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RICK SPARKMAN Obituary

RICK SPARKMAN With sadness, we announce the sudden passing on Monday, December 17, 2012 at the age of 65. Loving husband to Rosemary. Loving father of Julie (Marko), Eryn (Paul) and Kyle (Mandy). He will be greatly missed by his nine little grandchildren Erika, Emma, Hannah, Cameron, Noah, Connor, Madison, Carter and Jackson. He will be sadly missed by his siblings Corrine (George) and Reg (Kathy). Visitation will be held in the W. John Thomas Funeral Home, 244 Victoria St. E., Alliston, one hour prior to the service. Funeral service will be held in the Chapel on Saturday, December 22, 2012 at 11 a.m. If desired, donations made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation or to the Diabetes Association would be appreciated. www.thomasfuneralhome.ca

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Published by Toronto Star on Dec. 19, 2012.

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Linda Pendlebury

January 2, 2013

Dear Rosemary and Family,
My thoughts have been with you everyday since I heard the sad news from Shirley. I always enjoyed hearing about your beautiful family when Rosemary worked here at CSA. Thinking of you. Linda Pendlebury

December 30, 2012

Aunt Rosemary and Family. I feel your pain. Im so sorry for your loss. I cant belive this happened. No words can take your pain away though they may comfort you at this time. love you all.. Uncle Rick it brings tears to my eyes. Ilove you and until we meet again.Though you are not here in person your spirit will always live on. Love you Debbie and Frank

December 27, 2012

Dear Rosemary:

I have learned from Lyn that your dear husband has passed away. We had dinner with yourself and Rick in the back yard of the Savidge's home quite a few years ago now. Lyn speaks of you often
and remarks on what a beautiful home and family you have. I hope that your well-being will be sustained by the love that your Grandchildren and children can impart.
With my most sincere condolences.

Rae Coman

December 23, 2012

Rosemary, I just found out & my heart breaks for you. You & Rick had such a special bond. My love to you & your family at this so terrible time. Love Nancy & Deryl

Gwen Campbell

December 22, 2012

My deepest condolences to you and your family Mrs Sparkman.

As the days and weeks pass,and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Friend,client and former co-worker.

December 22, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shirley Trowsse

December 21, 2012

Dear Rosemary,
We were very shocked & saddened to hear of Rick's sudden passing. Our heart goes out to you and your beautiful family at this very difficult time. You have been in our thoughts constantly. With love - Shirley & Peter xo

December 21, 2012

I worked with Rick for all of 10 months in 2001 and had the pleasure of many great conversations with him in the office. I always enjoyed spending time with him and his personality was evident in everything he did and said. You always knew where he stood. I enjoyed hearing about his cruises, his cottage and his family. I had the pleasure of spending lunch with him a couple of weeks ago and am glad I did. My condolences to Rosemary and the entire family.
"Danny"

Harold and Pauline Johnston

December 21, 2012

Our deepest condolences.

yvonnne Lefebvre

December 21, 2012

Rosemary and family.
My heart is heavy for you. My deepest sympathy.

Rob and Laura Martin

December 20, 2012

Our deepest sympathy to Rosemary and entire family. Rick will be missed.

Jane and Phil Coughlin

December 20, 2012

Kyle,Mandy and Family...You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Ashley Funchion

December 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Even though it is difficult to reminisce about the good times when you are grieving it is one way we can keep memories alive. Find comfort amongst friends and family.

Christine Ader

December 20, 2012

Dear Rosemary, So vey sad to hear news from Lyn. We are thinking of you all. We hope you can find some peace within your close family. We are away shortly until Feb - but hope we can reconnect after our return. Fond wishes, Chris and Stephen Ader

December 20, 2012

Kyle, Mandy and family....on behalf of the entire NBSO and Vendor Management team here at BMO on Simcoe Street...please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Harry Dykstra

Dennis Sparkman

December 19, 2012

It is sad to hear that Rick has left us for a while but we know he will that there will now be happy reunions in heaven. I remember our many happy times as children while our fathers played cards and we children shared times together in crowded sleeping quarters. As the song says Thanks for the memories

Hannah

December 19, 2012

To Grandpa, This is Hannah. I really miss you. I hope you know what your Christmas Presents are. You were a great grandpa. I hope you never died. Our whole family loves you and we will never forget you.

Charlie & Kay Mansfield

December 19, 2012

Rosemary,Julie,Eryn and Kyle

We were saddened to hear the news of Rick's passing.

I met Rick in the late 60's in high school. I remember hearing that great laugh the first day. Rick and I developed a wonderful friendship over that last year of school and continued to spend time together every morning on the train to work downtown. He would help you start your day off in a positive manner with that big smile and humouous outlook.

I will surely miss him.

Prayers and thoughts to all of the Family.

Charlie & Kay Mansfield

Ann Currie

December 19, 2012

So sorry to hear of Rick,s passing. He seemed so healthy when I left in nov for the south. Talked to him last week and was planning on seeing him over the holidays.
My sincere sympathy to all your family.

Eryn, Paul and the kids

December 19, 2012

We love you dad.

Corrine Vandebelt

December 19, 2012

Rick you are my youngest brother. I have loved you for 65 years and will continue for the rest of time. We will miss you.You may be gone but never forgotten.

Erin Medeiros

December 19, 2012

Kyle, Mandy and family, Thinking of you all during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May memories and good times give you comfort and help you heal. Lots of love and hugs, Ed and Erin xo

Marnie Kinsley

December 19, 2012

Kyle, Mandy and family,
Sincere condolences on your sad losses. May your memories sustain you in this difficult time.
Marnie Kinsley

Rob and Linda Holmes

December 19, 2012

Rick---you are forever linked to us through our mutual grandchildren and we are so grateful for the love and kindness you extended to our daughter, Mandy. You and Rosemary became dear friends of ours. You will be greatly missed in all of our lives

December 19, 2012

Rick you will be truly missed. What wonderful memories and chuckles we have shared over the years of our childhood family get-to-gethers. As adults I will always treasure the wonderful times we have had.
Lynne (cousin)

Melisa Perez

December 19, 2012

I will always remember Rick's Holly Jolly spirit -- whistling a song or singing in his office or in the hallway, discussing his bright ideas with great confidence to co-workers and clients, and of course no one will miss his loud chuckles and laughs.

No dull moments during my tenure as Rick's Associate in the Brampton Branch from 2006 - 2008, and I truly treasure the opportunity working for a great man, a kind Boss, a loving husband, a responsible father, and grandfather. Glad to see Rick's website is still active - one of my main contribution!

My deepest condolences Rosemary and to your family! My thoughts and prayers will all be with you in this trying time.

Rick, may you rest in peace!

Sharon Sparkman

December 19, 2012

Uncle Rick, in loving memory I will miss you always. Love you Sharon xo

Frederic Gauvin

December 19, 2012

Dear Rosemary & Family
I was shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Rick's passing. I knew Rick through my daughter Melissa Gauvin and Eryn.
Rick was always gracious and kind to Melissa and me.
We use to speak to each other at school functions as the girls were growing up.
My prayers go out to you, your family and friends.

steve robinson

December 19, 2012

After working closely with Rick for the last 15 years I can say that he will surely be missed in our offices, and can only imaging the void that will be left at home. I'll miss his talent for conversation and his professionalism.

Rick and I had an ongoing challenge as to who'd be the first in to make the coffee. Since his move to Alliston, he gave me a bit of a head start on that, but always encouraged me to make it a bit stronger. Ricks coffee measurement was simple, just tilt the can and pour until the filter was full.

Rick, you'll be dearly missed. My condolences to Rosemary and family.

Ray La Force

December 19, 2012

Dear Rosemary
I was absolutely shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Rick's passing. He was a good friend and my prayers go out to you and your family.

Niki Garcia

December 19, 2012

I will forever remember Rick for his wonderful spirit and dazzling smile.

My love to you all,
Niki

Melissa Gauvin

December 19, 2012

Remembering a wonderful man who I affectionately called Dad. Rick was always kind to me and welcomed me into his home. You are loved and I will miss you very much. XOXO

December 19, 2012

Dear Rosemary and family,we were shocked and saddened to learn of Ricks passing!We send you our most heartfelt condolences ! He certainly will be missed! Paula and Richard Powell

Carole & Marcel Levesque

December 19, 2012

There will be an empty chair at the Holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories of a wonderful man who adored his family and was a great friend to many.

Jane Garcia

December 19, 2012

Our hearts are broken that we have lost such a loving cousin/friend. We have so many memories of our wonderful times together and will treasure each of them forever. We love you all.
Janie & Leo

Christina Drybrough

December 19, 2012

Rick was a kind man with a ready smile and a genuine interest in all those around him. He will be greatly missed.

December 19, 2012

Dad; I love you and don't believe you are gone. I miss you with all of my heart.

Kyle & Mandy

Serge Zaina

December 19, 2012

Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences at this difficult time. Rick was a remarkable man and we here at RBC Dominion Securities are all better people for having known him. He will be greatly missed but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.

Reg & Cathy

December 19, 2012

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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