Brent C. Sprange
May 8, 1972 ~ March 28, 2014
Resided in:
Fletcher, NC
Brent Copeland Sprange, 41, died unexpectedly on Friday, March 28th, 2014.
Brent was born in Greensboro, NC on May 8, 1972.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Joe and Mary Elizabeth Gaines of Bowling Green, KY, Margaret and Walter Sprange of Toronto, Canada and his beloved aunt, Sharon Hatton also of Toronto, Canada.
Brent served as a paramedic in Greensboro, NC prior to attending the University of North Carolina at Greensboro, where he graduated cum laude in Biology. Following UNCG, he went to East Carolina University to pursue his career in medicine. For the last 10 years, he practiced as a Physician's Assistant in the Asheville area.
Brent is survived by his wife, Reeves Anthony Sprange and two daughters, Lucy Gaines and Violet Elizabeth; his mother, Rianna and George Philpott; his father, Walter James Sprange and Sheila Ramdewar, and his brother Scott James Sprange. He is also survived by his two step sisters; Sarah Coggins and her husband, Trent, and Mary Philpott and her husband, Mark; his parents-in-law Burwell and Patt Anthony; brother-in-law, Rob Anthony and his wife, Jen; sister-in-law, Boyd Long and her husband, Josh, and many nieces and nephews.
He will always be known for the love he had for his family, friends and career. Brent was a devoted father and husband. Reeves, Lucy Gaines and Violet were the light of his life. He was an amazing story teller and the love he exuded for his family and friends was extraordinary. He will be remembered for his remarkable sense of humor and fierce joy in competition.
A funeral service will be held at Central United Methodist Church in Asheville on Tuesday, April 1st at 3 pm. Visitation with the family will precede the service from 1:30-2:30 pm.
In lieu of flowers, there has been an educational fund established for Lucy Gaines and Violet in honor of their father. For further information, please call 828-250-8732 or email james.bowers@morganstanley.com.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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I want to express my condolences and sympathy for Reeves and the entire family at the loss of Brent Sprange, PA. Our hospital family is still stunned by the death of Brent and he will be greatly missed. God bless.
I want to express my deepest sympathy for Reece, the girls and the rest of the family. Reeves I wish I could have done more for you that morning in the ER. N0 words can ever say how much we will miss our coworker. There will never be another Brent 1/2 of the hawaiian 5-0 team .
Reeves, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Brent! I cannot imagine what you and the girls are going through right now. Brent was a wonderful person, father, and husband. He will be greatly missed as a husband, father, friend and coworker. You are in our prayers, Please let us know if there is anything you need!
– Jennifer and Derrick Barnes
My deepest sympathies to the Sprange family. I was honored to work with Brent — a wonderful PA, but more importantly, just a great guy! I pray for peace & strength for Reeves, the girls & all of the family.
Brent and I grew up together in Greensboro. He was one of my best friends during my teens years and although I have not spoken with him in year my heart breaks for him, his family and friends. I have fond memories of him coming over to join our family in game night.
I pray for peace for your family and am so sorry for the lose of this sweet soul.
Lisa Eaton (Woodfield)
It was more than an honor to work with you for the past several years. You always made a point to stop and speak to me no matter how busy you were! From the beginnings at Rutherford Hospital to our last conversation on Tuesday night, you always managed to put a smile on my face. You will be deeply missed by all and may you rest in peace. Prayers to the family in this very difficult time.
My heart goes out to The family during this sad horrible time. My prayer are with you Reeves that you , your girls and your family will find some peace and relief during this time. Brebt was a really fine man. Emma Currigan and girls.
My deepest condolences to Ryanna, Scott, Reeves, and his daughters. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends. I know the world has lost an irreplaceable human being. Lisa Pleasants
Reeves, we haven’t seen each other in over twenty years, but I am so sorry to hear this news. You and your beautiful daughters are in our thoughts and prayers. Your old friends in Greensboro are here to help any way we can.
Rianna, I want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family in this time of great sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our hearts ache for your loss. We are thinking of all of you at this sad time. Take care of each other and remember the good times you had together. Brent was a very outgoing and spontaneous fellow and will be missed by many.
Reeves, I have not seen you in years, but want to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I hope that you can find the peace and comfort that you will need.
My prayers go out to the Sprange family. Brent was my co worker at Park Ridge and a friend . He always picked on me and keep me on my toes. I will truly miss him. I already do. Miss him saying Tonka how are you. He was so full of life and always smiling that big smile of his. And he loved talking about his beautiful wife and his beautiful girls. He will be truly missed by all.
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
So long my friend!I will miss your smile and your humor. You made such an impact on our ED family. My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to Reeves, Lucy, Violet and the rest of the family. May God give you unbelievable strength and courage to carry on and may you always feel the love Brent had for you.
I so enjoyed working with Brent at Park Ridge. I don’t think I ever saw him in a bad mood. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May you feel peace and be blessed by his memory.
I am here for you.
Dear Reeves, my heart is heavy for you and your family. May you all find strength in your love for a husband, father and friend. If there is anything a childhood pal in CA can do, I will.
This tribute to Brent is both sorrowful and uplifting. The manner in which he chose to live his life is inspiring and an example for all of us. His is an extended family filled with more love than I have ever witnessed. This is such a tragedy for Reeves, Lucy, and Violet. Jay and I extend our love to the whole family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sprange family.. Have fond memories of Wally from the EHL. Sympathy to Brent’s family.
I want to express to you and your family my deepest
sympathy. I worked with Brent at
Rutherford Regional. Brent also saw me
as a patient last year. He was a great
and funny guy, and a caring person. It
was my honor to know him.
Powell Proctor
Brent:
You will be sorely missed by your friends and family still here on earth. You were an excellent Paramedic as well as a Physician’s Asst. You always exhibited such professionalism and compassion. I will miss you and pray for you and the comfort of your family.
Peter Gorman, Paramedic
Rianna, I was shocked and greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Brent. Brent was a role model for many of those he met and I admired his tenacity and spirit. From his early years in EMS at GTCC to his years at UNCG and ECU, you knew Brent was special. Always smiling and outgoing, he enjoyed life. Thank you for sharing Brent with us. Let me express my deepest sympathy to you, Scott, Reeves, Lucy and Violet; no words can really express condolences at a time of great loss. God be with you and keep you strong in the days ahead. Ed Knight
Dear Reeves and daughters and Rianna and Scott,
I am so sorry to hear of Brent’s sudden death. Words can not express my sympathy for what you are experiencing. Please let me know if there is any thing in the future that I can assist you with.
I know he will be missed by all of you. Sincerely wishing you the best and time to heal from this personal tragedy.
Rianna & family,
We are so sorry about the loss of Brent. We wanted you to know you and your family are in our prayers. God Bless!!
Thanks for the comments.I am his daughter.