Michael Francis Sprecco 1953 - 2024
Mike Sprecco of Ventura, California, passed away on February 21st, 2024. He was 70 years old. Mike was born in Lakeside Ca. on March 10, 1953, to Ralph and Gretchen Sprecco (deceased). He attended high school at El Capitan High School in Lakeside California and graduated in 1971. After High School Mike joined the Navy and trained with the Naval Construction Battalions, better known as the “Seabees”. He later entered the International Union of Operating Engineers, most recently operating truck and off-shore cranes.
Michael is survived by his wife Beverly Booth of Ventura; Daughter Jasmine Hokulani Turley and grandchildren Maile (great-grand daughter Rhea Ann Hokulani Peters), LeiLei, and Hiva; Grandson Mathew Taylor (Erika) and great-grandchildren Chaylee, Chayden and Mason. Michael is the second of 14 siblings. Living siblings include Francine Sprecco, Patrick Sprecco (Alma), Paul Sprecco (Angelica), Mari Sprecco, Joe Sprecco (Christy), Teri Sprecco (Bill), Cathy Sprecco, Susie Sprecco, Chris Sprecco (Angie), Gerry Sprecco (Jennifer), Dominic Sprecco (Roxanne) and Toni Cashman (Tim). He is beloved and remembered with fondness by his many nieces and nephews.
Michael is predeceased by his sister Angelina Rose Sprecco, and his step-daughter Lisa Booth.
Michael is remembered for his love of family and experiencing life to its fullest. He lived for his wife, children and grandchildren. Beverly recalls the first time she and Michael met. She was sitting in a lounge, there was one open seat at the bar and Michael asked if he could sit. Although she laughingly recalled not being immediately impressed, she agreed to a later date. They went to a very nice steakhouse and he cautioned her then and there, to not get used to this. True to his word, their second date was at Taco Bell. She loved his sense of humor, honesty and his caring attitude. The rest, is their story together. Beverly said there are no words to describe their closeness, and that he had to be the “best husband ever.”
His daughter, Jasmine, remembers him letting her be wild and free and teaching her to fish, shoot a gun, drive a stick shift, catch snakes, play rough, and get dirty. He was a mentor to many with his larger-than-life example of a hard, gentle, strong, and loving man. While he often cautioned (with a wink) against much of what he was doing, his adventures inspired many others to travel and celebrate each day. He was an entertaining storyteller and musician with a generous heart and mischievous spirit. He loved the outdoors and enjoyed his frequent hunting and fishing trips with his father and brothers. He retired after decades with the International Union of Operating Engineers, most recently operating truck and off-shore cranes.
The Family wishes to thank all those who have reached out in support during this difficult time. Your love, prayers and concern continue to be a blessing.
Family and friends are invited to a viewing and gathering which will take place on Saturday evening March 23, 2024 from 4 to 7 pm at the Joseph P. Reardon Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 757 E. Main Street, Ventura.