Walt Sprenger

Walter Junior Sprenger, 86, of Lake Kiowa, TX, passed away April 24, 2020 in Lake Kiowa.

Walt was born January 23, 1934 in Mt. Pleasant, MI to Walter William and Grace Lesta (Thompson) Sprenger.  He married the love of his life, Susan Amelia Riggs, on April 14, 2002 in Lake Kiowa, after having been brought together at their 45th high school class reunion.  Mr. Sprenger received his Bachelor’s Degree from New Hampshire college.  He served 26 years in the U.S. Air Force, obtaining the rank of Lieutenant Colonel.  Following his military service, Mr. Sprenger was a pilot for Delta Airlines for 26 years.  He retired following 5 years of employment with the Federal Aviation Administration.  In his free time, Mr. Sprenger enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing.  Walt and Sue enjoyed traveling and playing golf and Bridge together.  He was a member of the Lake Kiowa Golf Association.

Survivors include: wife Sue Sprenger of Lake Kiowa; son Keith Sprenger and wife Michele of Denison, TX; daughter Kim Sprenger of Whitesboro, TX; son Shawn Sprenger and wife Stephanie of Arvada, CO; grandchildren: Nick, Max, Izzy, and Sophie; brother Tony Sprenger and wife Donia of Naples, FL; and brother Donel Sprenger of Naples.

Mr. Sprenger was preceded in death by: mother Grace Cowling; father Walter W. Sprenger; brother Daniel Sprenger; sister Ethel Sprenger; and sister-in-law Nita Sprenger.

A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a future date.  Arrangements are under the care of Geo. J. Carroll & Son Funeral Home.

Memorial contributions may be made to Indian Creek Volunteer Fire Department.