DINO ANTHONY SPEZIALE

Condolences & Memories (26 entries)

• Dino and I worked together at HP and HPE for a long time and retired within a few months of each other and as co-workers do lost touch. Very sad to see that he didn't get to enjoy retirement for long -- he deserved a lot more time. He was a great business partner, a determined and dogged opponent to bureaucratic stupidity. His sense of humour was boundless. Any time I was really frustrated with employment, co-workers, management... I could count on him for a different and usually hilarious take on the situation. - Posted by: Ken Marchant (Former Colleague) on: Oct 19, 2022

• Nancy, our hearts are aching for you and your family. Dino was a wonderful man and you glowed with his love. - Posted by: Cherie Hunchak (Friend) on: Nov 17, 2019

• Hi Nancy and Family: I am so sorry to hear about Dino’s passing. Dino and I worked in the Department of Labour in the 1990’s. Dino was a fiercely loyal man who could figure out things ahead of us all which I think was at times frustrating for him. He always gave more than 100% of himself in anything he did. I can still see him with hunched shoulders, dark eyebrows furrowed glasses half way up his nose, looking from side to side then breaking into a wide grin. Dino was a large unforgettable presence who loved his family very much and I am sorry he has left us so early. My heartfelt condolences are sent you - Posted by: Nighean Anderson (Friend and colleague) on: Oct 27, 2019

• My sincere condolences Nancy to you and your family on the loss of your dear husband Dino. - Posted by: Ingrid Downey (Former co-worker of Nancy) on: Oct 25, 2019

• My sincere condolences to Nancy and family. I had the pleasure of working with Dino for a number of years. Dino’s love for his family and his dogs shone through on many occasions. Dino’s sense of humour was matched only by his integrity and his commitment to always doing the right thing. Whenever I think of Dino I smile. So very sorry for your loss Nancy. - Posted by: Ian Calderwood (Colleague) on: Oct 14, 2019

• I am so sorry for your loss Nancy! My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time! - Posted by: Louise Rougeau (Former co-worker of Nancy) on: Oct 11, 2019

• Sorry for your loss Nancy,Samantha & family. My brother will be missed as well as the phone calls will be missed. Rest Dino you have gone through a lot this past year. - Posted by: Rosa Speck (Sister) on: Oct 10, 2019

• Dino will truly be missed. He was an awesome friend and a great person to work with. As I draft this, I can remember times Dino and Nancy would open their home to me during the holidays. The Christmas decorations were 1st class and those dogs were just amazing. I can truly say he was a friend, but even more he was someone that had a special place in my development. Never will forget him, or all that he did for my growth while at Hewlett Packard. Sleep well my friend. Darrell Tucker HP (Atlanta, Georgia USA) - Posted by: Darrell Tucker (College and more importantly Friend) on: Oct 10, 2019

• I worked with Dino during his time at Hewlett Packard. He was a great colleague, generous mentor, and I learned from his experience. He always had a colorful story to tell. My sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Tony Allan (Colleague) on: Oct 10, 2019

• My heartfelt condolences. Dino will always be in our hearts and memories. May the memories of his wonderful personality and many contributions be celebrated by all. - Posted by: Soma Upadhyayula (Co-worker at Bell MTS) on: Oct 10, 2019

• Of course so sorry to hear of Dino's passing and our thoughts are with you and family Nancy. I always enjoyed some good humour in conversations with Dino and enjoyed our repertoire. Keep well, Rob & Susan Murdoch - Posted by: Robert Murdoch (Life Long Co-worker with Nancy) on: Oct 09, 2019

• My heartfelt condolences to Nancy and family. I worked with Dino for many years at MTS. Dino was both a colleague and a trusted friend. I truly enjoyed our spirited discussions. He will be missed. - Posted by: Suroj Budhu (Co-worker) on: Oct 09, 2019

• Dear Nancy, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Lots of hugs from your IG friends! - Posted by: Heather Cabral (Former co-worker of Nancy.) on: Oct 07, 2019

• My condolences to Nancy and the entire Speziale family. Dino was a client of mine and we jointly worked on the Better Systems Initiative at the Province of Manitoba. He was passionate about what BSI meant for the government and that passion fueled everyone's excitement on the results that could be achieved. He was interested in all the project team members personally and professionally - and I really respected his approach. He was never afraid of tackling an issue and was always up for a lively argument. I have not seen him in many years, but have spent the past few days recalling some famous Dino-moments with a smile and saying a prayer for him and the entire family. Rest in Peace Dino. You will be missed. - Posted by: Beth Bell (He was a client) on: Oct 07, 2019

• I am truly sorry for your loss. I would like to offer you and your family my deepest and most sincere condolences and may the soul of Dino rest in peace. My condolences to you and your family on the passing of Dino . May our prayers ease you through this difficult time. Lotfi - Posted by: Abdellatif Dhraief (Collegue) on: Oct 07, 2019

• I worked for many years with Dino while he was contracted to MTS. He was a man of great humour and hard work and I considered him a close friend. He spoke often of his love for Nancy and Samantha and his desire to ensure a bright future for both of them. He will be deeply missed. RIP Dino, I know you are watching down on your family with love. - Posted by: Cheryl Lovallo (Co worker) on: Oct 07, 2019

• Dino was always extremely loyal to his friends and regardless of the circumstances was always positive and worked hard at finding solid solutions. He was a very caring man and would go out of his way to help others. Although I left Manitoba about 7 years ago, Dino continued to make the effort to stay in touch and whenever he called he always had an encouraging word for me. He was energetic and thoughtful, caring and kind. I will greatly miss Dino as will all of his friends and family. Rest in peace my friend - Posted by: Jon Klassen (Friend) on: Oct 07, 2019

• We are so sorry for your loss. Please take some solace in the fact that we never truly die as our loved ones live on in our memories that are stored in our hearts. - Posted by: Conan family (friends) on: Oct 06, 2019

• Sincere Condolences to Dino's Family. - Posted by: Ken Crich (Worked with Dino at MTS/BELL) on: Oct 06, 2019

• Dino and I worked together for many years - First in the Manitoba Department of Labor followed by "Service First" which was a public service improvement program out of the Premier's office. Working with Dino was never dull. He challenged those around him to think big, to think excellence, to think innovativley. He worked harder than most people - seldom missing a deadline (and never an important one). He was well known for his habit of gathering cold, hard facts and data to use in arguments to stimulate better systems in the public service (he kept all of this in what we called "Dino's briefcase of Death" to those who, to their detriment, chose to argue with him!). When neither of us could tame or change bureaucratic inertia we both moved on. At HP he seemed to find the place that recognized his passion and talents. He deserved a longer retirement for sure. - Posted by: John Cumberford (friend and colleague) on: Oct 06, 2019

• I got to know Dino back in the early 80s when he was living with family in EK and we both took the bus in the morning downtown to Investors Group. Dino was a friendly, kind and charasmatic guy. I enjoyed our visits. Sending my sincerest condolences to Nancy and her family at this sad time. Judy Borus - Posted by: Judy Borus (Friend) on: Oct 05, 2019

• Nancy and Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of Dino. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Take care. - Posted by: Bill Young (Former Co-worker of Nancy) on: Oct 05, 2019

• Heartfelt condolences to Ted (Black) and family at this most difficult time. - Posted by: Brenda (Krystia) Conley (friend of the family) on: Oct 05, 2019

• Dino was a good man and was always willing to help us out with our work up in Winnipeg at MTS. He truly cared for both his customers and his teammates and we could tell he cared for his family and his dogs. He will be missed and my condolences to his family and friends. Sincerely, Stan Chu Toronto - Posted by: Stanley Chu (Worked with Dino at HP/MTS in Winnipeg) on: Oct 05, 2019

• Nancy, thinking of you and your family and sending you our love. Dino was always a welcoming face and we will miss him greatly. Hugs Nancy😢 - Posted by: Layna Reed and Rowan (Friend) on: Oct 05, 2019

• Condolences to Auntie Nancy and your family. Thinking of you. Uncle Dino will be missed. - Posted by: Tracy, Carla, Liliana, Nadia Speck (Nephew ) on: Oct 05, 2019