She was born in Cleveland, the daughter of the late William Dennis and Teresa Tinnaro Dennis. She is the beloved wife of Stephen G. Spehar; loving mother of Stephen Jr. (Christina), Scott, David (Jennifer) and Shannon (Scott, deceased) Cooley; cherished grandmother of Kathleen (Joseph) Heckert, Christopher Spehar (Katrina Merkle), Desiree Spehar, Nicholas Spehar, David Spehar Jr. (Alexa Pettier), Dominique Spehar, Abigail Reeder, Allison Reeder, Charlie Cooley (Jacob Frederick), James Cooley (Macy McBrien), Matthew Cooley, Olivia Cooley and Scott Cooley, Jr.; adored great-grandmother of Elijah, Emmalynn, Eleanor, Coleman, Aurora, Opal and Wesley; dear sister of Luanna Francis (deceased) and Dianna (Richard) Brogan; loving aunt of many.
Nancy was a hardworking woman who took on an array of different jobs; a flight attendant, a receptionist, a Sunday school teacher, and what she was probably best known for, a baker. She made many cakes that appeared at weddings, christenings, and birthdays. The job that she took on which would leave the biggest impression however, was that of a wife and mother. Her strong will and determination to achieve whatever goals she had without compromising her morals was taught and passed down to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She also unwittingly taught those around her to love with all your heart and spread that love onto everyone. Her great love with her husband Stephen, inspired all that got to witness it. Many would say they have never seen any love that true, and it was impossible not to be entranced by their connection after just minutes of experiencing it. God decided it was time to call one of his most beautiful creations home, but she will never be forgotten. Her boundless beauty, grace, determination, and love is something that will not fade. Nancy touched the souls of everyone she met, and left an imprint that will last an eternity.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 24, 2019 from 4PM-8PM at the Craciun Funeral Home, 14925 E. Bagley Rd., Middleburg Heights, where funeral services will be celebrated on Friday at 11AM. Committal services to follow at Sunset Memorial Park in North Olmsted. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve Contributions, 17876 St. Clair Ave., Cleveland 44110
