Maryanne Costello Sprague
March 22, 1953 ~ April 5, 2017
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ROCKY MOUNT - Maryanne Costello Sprague, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, April 5, 2017. Born in Nassau County, NY on March 22, 1953, she was the daughter of the late Thomas Joseph Costello and Mildred Dwyer Costello.
Maryanne was a member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. A devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother and friend, Maryanne will be dearly missed and will never be forgotten.
Maryanne leaves behind to cherish her memory, husband, John R. Sprague, Jr.; children, Kelly Anne Vitale and husband, Michael; John R. Sprague, III and wife, Stephanie; and Thomas Sprague and wife, Victoria. She is also survived grandchildren, Courtney Vitale, Tiffany Vitale, Kaitlin Senglar, Taryn Vitale, Ava Sprague and John R. Sprague, IV; siblings, Thomas Costello and wife, Diane; Jean Geneva and husband, Salvatore; Nancy Vetrano and husband, Salvatore; Susanne Lindley and husband, David; and Linda Gillan and husband, Kevin; 14 nieces and nephews; and her boxer, Mya.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Saturday, April 8, 2017 at 1:00 PM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount with Rev. Richard Turner officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 11:30 AM to 12:45 PM prior to the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
331 Hammond Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Saturday 4/8, 11:30 am - 12:45 pm
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John and Stephanie I am so sorry for your loss. Maryanne was such a good person and a fighter. Her memory will forever live in her children and grandchildren. My prayers to your entire Family John. Love you and God Bless each of you.
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Dear John and family, Even though we only knew you and Maryanne for 6 weeks, the time spent and the memories shared will last a life time. Maryanne brought light to the darkest moments, her smile was so contagious, and her optimism was what I loved about her. Heaven gained a beautiful soul. She is missed! Our deepest condolences. Tracy Pettis Don and Viola (June) Walker
Dear John, Kelly, John and Tommy, I am heart broken for your loss. It was truly my pleasure knowing Maryanne. She was and remains a shining light of love and friendship. It was always my pleasure to work with her in my office and be with all the Spragues during your barbecues. I will always treasure my time with Maryanne. Please accept my love and deepest condolences. Love Rob Newman.
I knew Maryanne and John for only a short time in late 2016, but they had a profound impact on my life. I saw their faith in Jesus put to the test with Maryanne’s illness, but they came through it with flying colors. I heard John many times refer to Maryanne as his baby doll, and she was definitely that, and more. A precious lady whom I am thankful to have known.
I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Maryanne Spargue. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, even during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
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I want to send my deepest sympathy to the family of Maryanne Costello Sprague. The bible tells us we can gain comfort from God, even during times of sorrow. We pray to our heavenly father for help to cope with the sorrow felt from the death of a loved one. By prayer and supplication, let your petitions be made known to God; and the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your hearts and your mental powers by means of Christ Jesus. Philippians 46 May you find comfort by relying on our heavenly father and learning more about the blessings of God’s kingdom. Local ministry volunteer
Kelly and family- Your mom was a truly gift from Heaven. She has taught us of suffering and redemption. None of it was wasted. God bless you all. Love, The Moyers
Dear John and Family it has truly been a blessing to have known Maryanne since our days together at Dr. Newman. Her smile was contagious, her heart warm and her love for John and her family like no other I have ever seen! She fought long and hard to remain here with her loved ones but is now an angel in heaven. Maryanne, you are the energizer bunny now and forever!! Love Rita, Henry, Marc and Matt Rosenboom hearttwo_heartsinnocentpraydisappointed_relieved