´s Home Network
November 29, 2022
Joanne, John, Michael, James, Jennifer and Carolyn. May you find solace in knowing that Cy will never be forgotten and his memory will live forever in the hearts of the children he helped heal.
Dawn Schulman
November 29, 2022
Our OASIS Opportunities family sends our heartfelt condolences to Joanne and all of the Spurlino family. Cy's kind heart and caring spirit showed through all his philanthropic work in the community. That spirit will be seen for many years to come through the successes of the many children who have benefited from his and Joanne's generosity. Sending our thoughts and support to Joanne as the family celebrates his beautiful life.
Emily Benham
November 29, 2022
Cy was an extraordinary individual and philanthropist who did so much for our community. Sending our heartfelt thoughts to Joanne and his family. His legacy will live on.
DeDe Grundel
November 29, 2022
To Joanne, the entire Spurlino family, and extended family - I am sincerely sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. How fortunate we all are to have lived within Cy Spurlino's sphere of influence. He actively engaged in a life of true altruism. So many lives were impacted for the better by every act of philanthropy Cy bestowed on his community. Families flourished, children were safer, and the world became a brighter place because of him. It was a privilege to even know him.
"No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another." -Charles Dickens
Clara Reynolds
November 29, 2022
My heart and thoughts go to Joanne and the rest of the family. We are all so honored to have known Cy. Joanne, please know we are all here for you when you are ready.
Sarah Combs
November 29, 2022
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends, Cy was certainly one of a kind and will be missed by all that knew his kind spirit.
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