Robert E. Sprague Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Robert E. Sprague of Paris, Illinois, whose life came to an end on October 24, 2025 at the age of 98, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Norman Ellsworth and Edith Sprague (Williamson); his daughter Robin Sprague Anderson; and his siblings, Bill Sprague and Carolyn Mills.
He is survived by: his wife Alice Jacobsen; and his children, Jeff Sprague (Diana) of Lakeland, Florida, Mark Sprague (Laurie) of Bloomington, Illinois, Brian Sprague (Liz) of Ballwin, Missouri and Peggy Bange (Ray) of Hamilton, Ohio. He is also survived by thirteen grandchildren; thirty great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 9th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Templeton Funeral Home - Paris (600 E Court St, Paris, IL 61944). A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 10th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Presbyterian Church (241 W Court St, Paris, IL 61944).
For those who wish, the family suggests that memorials be made to the Honor Flight Network, Paris Rotary Club, or a charity of the donor's choice.
