Robert Lee

"Bobby" Sprague

Mr. Robert Lee "Bobby" Sprague, 83, of Stark City, Missouri, departed this life on Friday afternoon, March 31, 2023, in the comfort of his home after a recent battle with cancer.

Bobby entered this life on November 14, 1939, in rural McDonald County, Missouri, son of the late Ira James and Hattie (Dohle) Sprague.  He was raised in Anderson, Missouri and was a graduate of Anderson High School.  Following graduation, he enlisted and served his country faithfully in the United States Navy.  He resided in various places throughout his life, but always considered McDonald County his home.  Bobby believed in hard work.  He was a carpenter, mechanic, heavy equipment operator and truck driver.  He enjoyed working his cattle, playing cards and simply "shooting the breeze".

His parents and two brothers, Jerry and Richard Sprague preceded him in death.

Bobby is survived by his wife, Catherine Sprague of the home; two children, Cindy Sprague and partner, Stacy Broksieck, of Stockton, Missouri and Robert Sprague and wife, Megan, of Joplin; two stepchildren, Elizabeth Owens and husband, Landon, of Forsythe, Missouri and Gregory Borland of Katy, Texas; ten grandchildren; one great grandson; a sister, Peggy Elam of Centerton, Arkansas; as well as a host of other family and friends.

Graveside services are 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, April 5, 2023, at New Bethel Cemetery in Anderson, Missouri with Pastor Marilyn O'Brien officiating.  The family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 5-7:00 p.m. in the funeral home chapel. On-line condolences may be sent to the family through our website, www.ozarkfuneralhome.com.  Arrangements are under the personal care and direction of the Ozark Funeral Home in Anderson, Missouri.