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Gavin Sprague Obituary

Gavin Charles Sprague, born October 6, 2007 returned to his Father in Heaven on September 22, 2008. He was such a special spirit and the light of his family; parents Andre & Bethany Sprague and siblings Joenick & Evienne. His sweet smile & pretty eyes won over the hearts of everyone he met. His grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins feel privileged to have been able to love him. Although his time on earth was short, his family takes solace in knowing that he touched so many of the lives around him. We know that we will be together as a family again someday. His story will live on at www.giftforgavin.org. Visitation will be Saturday, September 27, 2008 at 10:00 am, followed by funeral services at 11:30 am. at the LDS Mesa Central Stake Center, 925 N. Harris, Mesa, AZ 85203. Arrangements handled by Bunker's Garden Chapel, 480-964-8686.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Sep. 26, 2008.

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Marian Reidhead

October 16, 2008

Andre and Bethany and family, you have been in our thoughts and prayers so much, and I just wanted to let you know that we love you and feel the loss of Gavin. We know he is in a better place, but realize that missing him is one of the most difficult things to deal with. May you continue to have faith and feel our Heavenly Father's comfort and love.

Christine McSweeney

October 7, 2008

Dearest Bethany, Andre and Family,
Little Gavin will forever be in my heart...
and you will forever be in my thoughts and prayers.
May God bless and keep you in His loving care.
Christine McSweeney (Australia)

Michelle Lindemann

October 6, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers daily. No parents should have to suffer the loss of a child, I can't imagine your pain. May God bring you comfort and peace everyday.

Doug, Marie, Steven and Troy Sprague

October 4, 2008

Andre and Bethany and kids,
Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you. Gavin's short stay on earth has been a blessing not only for us, but for the entire world. We send you our love and continued support.

love,
Uncle Doug, Aunt Marie, Steven and Troy Sprague

Rebecca and Randy Newcomer

October 3, 2008

We are thinking of you all. We love you.

Jess and Valerie Aguinaga

October 3, 2008

We never met Gavin, but we feel like we have. How blessed you are to get to have him in your family. We followed his story closely, and prayed for him often. And we now pray that you find comfort and peace in knowing that he is in the good and loving hands of our Heavenly Father. He was definitely one of the most valiant spirits and he came to this world to touch the lives of many. In due time you will be re-united and we can only imagine the overwhelming joy and excitement that you will feel when that time comes.

Jamie Hunte

October 1, 2008

We are so sorry for your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathy, and know that we are here to support you any way we can.

- Alpha-1 Foundation Staff
www.alphaone.org

Nancy & Richard Martinez

September 30, 2008

Gavin's story will live forever in the hearts of all who were blessed to be touched by his life. Thank you for sharing him with us. We will miss his sweet smile, his beautiful eyes and his strong spirit.
You will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Mackey

September 30, 2008

You have such a sweet little boy. My mother has been keeping me updated on baby Gavin for a while and your family was never far from my thoughts. May our Heavenly father bless you and your family with peace until you can be together with him again.

Desiree Thomas

September 30, 2008

Your sweet little boy will forever be in my heart. May you be carried when you feel too weak to go on. Know how many people are praying for you and your family. Gavin will live forever through you and I know you will be together again. God bless you all.

Cyndi Scheffert

September 30, 2008

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.

Nanci DiNicolo

September 30, 2008

I feel privliged to have met Gavin. He is an inspiration and we all should remember just how precious each moment we have with family, friends co-workers etc. God speed lil man.
God Bless you all. Nanci D (ICRC)

Blair Colby

September 29, 2008

Baby angel Gavin ~

You touched my heart more than you will ever know. Look after all the liver babies here and in Heaven. Be at peace little one.

Bonnie J Weissman

September 29, 2008

I just learned about Gavin on the MUA website of which Gavin's mom is a member. I am so sorry for your terrible loss; as a mom of two healthy girls, I feel even more blessed. Please know I will pray for you and your family to find comfort in the coming weeks and months as you mourn Gavin, one of God's newest little angels.

Brett and Meredith Lee

September 29, 2008

Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time.

Mark & Brenda Stevens

September 27, 2008

Andre & Bethany,
We were so sorry to hear about the passing of your beautiful son. Take comfort in knowing you will be with him again.
Our prayers are with you at this time.

With love,

Jamie Carter

September 27, 2008

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Megan Nielsen

September 26, 2008

I'm so sorry. Gavin was and is an angel
My thoughts and prayers are with your family
love and hugs, Megan (tannersmom)

Patrisha Renz

September 26, 2008

All my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you on the passing of your precious little boy Gavin.

Terri & Anthony Ortega

September 26, 2008

May you find comfort in the Good Lord during this most difficult time. Gavin is now your guardian angel, may he rest in peace.

jennifer s

September 26, 2008

i am so sorry to hear about the loss of your baby boy. my son is the same age and just to imagine what you are going through is very tough. he is with the Lord now. so find comfort and knowing you as a family were never alone while you were going through ur situation. the Lord has him in his arms rite now and your son is pain free with a brand new body. Thank you Jesus. you will be with him one day. and i pray the Lord gives you peace and puts his arms around all of you during this time. again i'm sorry i can't imagine your pain. he was the cutest boy ever. the Lord needed him for some reason and he only knows the reason. you will be in prayers.

Judith Soleyn

September 26, 2008

I fell in love with your son just by viewing his picture and was moved to tears reading his story on the web-site. I am so truly sorry for your loss. Know that it is not God's will for anyone to experience such pain. Revelation 21:3-5

From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes

September 26, 2008

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

Marina Gonzales

September 26, 2008

I am sorry for your loss. Your story has touched the lives of me and my two children. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Marina, Mariah & Braden

Diane Hermosillo

September 26, 2008

I didn't know him, but I wanted to say to the family that my thoughts and prayers are with you . I can't imagine losing a child, but GOD will give you the strength that you need to get through it. GOD bless you..

September 26, 2008

We send our love and prayers to your family at this time and in the days ahead. You all fought the good fight. Please accept our deep sympathy. Love Lila, Waldo & Georgia Rogers

Traci Lindsey

September 26, 2008

We love you guys and are so sad that we won't be there for you tomorrow. Gavin has touched our lives so much. Thank you for letting us get to know him better.

Pam Fuller

September 26, 2008

Andre and Bethany,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Love,
Byde and Pam Fuller

September 26, 2008

What a beautiful baby boy. I did not know him but my daughter did and loved him dearly. His smile touched those around him. To know that he has returned back to be with his Father in Heaven and not suffer anymore is such a comfort. My prayers go out to your family.

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