Ruth E. Sprague
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CLINTON — Ruth E. Sprague, 105, of Clinton, passed away at 11:29 p.m. on March 17, 2020, at her family residence, in Clinton.
Graveside services will be conducted at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday March 21, 2020, at Mausoleum Park Cemetery, Clinton, with Pastor Tracy Ray officiating. The family entrusted Calvert Funeral Home, Clinton, with arrangements.
Memorials may be directed to the Weldon Springs Foundation or a charity of the donor’s choice.
Ruth was born on December 26, 1914, in Clinton, the daughter of Edward and Elizabeth (McKinney) McHaney. She married Paul A. Sprague on April 11, 1937, in Clinton. He passed away on September 8, 2004.
Survivors include her children, Norma (Neil) Nichols, Maroa; Janice Sprague, Clinton; three grandchildren, Julie (Scott) Kelly, Clinton; Jennifer (Tony) Rhodes, Clinton; Chris Nichols, Normal; four great- grandchildren, and two great-great grandchildren.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, one son, Charles Sprague, two brothers, and two sisters.
Ruth was an avid Cubs fan and saw them win the World Series. She loved to crochet.
Online condolences may be made at www.calvertmemorial.com
