SPRAGUE, Norman Wesley
1931 – 2017
Mr. Norman Wesley ‘Wes’ Sprague of Red Deer, Alberta, passed away in Red Deer on Saturday, August 5, 2017 at the age of 86 years. Wes was born to Johnny Lloyd and Gretta May Sprague on January 8th, 1931. He grew up, went to school doing all the mischievous things that all the Sprague boys did in those days. A majority of the time was spent outdoors, winter and summer.
He spent a majority of his life in Gibbons Alberta. Wes worked for several years in the oilfield until such time that he was medically unable, after which he could be found at home in Gibbons, at Jim and Mae’s in Edmonton or on the farm with Lon.
He loved to laugh and was always so thankful to have people visit. His mischievous grin usually meant that he was about to say something really funny, it will be remembered fondly by us all. Wes’s heart was easy to win with chocolates, cake, pie or cookies basically anything that was sweet.
Wes was an avid reader until his eyes no longer allowed it. He was also a diehard crib player and didn’t hesitate to challenge anyone, anytime and he usually won. He enjoyed Country Music and you could always get a smile when you brought a teddy bear or a stuffy. He also played a pretty mean harmonica in his day.
Overall life wasn’t always the easiest for Wes but he always remembered everyone that came to visit and he was always up for a good tease. I’m sure he is making up for lost time and I wish for all of us to celebrate in the moments we shared with Wes.
Wes is predeceased by his parents, 6 siblings and is survived by siblings – Jim, Mable, Cliff and Dianna. He is also survived by his children and grandchildren. A Memorial Service will be held at Emmanuel Anglican Church, 4607 50 Ave, Gibbons, Alberta on Saturday, August 26, 2017 at 2:00 p.m.
If desired, Memorial Donations in Wes’s honor may be made directly to the Canadian Cancer Society at www.cancer.ca. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.parklandfuneralhome.com.