Marian Sprague, 82 went home to her Lord and Savior on January 14, 2015 at the Rosebud Health Care Center in Forsyth. Marian was born July 16, 1932 in Glasgow, Montana to Bill and Clystia Dilbeck and spent her childhood in Frazer, MT.
Marian married Jack Sprague on June 22, 1952, they had 2 children, Debbie and Patti. They raised the girls in Wolf Point. Marian was a hard worker and worked various jobs throughout her life however, her focus was always on her family. She took tremendous pride in keeping a clean home and enjoyed cooking. Her family especially remembers her fried chicken and pork chops. She made photo albums and crocheted afghans for her children and grandchildren. Marian also enjoyed playing cards, puzzles and bingo.
Marian was a baptized member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church of Frazer, and became a member of the Lutheran church in each town she lived in throughout her life.
Life is filled with joy and sorrows, Marian’s was no exception, the constant was always having her loving family by her side. Twice in her life she was able to participate in five generation photos first with her Mother Clystia, daughter Patti, grand daughter Sheila and great grand daughter Regan. Then this past spring George took a picture of Marian, Patti, Allison, Elizabeth and great great grandson Jaxon.
Marian is survived by her twin brother Marvin (Elly) Dilbeck of Grand Junction, CO and sisters Ruby Lingle-Moorhead of Columbia Falls, MT, Ina (Harry) Downs of Wolf Point, Connie Hanson of Seattle, WA along with her daughter Patti Crosby of Forsyth and grandchildren; Nickie Endressi of Butte, Allison (Mark) Stoltz of Red Lodge, Jason Krummel of Forsyth, Sheila (Shannon) Kautzman of Laurel, Danny (Nicole) Krummel of Miles CIty, Kris (Cheryl) Crosby of Waseca, MN, Wally and Odis Crosby of Forsyth. She had 9 great grand children and 1 great great grandchild. Marian had numerous nieces and nephews and half brothers/sisters whom she dearly loved. When Patti & George married she quickly “adopted” and loved the Crosby children as her own.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack Sprague, brother Mel Dilbeck, sister Bertha Dilbeck and an infant brother, her daughter Debbie and grandson Shawn Sprague and son-in-law George Crosby.
Marian’s family will always remember her sharp wit, her mastery of flirting and the mouthwatering meals always seasoned with love.
Burial will be held at a later date. It was Marian’s wish was to be buried next to her daughter and grandson in Wolf Point. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to the Forsyth Senior Center, the Wolf Point /Forsyth Lutheran Churches or a charity of your choice.
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Services are pending at this time or no services will be held. If available, please see obituary for more information.
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Joan leinwand says
Sending my condolences.
Lori Reierson says
I always enjoyed visiting with Marian when I worked at the apartments. Sorry for your loss.
Shirley and Tom Skinner says
Marion was such a joy to visit with while she was residing in the Rosebud Health Care Center. She was a good friend to our Mother while she was there. She would walk into Mom’s room every day, pinch her cheek, smile at her, and say something sweet! I will miss that beautiful smile and our visits!
cathi and mitch Robbins says
Patti and family
sorry for your loss, know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers, hugs to each and everyone of you, may you find comfort in your memories,
Connie Brown says
Patti and family,
Sorry for your families loss, you are in my prayers.
dave and helen blackwell says
Patti our thoughts and prayers for you and your mom.call if you need anything and always remember that no one has passed unless you forget about them.
Elaine and Gene House says
Patti, so sorry about the loss of your mom. I miss mine every single day and was happy that our generations could all meet. Thinking of you. Thanks. Elaine
Pam Shelton says
Patti and family
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Redman and Earl Mortensen says
Patti and family,
We are sorry to learn of the passing of your beloved Mom. We are thinking of and praying for you at this difficult time. May warm memories help soften your sorrow, and may faith help you face each tomorrow.
Linda downs Patrick says
So sorry to hear of your loss In my thoughts and prayers for you in this difficult time
Hayden P says
I am so sorry to learn of the loss of Mrs. Sprague. Although I didn’t get to know her personally, it is always sad to learn that a family has lost a loved one. It will be so wonderful when our ‘enemy death is brought to nothing’ and we will no longer worry about our loved ones passjng away! (1 Corinthians 15:26) I hope God will comfort your family during this sad time.
Bob and Sharon Carns says
Patti and Family–we will always remember the fun times we had with your mom and Jack at Fort Peck so many years ago. So sorry to hear of your moms passing–you are in our thoughts and prayers.