Ana Martinez-Lage died January 15, 2013 after a long and heroic battle with cancer. Born in Pamplona, Spain, on September 8, 1963, she was the second of eight children. A gifted teacher and scholar of language pedagogy, Ana received her PhD. from Penn State University in 1992. She then taught at George Mason University. She arrived as a member of the Spanish and Portuguese department at Middlebury College in 1996. She received tenure in 2002, was promoted to full professor in 2011 and served in many administrative roles as well, including Assistant Dean of the Language Schools. She was honored as Professor Emerita when her illness required her to retire from her active professional life. Her research and curricular development were nationally recognized; in particular, she was a pioneer in the development of digital language learning materials. Ana was known on campus as an invaluable resource for all language faculty. She was a generous colleague and mentor who left an indelible mark on the Middlebury College community. Her dedication to nurturing colleagues and junior faculty even in the midst of her illness was remarkable. She had a deep love of languages and, most of all, loved teaching language to others. Teaching was an essential part of Anas life, and her classroom was a space that brought her and her students much happiness. She made language learning an adventure--for her children, her friends, and herself. Ana lived with passion and integrity, devoting energy to causes she cared about deeply. For several years, she was among the top fundraisers and most active advocates for cancer research through Relay For Life, giving a powerful and inspiring speech at the Middlebury Relay in 2011. She loved fine food, music, and the performing arts, especially when shared with good friends. Anas circle of close and loving friends was large. Nothing made her happier than lively conversation with interesting people around a table spread with a wonderful meal. As committed and passionate as Ana was about her professional life, her deepest love and highest commitment were to her family, most especially her beloved daughters, who were her joy. She was actively engaged in their activities, and made swim meets, music lessons, and school trips her priorities. She was wholeheartedly invested in their school communities Aurora School and North Branch Schoolwhich became extended families for them all. Ana is survived by her daughters Amalia and Marina Herren-Lage; her father Jos Manuel Martnez Lage; her siblings Pablo, Pedro, Juan, Jaime, Mara and Beln Martnez-Lage; her four nephews, ten nieces, and a large loving family of relatives and friends. A celebration of her life was held at Mead Chapel, Middlebury College, on Saturday, January 19. Interment will be in the Cathedral of Pamplona, Spain at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of Sanderson-Ducharme Funeral Home. Donations in memory of Ana Martinez-Lage may be made to the American Cancer Society through Middlebury College Relay For Life, on her personal page online or at 1-800-227-2345.