Helen D. Sprecher, 75, Howard

By Mitchell Now April 5, 2021 4:47 pm

Helen passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on April 2 after fighting a lengthy disease.

Funeral services will be 10 AM Tuesday, April 6 at St. John Lutheran Church in Howard.

Burial will follow at St. John Lutheran Cemetery.

The family will be present for visitation from 5-7 PM Monday at Willoughby Funeral Home with a prayer service at 7.

Masks are recommended at all services.

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