Melvin "Jeep" Sprehe
April 13, 1928 - July 7, 2016
Melvin Sprehe, 88, of Watseka, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2016. He was born on April 13, 1928 in (Ash Grove) Buckley, IL, the son of Frederick Sprehe and Doretta (Teske) Sprehe. Mr. Sprehe married Margaret Schroeder in Watseka on April 16, 1993. Melvin was a Truck Driver for Weber Trucking in Loda, Il for nine years before retiring. He enjoyed doing handy man work outside. Surviving Mr. Sprehe is his wife, Margaret Sprehe of Watseka; one step-son, John Hoover of Watseka; one brother, Wilbur Sprehe of Rockford, IL; and several nieces and nephews. He is also preceded in death by both parents; one brother, Elroy Sprehe; and one sister, Florence Johnson. Graveside Services will be held on Tuesday, July 12, 2016 at 11:00 am, at Oak Hill Cemetery in Watseka. Burial to follow. Pastor Joseph Hughes will officiate. Memorials in Mr. Sprehe's name can be made to Donor’s Choice.
Melvin Sprehe, 88, of Watseka, IL, passed away on Thursday, July 7, 2016. He was born on April 13, 1928 in (Ash Grove) Buckley, IL, the son of Frederick Sprehe and Doretta (Teske) Sprehe. Mr. Sprehe married Margaret Schroeder in Watseka... View Obituary & Service Information