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Obituary: Margaret (Marge) Spruit

Margaret (Marge) Spruit

July 11, 1948 – May, 6, 2014

Margaret Spruit (Marge), a longtime resident of Frisco, passed away on May 6 after a brief illness. Marge was preceded in death by her parents, Jake and Mildred Spruit, sister Jean Medendorp, brother-in-law Bill Ketchum, and her beloved husband, Tom Wynant. She is survived by her brothers, Jim Wysocki (Marcia), Don Spruit (Margaret) and Jake Spruit (Anne) and her sisters, Anne Ketchum, Joanne Schanz (Robert), and Mary Buist (Dennis) and brother-in-law Roger Medendorp. She is survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, who played a very important role in her life. She is also survived by Tom’s children, Craig Wynant (Sandy) and Cristy Wynant (Steve).

Marge grew up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, graduating from West Catholic High School and Grand Valley State College. She was an avid fan of Michigan State, the Denver Broncos and the Colorado Rockies. She enjoyed music, especially jazz concerts. Marge loved living in the West, enjoying skiing, camping, hiking and the people. She was a friend to many, always ready to lend a hand. She was admired for her loving, long-term care of her husband Tom and was very appreciative of the support she received while caring for him. Stanlie, her canine companion, was always seen at her side.

Marge has been cremated and a memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Summit County Animal Control and Shelter, PO Box 5225, Frisco, CO 80443 or to a charity of choice.


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