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2014
Morley Sprague Obituary
Morley Reed Sprague II (Reed), 59, returned to our loving Heavenly Father on Thursday June 5, 2014 at his home in Kaysville, Utah surrounded by his loving family. His family grieves his loss, but is grateful that his 20-year struggle with MS has ended and that he no longer suffers from his afflictions. He endured the pain with dignity, strength, and a smile on his face, inspiring those around him with his positive attitude.
He was born March 24, 1955 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Morley and Vaniece Sprague. An active member of the LDS Church, he served a mission in Sydney, Australia. On June 27, 1980, he married the love of his life, Cheryl Morgan, in the Salt Lake City, Utah LDS Temple. He was a hard worker and loved learning, a trait he received from his father, and passed on to his children. He had a keen interest in chemistry and environmental geology. He had many talents, including his love of cooking.
Reed is survived by his grieving wife, Cheryl; his children, Morley (Virginia), Adelaide (Steven); and Ashton; grandchildren Aurora, Cassie, Kaili, and, Ezra. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Hope. Also surviving are his parents, and siblings Ruthann (Henry), Damon, and Collin (Rose).
Reed loved his children and grandchildren. He had a special relationship with each of them, and they will greatly miss him. He loved genealogy work, and loved the outdoors - especially camping, hiking, and being in the water. He also enjoyed making those around him happy, and always had a quick smile and great joke. We love you, Papa. We miss you already.
Reed's family would like to show their appreciation to Dr. Mary Parsons and South Davis Home Health and Hospice.
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday June 14, 2014 at 10:00 A.M., at the Kaysville Utah West Stake Center (270 W Burton Lane, Kaysville, UT). A viewing will be held Friday June 13, 2014 from 6:00 P.M to 8:00 P.M. at the Kaysville Utah West Stake Center, and on Saturday from 8:30 A.M. to 9:45 A.M., prior to the services. Interment will be at the Kaysville City Cemetery (500 E Crestwood Rd, Kaysville, UT).
Online condolences at www.larkincares.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Morley Sprague
August 25, 2014
Dear Sprague family I am so sorry to hear about Reed I know that he suffered a lot but still had a smile. I want you to know I do know how hard it is to loose a loved one. I want you to know you are in my prayers. I know our families were very close. I don't live in Utah anymore that is why I didn't hear about your passing. I lost my moms phone list so I lost your number. I am so sorry I know its a blessing. my love always Becky Adams my email is [email protected] and I am on facebook.
Weston & Lois Killpack
June 13, 2014
Dear Morley, Veneice, Cheryl & family,
We are saddened to learn of Reed's passing and send our love. It was our joy and pleasure to know and love him - and all of you.
June 12, 2014
Dear Sprague Family,
We were saddened to read of Reeds passing and wanted you to know our thoughts are with you. We have many memories of Reed and your family growing up in South Cottonwood.
Allen & Elaine Child
Ruth Wright
June 11, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We have fond memories of living next door to your wonderful family. May your memories of Reed bring you comfort during this time of sadness. Love, Ruth Wright and family
Scott Boyle
June 11, 2014
Sprague Family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Reed. Our condolences Cheryl, Morley, Adelaide and Ashton.
Our Prayers are with you at this time.
I've spent hours remembering my time spent with Reed through school and years after. Not just sure how we came together but I will always cherish it as one of the best things that happened in my life. I was fascinated watching him build/weld things out of nuts and bolts in his dad's garage and not to forget driving around in the corvair.
What a great man and always with a smile.
With the deepest of love my friend.
Jeri and Scott Boyle
Janice Gardner
June 11, 2014
Dear Sprague family, we send our love and condolences during this time of sorrow. Reed was a wonderful and amazing man and will be greatly missed by so many. May you be comforted and blessed.
June 10, 2014
Dear sprague family' we are so sorry to hear of Reeds passing. We have many fond memories of your whole family when we were neighbors We send our love and condolences
With love. Rulon and Colleen Boyce
June 9, 2014
Morley, so sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much you loved and admired him. May you continue to keep him close to your heart always. Lisa Shick
June 8, 2014
Dear Morley, Vaniece and Family,
Our condolences are with you as we read of the passing of your son, Reed. We know of his struggle with MS, and understand the struggle that he and all of you endured over the years. We started out together in 1957 living in the same neighborhood.
Our prayers are with all of you at this time.
Jay and Carmen Houmand
June 8, 2014
Dear Morley, Vaniece, Cheryl and Family,
Our hearts are saddened at this time by the loss of such a great man. We enjoyed Reed very much in the years that we knew him. He was an amazing person and such an example to all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With lots of love,
Dave & Char Adams
Fruit Heights, Utah
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