Michael Kent Sprague

Michael Kent Sprague, 72, of Ligonier passed away February 12, 2022 at Waterford Crossing in Goshen, Indiana. He was born November 14, 1949 at McCray Hospital in Kendallville to Morris “Dutch” and Ruth (Blanton) Sprague. Mike graduated from Ligonier High School in 1968.

On July 15, 1994, Mike married Barbara “Susie” Campbell at Ligonier Christian Church in Ligonier.

Mike worked as a machinist at Dana Corp. for many years, and as a manager at Napa Auto Parts in LaGrange. He was a very talented mechanic, often walking friends and family through car problems over the phone. Mike was an avid golfer and he loved to spend as much time on the course as possible, particularly Wawasee Golf Club. For over 30 years, Mike could be found playing in a foursome with his brother, Dave Sprague, Mike McDonald, and Dave Swank every 4th of July.

Mike’s passion was golfing, but his greatest loves were his family and grandkids. He greatly enjoyed lively euchre games with his grandkids. Later in life, Mike volunteered at Goshen Hospital, and of course, he didn’t know a stranger. He was also a member of Ligonier Christian Church, where he served as treasurer and in many other roles. He and Susie often took communion to shut-ins. Mike had an infectious laugh, turning gray skies to blue with his smile.

Mike will be missed by his wife, Susie Sprague of Ligonier; his three children, Daniel (Amber) Sprague of Ligonier, Jason Campbell of Goshen, and Rachel (David) Plummer of Kendallville; six grandchildren, Samantha (Marcus) Burdette, Lila Sprague, Nolan Sprague, Piper Sprague, Juliana Plummer, and Bryce Plummer; two great grandchildren, Margo and Miley Burdette; and eight siblings, Dave (Sheryl) Sprague of Madisonville, KY, Linda (Carroll) Galloway of Cromwell, Virginia Reichard of Wawaka, Suzie Parsons of Ligonier, Lois (Kenny) Martin of Kendallville, Rita Perry of Ligonier, Debbie (Bill) Runge of Kendallville, and Pam Brickey of South Whitley.

He was preceded in death by his parents Dutch and Ruth Sprague; a granddaughter, Alyssa Plummer; and brothers-in-law, Jerry Reichard and John Brickey.

A funeral service will be held in Mike’s honor at 11:11 AM on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at Ligonier Christian Church, 9025 N 860 W, Ligonier, Indiana. Preacher Chris Coney will officiate. Burial will take place at West Lawn Cemetery in Hagerstown, Indiana at a later date.

Friends and family will be received from 2-4 and 6-8 PM on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at Ligonier Christian Church and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.

Memorial contributions may be directed to Ligonier Christian Church, 9025 N 860 W, Ligonier, Indiana.

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