Rocky Mount - Frank Julius Sparks, 77, passed away Tuesday, October 9, 2012. He was born November 2, 1934 to the late Sterling Young and Isabel Stewart Sparks. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Mack G. Sparks.
Frank retired from Carolina Telephone after many years of devoted service. He looked forward to visiting with his friends at the local grill each morning. One of his favorite past-times was spending time at the family farm. Frank was a Hot Rod and Car Show enthusiast as well.
Left to cherish his memory, son, Steve Sparks and wife, Kim of Rocky Mount; fiance, Mae Adams of Elm City; daughters, Marti Sparks Brown and husband, Christopher of Greenville, and Jill Sparks Pittman of Wilson; six loving grandchildren; as well as a loving nephew and niece.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Lung Association, 514 Daniels Street, Raleigh, NC 27605.
The family will receive friends and relatives Wednesday, October 10, 2012 from 7:00-8:30pm at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm Thursday, October 11, 2012 at Elmwood Cemetery in Enfield.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 10/10, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Service
Elmwood Cemetery
23 Justice Branch Road
Enfield, NC 27823
Thursday 10/11, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Elmwood Cemetery
23 Justice Branch Road
Enfield, NC 27823
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
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I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. I remember you all very fondly, and Mr. Sparks was kind and fun; he made me happy as a boy, playing with Steve and me around the house over on Rosewood Avenue. He also coached us in flag football, the Panthers we were. I remember a play that he came up with, flankers in the flats. I wish I could be with you and remember together. I’m thinking of you, especially you, Steve. God bless the Sparks.
So sorry for your loss, our prayer and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Lit a candle in memory of Frank Julius Sparks
We love the Sparks’, and are very sorry for your loss. Although we did not personally know Frank, we have enjoyed spending time with his young un’s, a tribute to a life well-lived. Hope the sun will shine brighter on you all soon, and look look forward to better days with you all. Lou and Maureen.
We just learned of Franks passing. We had a get together in Va. I am his cousin Elizabeth Savage Brock’s daughter. I remember meeting Frank and we were all sad to hear of his passing. All of your Aunt Eva’s children have passed away Ronald’s wife Dot is the only survivor. Love to you all. Nancy Brock