Jessie Field

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Jessie Sprague was born January 4, 1935 to Percilla (Stevens) and Oliver Dee Sprague, in Overton Nevada.  She always said she was born “under the Christmas tree”. Jessie graduated from Moapa Valley High School in 1953.  In 1955 she married Conrad Simmons and they had two children, Michael and Teresa.  They later divorced.  In 1962, Jessie married the love of her life, Wilbur (Pal) Field, who brought with him, his daughter JoLynn.  Jessie was a kind and loving mother to her three children.

Jessie had various jobs throughout her life, but will be remembered for working in the Panaca Market for 36 years.  She made many friends while working there and everyone enjoyed visiting with her while doing their shopping.

Jessie was a lifelong member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints and held many callings throughout her life.

Our beloved mother passed away in the early morning of July 9, 2020. 

Jessie was preceded in death by her husband Pal, her parents, daughter-in-law Marilyn Simmons, son-in-law Larry Ross, brothers, Rulen and Bud Sprague and sister-in-law, Connie Sprague.  Surviving are her children: JoLynn Field, Michael Simmons, and Teresa (Joe) Adams; brothers Merlin Sprague and John (Rosa) Sprague; sister-in-law Betty Sprague; grandchildren: Jessica (Brian) Seppa, Amanda Nichols, Ericka Adams, Mike (Melissa) Adams, Nick (Tara) Adams, Lance (Molly) Simmons, Stephanie (Dan) Reese, Joe Adams Jr, and Tracy Adams; twenty great-grandchildren, cousins, nieces and nephews.

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  1. Jessie was a true friend. One of the first people I met when I moved to Panaca. She took me and my 4 small children under her wing. I loved to go to the Merc cuz you always saw her smiling face as you walked in. She will truly be missed. Love you Jessie!

  2. My , We will all miss Jessie, just think of aall the kids that knew her from the school across the street. she brought a smile to everyone and was a great neighbor there in paanc. We lived next door to them for 5 years in Panaca with children Debbie, Beth and Billy. Pal is also missed. the Beatie’s lived on the other side of Jessie. We often stopped by the Mec to inquire about her when passing thru from Texas to Wa. state. the last 20 years. A real nice person, caring and always ready to help. Thanks Bill Curd

  3. Jessie was a true legend in Panaca. She always brightened my day when I was at the Panaca Merc. Her smile was infectious and made everyone else smile a little more. Sure did love her and her family.