Charles Mansfield Sprague
Charles Mansfield Sprague, aged 84, of Florence, KY, peacefully passed away on May 9, 2024, at the Summit of Edgewood. Born on August 29, 1939, he was the son of Charles Andrews and Lillian (Oelschlager) Sprague. Charles was a U.S. Army Veteran. Professionally, Charles dedicated over 30 years of his life to Hunter, Luhrs, Mainship, and Silverton Boats, where his expertise in sales and business development left an indelible mark. His passion for his work was matched only by his zest for life. An individual beloved by all who knew him, Charles had a contagious sense of humor and a love for joking that would light up any room. He found joy in staying active, indulging his interests in exercise, cars, and boats. In addition to his parents, Charles was preceded in death by his loving wife of 62 years, Alice Fay Langley Sprague, his sister Barbara Domaleski, and granddaughter Allison Brooks. He is survived by his daughters Fay Parker (Wayne), Jan Reis (Gene), and Jill Hamlin (Barry), as well as his grandchildren: Marissa Cruz, Natalie Cassiano, Katie Lindsey, Caroline Marklay, Madeline Hamlin, and Jake Hamlin. He also leaves behind 12 great-grandchildren, his sister Jill Wolfe (Thad), and brother Moses Strathern. A Memorial Service to celebrate Charles’s life will be held on Saturday, May 18, 2024, at 12:30 pm at Holy Cross Church in Latonia, KY. Interment will be held privately by the family at Forrest Cemetery in Gadsen, AL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Children’s Hospital https://give.cincinnatichildrens.org Tunnels to Towers Foundation https://www.t2t.org or Wounded Warrior Project https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org In the hearts of those who loved him, Charles will forever be remembered for his warmth, his laughter, and his unwavering love and devotion to his family. May he rest in eternal peace.
Holy Cross Catholic Church 3612 Church Street
Covington, KY 41015
Forrest Cemetery
Address: 700 S 15th Street Gadsden, Alabama 35901Charles Mansfield Sprague
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Love and Support
Sending my love and support to this amazing family during this time of grief. Herr Sprague, as we called him after Intro to German at UF, was the best girl dad to all of us Thetas- and welcomed us each time we visited in Orlando.
He alwsys had a hug and a funny line that helped us through college and years afterward. He loved his daighter Jill fiercely and we loved him for that and will take it from here as he rests in peace with our Lord in Heaven.
Fond Memories
I have fond memories of Uncle Beau. When the Sprague’s got to Orlando, we not only connected with cousins, but he and I connected. Maybe having all girls, he needed a boy? I did not have my full driver’s license and wanted to drive everywhere on the permit. He took me to Miami for a sales trip and sailboat (Sunfish) regatta. I got to drive all the way there and all the way back. I remember going with him to Barret Marine and Lake Fairview towing him behind Miss Moses Lake while he was skiing. Got halfway across the lake one time daydreaming before I noticed he fell. Thought I was going to hear it, but he laughed and said he thought he was going to swim to shore. He always defended the PAC 10 football over the SEC and lost a few bets doing so. 🙂 He always seemed to see the best in me, and I never forgot that. You’ll be missed Uncle Beau, enjoy the turkey burgers and strolls wearing Crocs up in heaven.
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