Vergil "Virgil" Dean Sprague, 89, of Lindsborg, Kansas, passed away on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Virgil was born on March 6, 1937, in Gypsum, Kansas, to William H. and Alta D. (Tracy) Sprague.

He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. His military service was a source of pride throughout his life.

Throughout his working years, Virgil was employed in warehouse operations for Gibsons, Farm Bureau, American Electric, and Walmart. He also served as the night manager for two retirement communities.

He is survived by his four daughters: Vicky Troyer of Durant, Oklahoma; Roxanne Kendrick (Kerry) of Lindsborg, Kansas; Lora Gordon (Richard) of Lindsborg, Kansas; and Shelly Quiring (Lynn) of Queen Creek, Arizona.

Virgil is also survived by his grandchildren: Melissa Stanton, Rodney Tillett (Chasity), Constance Tom, Nathan Kendrick (Laura), Renee Youngers (Nathan), Jacob Barnes (Danielle), Kevin Barnes, Tiani Barnes, Shayla Barnes (William), Mason Barnes (Leslie), Malia Barnes, Autumn Mersch (John), Michael Barnes, Dustin Gordon, Chris Gordon (Ursula), Scott Quiring (Stephanie), and Bryant Swanson; as well as 25 great-grandchildren.

Additional survivors include his sister, Darlene Rue of Hutchinson, Kansas, and his brother, Warren Sprague (Sandy) of Virginia.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Sharon Sprague; his sisters, Mary Lou Kelly and Alta Grindell; and his great-grandson, Austin.

In accordance with Virgil's wishes, cremation has taken place.

A memorial service will be held at 11:00 am, Thursday, August 6th, at Village Bible Church in Salina, Kansas.

Burial will follow at Gypsum City Cemetery in Gypsum, Kansas.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Rebecca A. Morrison House, in care of Carlson-Geisendorf Funeral Home.