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Founder of Stop Propeller Injuries Now (SPIN) and a true champion for many, many years advocating the use of engine cutoff switches and other measures to mitigate propeller strike injuries, Marion Irving deCruz died after a battle with cancer.

She was affectionately known as, Emilio’s Mom.

Last year, she was honored with a prestigious U.S. Coast Guard award for her years of service to the boating safety community. Read About The Boating Safety Work of Marion Irving deCruz