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Barbara Sprague Obituary
POWNAL, Vt. -- Barbara Sprague, 80, of 227 Valley View Drive, a former longtime resident of Readsboro, died Saturday at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington.
Born in New Rochelle, N.Y., on Jan. 28, 1927, daughter of Russell and Kathleen Davis Hubley, she moved to Monroe, Mass., as a child. She attended schools there and graduated from Drury High School in North Adams, Mass., in 1945.
Mrs. Sprague was a homemaker. At one time, she was employed by the former Deerfield Glassine Co.
She was an active member of Readsboro Baptist Church and a longtime volunteer at North Adams Regional Hospital.
She and her husband, Llewellyn "Skee" Sprague, were married March 22, 1947.
Besides her husband, she leaves two daughters, Christine Hardman of Orleans, Mass., and Bonnie Millis of Ballston Lake, N.Y.; and five grandchildren.
FUNERAL NOTICE -- The funeral for Barbara Sprague, who died Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007, will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. at Readsboro Baptist Church. Burial will take place at a later date. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 4 to 7 p.m. at FLYNN & DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS, West Chapels, 521 West Main St., North Adams, Mass. Memorial donations are suggested to the American Heart Association or to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, both through the funeral home. Mrs. Sprague also leaves two sons-in-law, James Hardman and Glenn Millis; and five grandchildren, Brooke Hardman Ditchfield, Hilary Henning, James C. Hardman, Carrie Babe and Katie Millis.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Sprague
Fran Morrisse
December 8, 2007
Dear Skee,
It has been many years since our Readsboro days but I have fond memories of Barb and please remember that love is forever, sorrow is not. Barb will be sorely missed. God Bless you and your family.
Fran Morrisse Baton Rouge, La
Ron &Laura Fredette
December 6, 2007
Skee,Christine&Jim,Bonnie &Glenn,&families,
Barb was a wonderful friend,and will miss her terribly.I will remember her smile,of which she always had,and her humor.She always made me laugh.Also ,I will remember her as the most caring person,that always was there to lend help&comfort when needed.She was a wonderful friend,and so much more.We will all miss her beans!We hope you know how much we loved her ,take comfort in knowing we share with you in your loss.>She lives on in each of you!Most of all we hope you find comfort in knowing she went on "angels" wings.She will always be with you all,and will always be an "angel" among us all that loved her.
Shelley Bartosewcz-Sanchez
December 5, 2007
Dear Skee and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about Barbara's passing. She was such an elegant lady and always smiling. You two were an adorable couple. I loved it when Barbara and Skee came to visit. My Mom and Dad enjoyed going out dancing with you and Barbara. You and Barbara are a dear people in my heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Little Shelley Barkus(Formerly of North Hill)and Family
Valerie & Pinky Eldred
December 4, 2007
Dear Skee, Christine, Bonnie and families,
How deeply saddened we are to hear of the sudden loss of Barbara. A big void is left in the hearts of many today. She was such a beautiful, kind, generous and fun-loving woman who will be missed. Although we have been away from Vermont for many years we have lots of fond memories of her that we will forever cherish. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all and may you find comfort and peace during this very difficult time.
Lisa Cox
December 4, 2007
Dear Uncle Skee and Family,
When I heard the news today, I immediately felt sorrow. Auntie Barbara was such a special and dear person to all who knew her. Just her prescence made you feel glad to be near. She was so funny and compassionate. A truly remarkable woman. Vermont has lost a silver star, her family has lost a diamond. My memories of her as a child, and as an adult are precious. I am so sorry for your loss. Look to God at this time to ease your pain. Uncle Skee - to your children and grandchildren, my heart felt sympathy.
Heather Sprague
December 4, 2007
To Uncle Skee and family,
I havent seen any of you in quite a while but I wont ever forget my Uncle Skee and Aunt Barbara. I have the fondest memories of you both and especially Aunt Barbara's gum, which was the best when I was a young girl. She was so beautiful I always thought and so kind.I always enjoyed going back over to Readsboro to visit and sometimes I got the treat of going over to Uncle Skee's and Aunt Barabra's to stay the day. Until Gram died I did see you both quite often. I hope you rest in peace Aunt Barbara. I am so sorry to the family because I didnt realize Aunt Barbara was taken away from us so suddenly. I should have kept in better touch and I apologize for that. God bless you all through this difficult time and please know you are all in our thoughts in prayers, especially Uncle Skee who I have never seen without Aunt Barabara by his side. I love you all please know she will be dearly missed
Love,Heather
(Alice's great grandaughter)
Janice Vaughn
December 4, 2007
Uncle Skee and Family,
Our hearts are so sad with Auntie Barbara's passing. We take comfort in knowing she is in a better place. Memories are with us all forever. It was Auntie Barbara who introduced " Where's Waldo?" and "Round and round the chicken coop" to our son Wesley, some 16 years ago, and the laughter and fun times that came with ya'll's visits here in Georgia. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in the coming days.
Janice and Dwayne Vaughn
Augusta, Georgia
June VanOrman King
December 4, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peggy McKinnon
December 4, 2007
Uncle Skee,
I only want to remember the happy times. And there were so many of them. The summers at Hampton Beach, with Christine and Jim, Bonnie and Glenn sleeping in their cars or on the porch. You and Auntie Barbara were always such fun and so kind to my Vicki and Charlie. I will never forget Auntie Barbara's "snorty" little laugh. I love you all and grive with you in this sad and sudden loss.
Nancy Bullett
December 4, 2007
Dear Skee and family,
I was deeply saddened to learn of Barb's sudden passing. I have very many fun and warm memories of her. As a neighbor on the hill, a fellow hospital employee and as a physical therapist. Mostly, I will remember Barb's beautiful smile and warm presence. I will miss her very much. Skee, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
with love and prayers,
Jan Brown
December 4, 2007
Skeefozo:
I am so sorry to learn of Barbara's passing. I have always loved seeing you both and feeling so welcomed by you and Barbara. Her quick wit and fabulously funny facial expressions will be remembered by her "other" daughter.
I pray that you know the comfort of God as you experience this difficult loss.
Jane and Don Boyd
December 3, 2007
Dear Skee and family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss--and a big loss it is. I will always renenber Barbara, not only as one of the most beautiful women, but also one of the kindest. She was nice to everyone. She made people feel special and important. She left an impression on those she came in contact with. " She walked the talk." The apirit of The Lord and Christianity shown through her in her physical beauty and beaming personality. Skee--you and Barbara made a handsome couple--admired by many. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this dark time. May it be of some comfort to realize others feel and care--and to know she is in a "better place". Memories will keep her alive in your hearts. With Sympathy and Much Love,
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