Nena Spirt, 80, a long-time Livingston resident, died Tuesday, June 19, at Saint Barnabas Medical Center. A graveside service was held on Monday, June 25, at King Solomon Cemetery, Clifton. Arrangements were under the direction of the Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel, Livingston. Born in Managua, Nicaragua, Mrs. Spirt grew up in Manila, the Philippines, before immigrating to the U.S. She was married to Nathan Spirt until his death in 2009. She was a research biochemist for Hoffmann-La Roche, Nutley. She is survived by her daughters, Melissa and her husband, David, and Melinda and her husband, Scott, and five grandchildren. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested that donations be made to the New Jersey Sharing Network, 691 Central Avenue, New Providence, NJ 07974.