Obituary of Robert B. Sprague

     Mr. Robert B. Sprague, age 60, of Utica, passed away on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at Wynn Hospital with his loving family by his side.

     Robert was born in Utica, on July 27, 1964, the son of Jack and Theresa (Zorn) Spraque. He was raised and educated in Whitesboro and was a graduate of Whitesboro High School. On May 21, 2021, Robert was united in marriage with Becky A. Dunn. At one time, He was employed with Utica Boilers (ECR). Robert was a dedicated member of the Yorkville Volunteer Fire Department and Sauquoit Volunteer Fire Department. He was an avid hockey enthusiast and longtime season ticket holder to Utica College Hockey, was a semi-pro Roller Hockey player and truly enjoyed riding his scooter all over town. Robert will most be remembered for his daily phone calls to family and friends which always began with his famous line, “What Are You Doing.” He was of the Catholic faith.

     Robert is survived by his wife, Becky; step-daughter, Megan Bartlett; step-son, Andrew Bartlett; mother, Theresa Sprague; sister and brother-in-law, Sandra and Philip Marron; brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Amanda Sprague; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harry and Nancy Dunn and special friends, Theresa Zenobio and Terry Sprague, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends to numerous to mention. He was predeceased by his father Jack in 2009, two sisters, JoAnn Clark and Christine Doyle both in 2003 and best friend Jimmy Zenobio.

     Visitation for family and friends is Monday, November 4, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. at the Heintz Funeral Home, 1517 Whitesboro St., Utica, followed by a prayer at 11:30 at the conclusion of visitation. He will be laid to rest with his father in St. Joseph Cemetery in Yorkville. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Sauquoit Volunteer Fire Department, 9531 Pinnacle Rd., Sauquoit, NY 13456 in Robert’s memory. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.