Marilyn Rose "Ci Ci" Spina
February 10, 2016
Marilyn “Ci Ci” Rose Spina, 78, passed away Wednesday, February 10, 2016 at Trinity Center at Luther Park after a 2 ½ year illness. Marilyn was born July 3, 1937 to James and Laura Spina. She had been a lifelong resident of Des Moines.
Marilyn graduated from St. Joseph Academy High School. She worked for Polk County in various positions retiring from the Polk County Assessor’s Office after 37 years of public service. She also was a former member of Des Moines Water Works Board and the board of Optometry Examiners. Marilyn loved to travel, enjoyed card games, socializing, and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed being involved in the political arena where she excelled with her personality. Above all, her greatest joy was meeting and becoming friends with anyone that crossed her path. Her personality was unique and captivating, making her closest friends loyal until the end. If you had a cause that needed support, Marilyn was there for you. Some of her greatest loves included her church and her nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, who will cherish loving memories of her.
Marilyn was preceded into eternal life by her beloved parents; and her brother, Joseph Spina.
She is survived by her brother, Larry Spina; sisters-in-law, Mary Spina and Betty Spina; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2016 at All Saints Catholic Church, 650 NE 52nd Avenue, Des Moines. Family will hold a visitation from 9 to 11 a.m. with Mass at 11 a.m., followed by a lunch. Private burial will take place at Glendale Cemetery next to her parents resting place.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Joyce Hansen James
02/13/2016
We
were both so young when we met. Marilyn was proud and happy with her life. She loved her family and was loyal to her friends. R.I.P my friend
Mary Ann Ludwig
02/13/2016
I was happy to have been in Marilyn's class at SJA. She was always a live wire, interested in people and many causes. You have my prayers and sympathy. May she rest in peace.
Rosemary DeFino Brady
02/13/2016
I am so very sorry for your loss. Marilyn was a good friend to my family. We had a lot of fun through the years. My Mom, Mary DeFino just loved Mare. I'm sure they are partying in Heaven! Rest in peace dear friend...Sincerely, Rosemary
Honora Kirvin
02/11/2016
My condolences - Marilyn was one of the best friends I ever had.
Nicki Savage
02/11/2016
Marilyn was truly a treasure. She will be deeply missed. Sending sincere condolences to the Spina family.
Sandra Coppola-Losh
02/11/2016
I feel so blessed to have had you in my life! Thanks for the Memories. I will smile when I think of all the good times we spent together.
Vince DeAngelis
02/10/2016
Heaven will never be the same!
I will miss you Mare.
Michael and Dorothy
02/10/2016
We love you Marilyn and will miss you dearly.