November 23, 1946 - June 27, 2024
ZEPHYRHILLS, FL - Elizabeth Helen "Betty" (n茅e Deuel) Sprague, aged 77, passed away on June 27, 2024 in Zephyrhills, FL. Betty was born on November 23, 1946, in Auburn, NY and lived most of her life in Port Bryon. Betty was renowned for her strong and resilient spirit.
Betty graduated from Port Byron High School and later attended CCBI in Syracuse, NY. She dedicated her career to NYSEG in Auburn, NY, retiring in 2005 after forty years of service.
Throughout her life Betty served her community in many roles, such as a Cub Scout Den Mother, Odyssey of the Mind Coach, Junior Achievement Advisor and SCAT Van volunteer. Betty was a devout member of St. John's Catholic Churn in Port Byron, then St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Auburn prior to her move to Florida where she became a member of St. Joseph's Church in Zephyrhills.
Known for her love of life, Betty enjoyed traveling, playing cards, and spending time with her beloved friends and family. Her presence was a source of laughter and strength to her large circle of loved ones.
Betty is survived by her son, Matthew (Kate) Sprague; daughter, Janine (Peter) Brown; grandchildren: Wrenn, Asher, Betsy, Tommy, and Eddie; sister, Barbara (Ronald) Focht; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. She was preceded in death by her longtime partner, Robert McCall; former spouse, Kirk Sprague; brothers: Robert and Thomas Deuel; and parents, Thomas and Helen (Deacy) Deuel.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, October 17, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in St. Alphonsus Church, with a Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 11:00 AM. Burial will follow in St. Joseph's Cemetery.
Contributions may be made in "Betty's" memory to SCAT Van, 17 Nelson St., Auburn, NY 13021 (315-253-0996), or Gulfside Hospice, 5760 Dean Dairy Rd., Zephyrhills, FL (1-800-561-4883).
Arrangements are by the Plis Funeral Home. To leave a message of condolence go to .