Gordon Sparks
March 29, 2015
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Gordon Sparks, 58, was born September 13, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa to David and Eleanor Sparks. He passed away on March 29, 2015.
Gordon graduated from Oxford High School in 1974. He then worked for Mid-American Energy for many years as an IT Manager.
Gordon was an inquisitive and analytical man with a continuous desire to learn new things. He could pick up a book and become an expert on any hobby. Most recently, rockhounding and reviving audio equipment. He had a passion for music, photography and outdoor activities. Gordon shared his wealth of knowledge with others through his stories.
He had many friends and loved ones and will be missed dearly by all.
Gordon is survived by his children, Hattie (Brad) Grant, Shawn (T.J.) Cory, Shane (Jen) Sparks, Ben (Valerie) Sparks, and Telsa (Ryan) Comunale; 13 grandchildren; father, David E. Sparks; brothers, Terry (Sharon) Sparks, David R. (Connie) Sparks, Bruce (Cindy) Sparks, and Brent (Teri) Sparks; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor, and brother, Joseph Sparks.
Online condolences may be expressed at
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Vicki Sparks
11/06/2015
Miss you Gordon. Miss your scary stories narrated by guitar, when we were younger. You taught us how to be resilient, and stand for what you believe in, a Sparks family trait. Will never forget you... God bless your family...
Telsa (Sparks) Comunale
04/06/2015
Thank you for your condolences. Our dad was one of a kind! He taught us so many things and was such a loyal friend to many. Our family truly appreciates your words of support.
Chester Zukowski
04/06/2015
To the Sparks family. I worked with Gordon for a number of years at MidAmerican and my memories of him are all great. I am so sorry for your loss, he was a good friend & truly will be missed by many.
Connie Swim Cook
04/02/2015
I want to add our condolences on behalf of Jim "Doc" Swim. We have some great memories of time spent with Gordon and the entire Sparks family. Rest in Peace, Gordon.
Taylor Smith
04/02/2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Gordon was a true mensch and a joy to work with, so affable and genuine. He is missed.
Linda Jennings
04/02/2015
My condolences to the entire Sparks family. My memories of Gordon go back many years. He was a very sweet boy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Cathy Fredrick
04/02/2015
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Gordan for many years at Mid American and we still remained friends after. He was truly a very thoughtful person and always fun to be around. I will miss his laughter and how he just always enjoyed himself...and the love he found learning to play the guitar.
Chandra Shekar Gokaraju
04/01/2015
I am very sorry for your loss. I have worked under Gordon in the same company and it was a pleasure working with him. For me, he was a great mentor and a true person.
Lisa Deputy-Tessum
04/01/2015
May God Bless your family at this difficult time. I worked with Gordon for several years and always thought he was one of the good guys! Not only was he intelligent but such a gentleman. His sense of humor always made working with him enjoyable! I will miss Gordon but am thankful he is no longer in pain! Rest Peacefully Gordo! Your Friend Deputy!
Rusty Jane Beebe
03/31/2015
So Sorry for Your loss.... Thoughts and Prayers for his Friends and Family..... We think of You Spark's all the time.