filiated with NAPA in 1968. In 1978, Sprad sold the business to General Automotive Parts (later Genuine Parts Co.). He served as Sales Manager at NAPA Indianapolis until his retirement in 1988. Sprad was involved in the community. He was active in the Lion's Club, coached football in Tabernacle's youth program as well as coaching in the YMCA's youth basketball program. He served as a deacon, elder and trustee at Irvington Presbyterian Church during 1965 to 1986. He later joined St. Luke's Methodist Church where he was a member until his death. Sprad enjoyed many years as a member of Junto of Indianapolis where he cherished the friendships he made. During his four years as a resident of Marquette Manor, Sprad volunteered in many activities and served as secretary of the Protestant Chapel, Inc. He enjoyed greeting friends on Sunday afternoons at the services. He leaves behind many dear friends, including the Marquette Staff. In 2016, Sprad was selected and went on the Indy Honor Flight to Washington, DC, accompanied by his daughter, Anne. The love of his life, Helen Hodges Spradling, preceded him in death after 64 years of marriage. Sprad is survived by his children, Cindy Mendenhall, Scott (Sherry) Spradling, and Anne (Craig) Fuson, his six grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, as well as his sister, Sara (Bob) LeBien. Calling will be Wednesday, May 24, from 4:00-7:00 pm at Leppert Mortuary - Nora and Thursday, May 25, at St Luke's Methodist Church from 1:00-2:00 pm. The service celebrating his life will be at St Luke's Methodist Church at 2:00 on Thursday. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Indy Honor Flight, P.O. Box 10, Plainfield, IN 46048; the Protestant Chapel, Inc. , 8140 Township Line Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260; or, Marquette Foundation, 8140 Township Line Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260 (Attention: Michael McGinley).