William Sparks was born in Arkansas on September 26, 1930. He married Mary Phillips on August 19, 1983. Mary was the sunlight of Bill’s life. They were so in love and did everything together. Mom will miss him always. They lived in LaCygne, Kansas until they moved to Idaho, where he was surrounded by his loved ones until he passed. His wife of 39 years will remain in Idaho.
Dad was survived by one blood daughter, Carolyn (Sparks), Zins, from North Dakota, and her kids, grandson Dustin (Brea) Zins, from North Dakota and granddaughter Brandy (Jessie) Schmaltz of Bismarck, North Dakota. Daughter Lorraine Davis, (Bill’s caregiver until he passed), granddaughters Amber (Matt) Cox, Lindy (Renee) Settles, Becky (Michael) Ducksworth, Kim (Jacob) Tschida. Great grandchildren; Katilin, Jordyn, Cade, Emma, Chloe, Ryan Marie, Torey, Izzy, Wyatt, Elena, Cole, and Blake Louis. Great-great granddaughter; Hudsyn Dale.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers: Argus Sparks, Idus Sparks and Eddie Sparks. He is survived by two brothers: Edmond and Bobby.