James "Jim" Sparks
August 20, 2016
Jim Sparks, 60, passed away Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Taylor House Hospice.
Jim was born November 1, 1955 in Des Moines. He was a past board and active member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles #109. Jim loved spending time with his family and friends and was an avid outdoorsman. He enjoyed hunting and fishing.
Jim is survived by his son, James O’Brien Sparks; granddaughter, Londyn; mother, Louise Sparks; siblings, Debbie (Rick) Powell and Russ (Jules) Sparks; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Sparks; sister, Cheryl Bain Debolt; and his grandparents.
A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, August 27, 2016, at Avon Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Cassie Marie Douglas Vanzuuk
08/28/2016
I love u my uncle Jim. Prayers to my family Wish I could be there
Chris Stapleton
08/26/2016
Jim was a great guy. Always fun to talk to. My prayers are with the family.
Jim Smith
08/25/2016
Condolences to the Sparks family.
Jimmy was a great guy who I met over 40 years ago.
He'll be greatly missed.
RIP
Anna O'Brien-Smith
08/24/2016
Jimmy was a unique spirit that was loved by many. He was the light of his family and my heart breaks for them.
Jo Jo Gillespie
08/24/2016
OOH the Memories !!! Yes Jimmy was Such a Good Guy and So Kind. Iam sooo Sorry for All of his family and Friends. Fly High Jimmy !!!
DavidDeBolt
08/24/2016
Jimmy was a good friend of mine and he will be surely missed by many.
Ted and Kim Gentosi
08/23/2016
Jimmy was a very good friend to both of us and we will miss him dearly! We will remember all the good times that we've had, the laughs, fishing , hunting ,or just hanging out, many many memories . Our prayers and thoughts are with Dorothy,Deb,Rick,Rusty, Jamie and Londyn.
RIP Jimbob
Cyndy Crawford
08/23/2016
Jim is looking down on all his friends and family
I will miss him
shelley ewing
08/23/2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you. RIP
Rick and Linda Wells and Family
08/23/2016
So sorry to hear about the loss of Jim, he was a good guy and will be missed dearly. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family!!!!
Rose Boccella
08/23/2016
So sorry to hear about your father Jamie. I only met him a few times but he seemed a kind and gentle soul. Don and I will keep you and your family in our prayers.
Lisa mireles
08/22/2016
Jimmy , u will be missed ?? I'm so grateful to have known you jimmy ?? How I remember the fun times we had in are younger days ! RIP
Chad Douglas
08/22/2016
Going to miss you Uncle Jim. You were so loyal and protective of our family. I'm grateful for all the times we shared. I love and miss you all.
Cathy Bailey
08/22/2016
Jimmy was such a wonderful person..Sorry for your loss..he will be missed
Julie Antenucci
08/22/2016
Jimmy was truly a kind person. It was always a pleasure to see him. He will be missed. I'm so sorry for your loss.