Tom A. Sparks Obituary (1931

Tom A. Sparks, 86, of Waldron, passed away Saturday, February 17, 2018 at Ashford Place Health Campus. Born October 5, 1931 in Indianapolis, he was the son of Chester A. Sparks and Clara (Thomas) Sparks. He married Maryjean (Berry) Sparks on August 11, 1951 and she preceded him on October 24, 2008. Survivors include daughters- Karen Barker (husband Bill) of Waldron, Julie Cunningham (husband Mark) of Lakeland, Florida, daughter-in-law Donna Sparks of Vevay, Indiana; 5 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, spouse, son Michael Sparks, 2 brothers and 1 sister. Mr. Sparks had lived in this area since 1961, after moving from Indianapolis. He graduated from Manual High School in 1949, and had been employed at Naval Avionics as a technical writer for 33 years, retiring in 1987. He was a US Air Force veteran, serving during the Korean War. In his younger years Tom enjoyed building, flying, and competing with controlled line model airplanes, and later evolved into radio controlled planes. He enjoyed tinkering around his farm, gardening, and working with his flowers. Funeral services will be 1:00 pm on Monday, February 26, 2018 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with visitation there from 11:00 am until the time of the service. Rev. David Humphrey will officiate, and burial will be in Blue Ridge Cemetery in Shelby County. Memorial contributions can be made to Shelbyville/Shelby County Animal Shelter in care of the funeral home.