Madeline Violet Sprague

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From Ralph Sprague, correspondent, note of May 25, 2009

Madeline Sprague

SPRAGUE, Madeline Violet (nee Mollard) Died peacefully in the presence of family on May 9, 2009 in Burlington Ontario. Born on the third of October 1920, she was the eldest child of Frank Thomas Mollard and Violet Naomi Blanche Mollard (nee Stephenson). Predeceased by her devoted husband Kloman Westinghouse Sprague (1990). Loving sister of the late Frank Thomas Mollard Jr. (2004) and Joan Mollard Freeth (1977). Cherished friend of Joan Reany Merten. Beloved mother of Alison Sprague Johnston of Burlington, Thomas Sprague (Dwaina) of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Douglas Sprague (Anne) of Windsor, Ontario, Mary Sprague Jarvis of Toronto, Peter Sprague (Cheryl) of Windsor and Robert Sprague also of Windsor. Immensely enjoyed by her nineteen grandchildren. Sarah Logue (Chris), Tyla Emde (Kevin), Bianca Sprague Rafuse (Neil), Krystal Barron (Jeremy), Matt Johnston, Katherine Boyko (Kyle), Elliott Sprague, Scott Sprague (Jennifer), Tom Jarvis, Andrew Johnston, Ryan Sprague, Jake Jarvis, Molly Sprague, Max Sprague, Alexander Jarvis, Jennifer Sprague, Luke Sprague, Tyler Sprague and Hannah Sprague...A much loved Grammie. Darling GG to seven great grandchildren, Samuel Logue, Emma Barron, Benjamin Emde, John Andrew Logue, Graydon Rafuse, Madeline Boyko and Matthew Barron. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews.Madeline was born in Toronto and raised in Windsor Ontario. She attended the University of Toronto (University College, class of '43) and served in the R.C.A.F. before her marriage to Kloman Sprague. Returning to Windsor, Madeline raised six children while pursuing post-graduate work at Wayne State University (Masters of Education, class of '66) and managing a full-time career. She was an important member of a dynamic group of women in establishing women's centres, programs and pay equity especially on the campus of St. Clair College. A lifetime of memorable summers was spent at the family cottage on Lake Scugog. After retirement and Kloman's death, Madeline was blessed with eighteen lovely years of genuine friendship with Joan Merten. We will miss our Mom, Mom-in-law, Grammie, GG, Aunt and Friend. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, (one stoplight north of QEW) BURLINGTON (905-632-3333) on Thursday 5-9 p.m. A Service to Celebrate Madelines Life will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow at the Funeral Home.

Published in the Windsor Star from 5/12/2009 - 5/13/2009 [2]

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Tuesday May 12, 2009 SPRAGUE, Madeline Violet (nee Mollard) Madeline Violet Sprague (nee Mollard), died peacefully in the presence of family on May 9, 2009 in Burlington, Ontario. Born on the third of October 1920, she was the eldest child of Frank Thomas Mollard and Violet Naomi Blanche Mollard (nee Stephenson). Predeceased by her devoted husband Kloman Westinghouse Sprague (1990). Loving sister of the late Frank Thomas Mollard Jr. (2004) and Joan Mollard Freeth (1977). Cherished friend of Joan Reany Merten. Beloved mother of Alison Sprague Johnston of Burlington, Thomas Sprague (Dwaina) of Maple Ridge, British Columbia, Douglas Sprague (Anne) of Windsor, Ontario, Mary Sprague Jarvis of Toronto, Peter Sprague (Cheryl) of Windsor and Robert Sprague also of Windsor. Immensely enjoyed by her nineteen grandchildren. Sarah Logue (Chris), Tyla Emde (Kevin), Bianca Sprague Rafuse (Neil), Krystal Barron (Jeremy), Matt Johnston, Katherine Boyko (Kyle), Elliott Sprague, Scott Sprague (Jennifer), Tom Jarvis, Andrew Johnston, Ryan Sprague, Jake Jarvis, Molly Sprague, Max Sprague, Alexander Jarvis, Jennifer Sprague, Luke Sprague, Tyler Sprague and Hannah Sprague...A much loved Grammie. Darling GG to seven great grandchildren, Samuel Logue, Emma Barron, Benjamin Emde, John Andrew Logue, Graydon Rafuse, Madeline Boyko and Matthew Barron. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Madeline was born in Toronto and raised in Windsor, Ontario. She attended the University of Toronto (University College, class of '43) and served in the R.C.A.F. before her marriage to Kloman Sprague. Returning to Windsor, Madeline raised six children while pursuing post-graduate work at Wayne State University (Masters of Education, class of '66) and managing a full- time career. She was an important member of a dynamic group of women in establishing women's centres, programs and pay equity, especially on the campus of St. Clair College. A lifetime of memorable summers was spent at the family cottage on Lake Scugog. After retirement and Kloman's death, Madeline was blessed with eighteen lovely years of genuine friendship with Joan Merten. We will miss our Mom, Mom-in-law, Grammie, GG, Aunt and Friend. Cremation has taken place. Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line (one stoplight north of QEW), BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday 5-9 p.m. A Service to Celebrate Madeline's Life will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel on Friday, May 15, 2009 at 1 p.m. Reception to follow at the Funeral Home. www.smithsfh.com