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Bradford Sprague Obituary

Sprague Bradford Michael Sprague. A Memorial Service celebrating the life of Bradford Michael Sprague of Powell, Ohio will be held Wednesday, September 2, 2015 at Liberty Presbyterian Church, 7080 Olentangy River Road. Brad was born in Bridgeport, CT on July 8, 1951 to Roswell and Frances (Callahan) Sprague. He passed away Saturday, August 29, 2015 surrounded by his loving family. Brad was a graduate of Bishop Alemany HS in Mission Hills, CA. He graduated from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, and received his Master's Degree from The Ohio State University. He was co-owner of PRISM Municipal Advisors. He loved to golf, and had a hole-in-one to be proud of, was an avid fan of the OSU Buckeyes, Cleveland Browns, Columbus Bluejackets, and the Cleveland Indians. He is preceded in death by his father Roswell and his brother Brian Sprague. Brad is survived by his wife of 27 years, Jeanne Sprague; mother, Frances Sprague; children, Brian (Marianna) Sprague, Carolyn (John) Grogan, Eric Sprague and fiancé Molly Marks, and Scott Sprague; grandchildren, Fallon, Mason, Aaron, Molly and a grandson on the way; sisters, Susan (Mike) McKibben and Stacey Sprague; mother-in-law, Ann MacMillan; brother-in-law, Richard (Laura) MacMillan; loving nieces and nephews and many very special friends. Friends may call on Tuesday from 4-8 p.m. at the RUTHERFORD FUNERAL HOME AT POWELL, 450 West Olentangy Street. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to scholarships and grants at the Olentangy Education Foundation (www.olentangyeducationfoundation.org). Please visit www.rutherfordfuneralhome.com to send condolences to the family.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 30 to Aug. 31, 2015.

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Marsha Hess

October 7, 2015

Jeanne, I just found out that Brad passed away. I am so sorry for your lose and will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Michael Gable

September 4, 2015

I am so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. Please accept my deepest condolences, Jeanne and all of the family. I could scarcely believe it. Brad and I worked together for many years during the best parts of our careers. What a loss of a wonderful man!

Mark Barbash

September 1, 2015

I am saddened to learn of Brad's passing. I enjoyed working with him over the years. My sincere condolences to his family.

Julie Burkart

August 31, 2015

Jeannie and Family - So sorry for your loss. Brad was my boss, mentor and friend for many years. Although I hadn't seen or talked to him in quite a while, I have thought of him often. I will miss him dearly but am so blessed to have had him in my life. He was an amazing human being and will live on in the hearts of many.

Lois Reynolds

August 31, 2015

Your entire family is in my prayers.

Heather Garling

August 31, 2015

Eric and the entire Sprague family,
I just heard about the passing of your father and wish to express my sympathy. I know this time is difficult, but your Olentangy family is thinking of you. I hope you can remember the happy times with your dad.

Ljubi Family

August 31, 2015

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.

August 31, 2015

Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Brad was an incredible community supporter and did much to improve the Olentangy Schools along with Jeanne! The wonderful Sprague family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Jane & Bryan Martin

Chanda Dicke

August 31, 2015

Jeannie and Family -- so sorry to hear of Brad's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

August 31, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with Brad's family members, friends and colleagues during this difficult time. Brad was a brilliant and aspiring man to work with at the City of Powell. He was dedicated to his community and we are forever grateful for all of his guidance. Brad will be missed greatly.

From the City of Powell - Steve Lutz, Dave Betz and Debra Miller

Nancy Andes

August 31, 2015

My heart goes out to Brad's friends and family. He was taken so quickly but Brad was the type of guy to make a lasting impression. I worked with Brad and was the type of guy that was easy to get to know and had plenty of experiences and stories to share. He will be missed.

Jay Arrington

August 31, 2015

Our deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time.

Jennifer Teal

August 31, 2015

Brad was a mentor and a friend. I will miss him dearly.

Bobbi Ius

August 31, 2015

Stacey, So sorry for the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Talya Horton

August 31, 2015

Jeanne-my thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of your beloved husband. In the short time I have known you it has become evident that you are a caring and passionate soul who gives unselfishly. My heart aches for you but my prayer is that you find comfort in all of the memories and that you are surrounded by love and support during this difficult time.

Bettina Ferguson

August 31, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss. Brings back many fond memories working for Brad back in old days at Ehrlich Bober in NYC. My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.

Karen Wagner

August 31, 2015

My deepest sympathies on your loss. Brad was a great mentor and he will be missed very much. I enjoyed working with him over the years.

Mark Owens

August 31, 2015

We are so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to your family during this difficult time. We thought the world of Brad.

Tony Martin

August 31, 2015

Our prayers are with Brad's family in dealing with the loss of a great guy. Brad was a unique individual who was a talented and hard working man, extremely creative in business, yet was always one of the most fun people to be around in social settings. He will be sorely missed by his family and all his friends.

Don Brown

August 31, 2015

Sprague Family Members,
Accept my sympathies and prayers at the loss of Brad's presence. As his client and colleague, I often relied on Brad's advice and support. Thanks for sharing him with us!

Larry Richardson

August 31, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathies to the Family. Brad was a great guy that I learned a great deal from over the years. He will be missed.

Franz Geiger

August 30, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed working with Brad and liked him very much. He was a practical, clear problem solver. He will be missed.

David Conlry

August 30, 2015

To the Sprague family, you have our deepest condolences. May God bless and watch over you during this difficult time.
David and Trish Conley

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