LOUIS J. SPRY

A friend to the umpire, taught us how to run Regionals/Supers. Will always be grateful

I discovered the wonderful person that Lou was when I worked with him at the KC T-Bones. Lou taught me more about the game of baseball and the art of scoring a baseball game than anyone in this world. Lou also helped one of my dreams of attending the College World Series come true through his gift that I will always be thankful for and forever in his debt. I will display your score sheet from your last game in Omaha with pride in my home. The world is a darker place without Lou. God Speed.

Lou Spry was a force! Tenacious in many ways, always seeking a higher standard for himself and others. I know many people, myself included, who adopted that mindset and have become better people as a result. Rest in eternal peace, Louis. "Lou's Lagniappes" will always be treasured.

Marilyn,
So sorry for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. My all your happy memories get you through this very difficult time.
God Bless you,
Jeanne Rellihan Serrone (your former 4th grade student)

Lou, You will be missed by every umpire that you ever came into contact with. I learned so much from you as far as being an administrator at NCAA Regionals and Supers. Now that I'm one of the veterans at that I tell ALL that I learned from you, the best!!I can still remember the times we had in your room in Omaha with all the umpers and your guitar! Love you! Bob Jones

Lou was an unforgettable lion of a man. He will be missed!

To Marilyn and family:
I was Louis' secretary for over 25 years at the NCAA, and he was an outstanding "boss." He was the best! And he held such regard for his family that if you, Marilyn, or one of his children phoned, I was to put the call right through. He had a remarkable memory for baseball and could accurately relate details of any baseball game he'd seen, the scores and names of players. When a score was close, he would say "it's not over 'til the fat lady sings." Well, the fat...

To Marilyn and the rest of the Spry family,
I am so sorry to hear that Louis has left this life, but I know he had faced a lot of challenges the last few years. Jack and I enjoyed getting to see you at the NCAA reunion last year. Jack enjoyed getting to know Louis through their time together at the NCAA and to continue their friendship at the monthly NCAA lunches the last few years. One of Jack's fondest memories was getting to sit on the stage of the Grand Ole Opry with Marilyn and Louis....

Marilyn and Family,
My deepest sympathy. Lou was a good mentor for those of us at the NCAA fortunate enough to work with him. It is difficult to say goodbye to a dear friend.
Tucker DiEdwardo