That is sad news indeed, Karlis. My deepest sympathies to everyone. 
Tim Scarlett

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On Aug 22, 2012, at 11:50 AM, Karlis Karklins <[log in to unmask]> wrote:

> Hello everyone,
> It is with a very heavy heart that I must pass on the news that my dear old
> friend, Rick Sprague, passed away on Monday, 20 August, at the age of 79.
> As most of you know, Rick was active in historical archaeology during his
> long and distinguished career and also a vital participant in the Society
> for Historical Archaeology. He was a mentor to many who have since gone on
> to work in archaeology and material culture research. I am thankful that I
> can count myself among these individuals. I owe much to Rick and cherish
> his friendship which spans four decades. We had many a good time together
> and I will very much miss not being able to have a beer and a good laugh
> with him once again. Maybe in the next world.
> For those of you who can make it, an informal celebration of Rick's life
> will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, 24 August, at the Unitarian Church in
> Moscow, Idaho. A potluck reception will immediately follow services
> downstairs at the Unitarian Church and everyone is welcome.
> 
> For a full obituary and to make on-line condolences please see:
> http://shortsfuneralchapel.com/archives/1087
> 
> In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to:
> 
> The Roderick Sprague Endowment,Department of Sociology & Anthropology, c/o
> University of Idaho Foundation, Inc., PO Box 443147 Moscow, ID 83844-3147 *
> www.uidaho.edu/class/socanthro* <http://www.uidaho.edu/class/socanthro>,
> 
> or
> 
> The Roderick & Linda F. Sprague Research Library, c/o Fort Walla Walla
> Museum, 755 Myra Road, Walla Walla, WA 99362-8035, *
> www.fortwallawallamuseum.org/* <http://www.fortwallawallamuseum.org/>.
> 
> Karlis