Beverly M. Buchanan Sprague, 72, of 49 Markey St., Bellville, Ohio died at home Friday evening, March 2, 2001 after a brief illness. Mrs. Sprague was born May 23, 1928 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was a waitress and a member of Pythian Sisters. Mrs. Sprague enjoyed reading, crocheting, and especially collecting angels and Longaberger baskets.
She is survived by two sons and daughters-in-law, J.R. & Jenny Sprague and Gene & Jeanie Sprague, all of Mansfield; three daughters and sons-in-law, Sandy & Frank Sturm of Barberton, Vonnie & John Green of Cambridge, and Susie & Glenn DeLong of Bellville; 13 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; and three brothers, Dean Shoemaker of Tucson, Arizona, and Jerry and Gail Shoemaker, both of Greenwich. She was preceded in death by her parents, Dell & Beatrice Shoemaker; her husband, Robert L. Sprague; and a daughter, Debbie Sprague.
A family burial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. The Diamond Street Home of Wappner Funeral Directors is assisting the family with arrangements. Online guest registry at www.wappner.com.
