Lloyd R. Bourne

Lloyd R. Bourne died Saturday, Nov. 30, at the age of 76, following the victory of the Lind-Ritzville/Sprague Bronco football team. His battle with cancer was brief, but his choice to embrace moments with family and friends during that battle was inspiring. He was born Nov. 3, 1937, in Orofino, Idaho, to Harry and Myrne (Hember) Bourne.

He graduated from Sprague High School in 1955 and married Maureen Smith in 1957. This 56-year marriage was spent farming land known as Hearty Acres.

Lloyd was very active throughout his life. He was a member of St. Johns Lutheran Church where he served as Counc...