of Paris, AR
January 11, 1933 - April 18, 2017
Tony E. Sparks, 84, a resident of Paris passed away Tuesday, April 18, 2017, at his home.
He was born January 11, 1933, in Safford, Arizona to the late Charles and Vella (Sigler) Sparks. Tony served in the United States Navy during the Korean Conflict. After his military service he worked as a pipefitter. He married Betty Hughes on July 19, 1980, in Lake Isabella, California. In addition to his parents Tony is preceded in death by a daughter, Caroline Moore and numerous brothers and sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 36 years, Betty Sparks of Paris; a son, Ed Sparks and his wife, Judy of Boron, California; five daughters, Marilyn DuPriest and her husband, Frankie of South Bend, Indiana, Diane Sparks of Fort Smith, Melissa Perkins and her husband, Jeff of Bakersfield, California, Sandra O'Brien and her husband, John of Paris and Susan Cantrell of Blanchard, Oklahoma; three sisters, Patricia Sparks of Bakersfield, California, JoAnn Byrd of Broken Arrow, Oklahoma and Viva Scott of Cal City, California; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Visitation will be 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday, April 21, 2017, at the Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Graveside services will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, April 22, 2017, at the Oakwood Cemetery in Paris. Burial with military honors provided by the United States Navy Honor Guard will follow under the direction of Roller Funeral Home.
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11 Condolence(s)
Frank&Cindy Marley
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
You will be missed Uncle Tony. I will always think of you as my uncle even though you were Frank's. When you entered through those golden gates you were no longer in pain,so rest in peace dear uncle tony. We shall always love and miss you.. Prayers to you Aunt Betty and the rest of the family in this most sad time.
Scott Cullen
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Tony you were my Father in Law for almost 20 years and although we didn't always see eye to eye on things you always had my respect and admiration as a Veteran and one of the best men I've ever known! I have missed our projects and fishing trips together! Fair winds and Following Seas Sailor Heavens gettin a good one!
Dottie Maselli
Wednesday, April 19, 2017
Uncle Tony you will be missed. Please hug my Nanny and Papa for me. Until we meet again!
Deric English
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
My sincere condolence is being sent to the family of Mr. Sparks. He was my youth football coach, worked with my father at U.S. Borax & Chemical Corporation in Boron, California, and was a friend to everyone. I hope and pray that my memories of him will lessen the sense of loss--until we meet again. RIP
Joyce Friddle
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
So sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.
Sheri Turner and family,
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Prayers to the family during these difficult times.
Lindsey Michelle Carter
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
I am sending deep condolences to the family during this difficult time.
Ted bynum
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
You were one of the quarter back club we once had in boron you will be missed
Diana and Gail Andrews
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
We are so sad about losing our Uncle Tony, he was the last of the boys to go, so sorry for the family's loss, I know what you all are going through. I loved my Uncle so much, he was always so much fun, even though they lived in another state I felt so close to him, my whole life I loved him, he will be missed so much. I know he is with his family that has already passed, God Bless you all and with GOD you will make it through this. Love to you all
Diana and Gail
Cheryl Sparks
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Uncle Tony, I've always loved you, and someday we will meet again, I'm sure you had a huge welcome in Heaven, because you are so loved !!! My love and prayers Aunt Betty and to all those who loved you.
Keasha Clayton
Tuesday, April 18, 2017
Tony, I've known you pretty much my entire life. You were a huge part of my childhood and I have many great memories with you. You were like a grandfather to me and I loved you dearly. I'm so thankful I was able to visit with you one last time before you passed on. And now you and Charlie are together once again. Rest in Peace Tony, and so much love to Sandy and Betty.