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Michael Spain Obituary
Mick obtained a Bachelor's degree in English Literature from Notre Dame and a Master's degree in English Literature from Columbia University before venturing into his career in education. Mick taught English at the Colorado School of Mines in Golden Colorado before becoming an English Professor at Arizona Western College where he taught for twenty-six years.
Mick is survived by his loving wife Rose Marie Carter Spain, his three sons Mark Spain, Matthew Spain and Peter Spain; his two daughters Michelle Spain Hinkle and Laura Spain as well as six grandchildren and one stepson with twin grandsons.
In retirement, Mick enjoyed shooting pool and fly fishing as his favorite activities, after football.
There will be no memorial service. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be provided to the Yuma County Humane society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Spain
Dana Hyatt
July 25, 2023
He was a great guy, I always appreciated his kindness and humor.
Michael Stanz
November 17, 2016
I signed up for Freshman English (comp) and had Mr. Spain. Our first assignment was to write about a subject very near and dear to our heart. When I got my paper back, there was more red ink than my original blue ink. I quit his class. Years later, I was selected for jury duty and so was he. I brought up my experience in his class. He explained that was his weeding out process. Classes were crowded and he wanted students who were ready to learn. I wish I had stuck it out. I gained a new respect for the man. Sorry for your loss.
Tim Smith
November 12, 2016
Michelle and Laura,
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing.
During our many years together at Crane School,4H and Yuma High School, your Dad was always a nice guy. I really hope my spelling and punctuation is correct as he was also my English Prof at AWC.
I pray for you both and your families.
November 12, 2016
To the family of Michael,
So sorry for your loss. When someone you love becomes a memory the memory become a treasure so treasure the memory
Matt 5:4,5
BC~
Joanne Branch
November 9, 2016
So sorry, Rosie. I liked him he was a good person.
Cathy
November 9, 2016
Thoughts and prayers for you, Cuz. We come from a long line of strong women. You'll get through this. Just be patient with yourself. Love you.
Adrienne and Robert Rose
November 9, 2016
Our sympathy goes out to you and your family.
Merci Marquez Munoz
November 9, 2016
Laura, Michelle, Pete and family, my deepest condolences. May you find the strength and comfort in each other as you share wonderful memories of your father. When you lose someone very precious, no one else can really know all that you feel but, please know that my thoughts are with you during this time of sorrow.
Marie Foy
November 9, 2016
God bless your heart Rose, I bet Mick and Gary are having more good old times together.
My condolences to you and your family
Dave Hormann
November 9, 2016
My condolences to the Spain family
This is Michelle's favorite image of Mick.
Junior Hinkle
November 9, 2016
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