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Leslie SPROUSE Obituary

SPROUSE Leslie F. Leslie F. Sprouse, 82, of Oak Harbor, Ohio, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, June 15, 2011, at Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, Toledo. He was born on May 7, 1929 to Leslie F. and Grace (Gallagher) Sprouse of Maumee, Ohio. A 1948 graduate of Oak Harbor High School, Les was a member of the Benton Township School Board and the Benton-Carroll-Salem Board of Education for many years. He was also a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ, Genoa Kiwanis, Marsh Club, Oak Harbor Rotary Club, "Pair-of-Docs" Lunch Group, and was Director Emeritus of Genoa Bank. In 1957, Les founded Sprouse Insurance Agency in Genoa. Those left to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 60 years, Barb (Johns) Sprouse; daughters, Bonnie (Thom) Yano, Vermillion, OH, Pat (Tony) Gaines, Galena, OH, Bev (Chuck) Krumel, London, OH; sons, Mike Sprouse, Fremont, OH, Scott (Kelly) Sprouse, Oak Harbor, and Terry (Jane) Sprouse, Mead, CO; 16 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren. Les was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Bob and Doug Sprouse, and daughter-in-law, Sherry Sprouse. Family meant everything to Les, and he meant everything to his family. Friends are invited to call from 2-8 p.m. Friday at Crosser Funeral Home, Oak Harbor. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul United Church of Christ, with the Rev. David A. Voll officiating. Interment will be in Elliston Cemetery. For those planning expressions of sympathy, memorial contributions to St. Paul United Church of Christ or to a charity of the donor's choice would be appreciated by Les' family. Online condolences may be shared at www.crosserfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Blade on Jun. 16, 2011.

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July 3, 2011

July 3,'11
Sorry to learn, too soon. Bob Duddy E-M
We were traveling back & fore.
Best Regards, Anna & Jim Madden

June 22, 2011

To all of the Sprouse family....We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Randy and Jackie Macko

Matthew & Ashleigh Heishman

June 20, 2011

You will all be in our prayers.

larry VanDyne

June 20, 2011

Scott & Mike, I was saddened to read that your Dad had passed. My thoughts are with you and the rest of the Sprouse family.

Allen Ure

June 19, 2011

To the Sprouse family-We here at the Kiwanis Club of Ridgetown Ontario were so sorry to hear of the passing of Les. We have fond memories of the many interclub visits between the Genoa Kiwanis Club and our Club. Les was a special person and will be greatly missed.

larry gardner

June 18, 2011

to the sprouse family - im so sorry to hear of your husband - father passing - he was a great guy and im was so lucky to have known him. i treasure my precious memories of him @ all oak harbor sports events and everytime i saw him he shook hands and always had something nice to say to me. he touched so many lifes love you all rollie the rocket class of 73

June 17, 2011

To the Sprouse Family and Friends, Our prayers for comfort and happy memories fill you with peace in your times ahead.

With deepest sympathy, Mike & Shawna Shadoan, and the staff of Radiant Windows & Remodeling (Oak Harbor, OH)

Matthew 5:4
Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.

Gary & Marie Perkins

June 17, 2011

Mike, our hearts ache with yours at the loss of your dad. Please know that your entire family are in our prayers this week. -- Gary & Marie at DaVinci's

June 17, 2011

Barb and family sorry to hear of your loss Les was a great man. Jim Fastzkie Eastlake,Oh

Ellen Minick Medved

June 16, 2011

Mrs. Sprouse, Terry, & family

I am sending my sympathy to all of you. I know Mr. Sprouse was a good friend of my father's and my Dad enjoyed the time he spent with him. Hoping your memories and good times shared as a family will ease your loss at this time.

The Robert McGuire family

June 16, 2011

Barb and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Les was a man of his word and a great friend. He had great insight when asked for advice. Les was truly a man for all. He will be dearly missed

Jeff & Ann Chio

June 16, 2011

Barb & family,
We are keeping you in our prayers. We have lost a great man who touched many lives. We are out of town and unable to attend the services but know our thoughts are with you.

Connie and Roger Meeker

June 16, 2011

Barb and family,
In sorrow, we mourn those lost.
In gratitude, we embrace those around us.
In sympathy, we reach out to those who grieve.

Hold onto those special memories of your loved one

David and Anne Nixon

June 16, 2011

Our most sincere condolences to the Sprouse family. Mr. Sprouse was a fine example of service to our community. May every heavenly consolation be yours at this difficult time.

Jean

June 16, 2011

Barb and Family, I was so surprised to hear of Leslie"s passing, You all are in my thoughts and prayers and may your good memories sustain you in the days ahead.

Mary Kay (Miller) and Denny Blair

June 16, 2011

To Scott and Kelly Sprouse,
We're sorry for your loss. We extend our sympathy to you and your family and hope you find comfort in your memories.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Crosser Funeral Home Oak Harbor Chapel

June 16, 2011

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