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Howard Sparrow

McAllen, Texas

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Howard SparrowMERCEDES, TX. -Howard Sparrow, long-time Valley businessman, Mercedes resident and civic leader, died peacefully at the age of 88 on November 6, 2007.Howard Gaines Sparrow was born the second of seven children to Ryan Finley and Mary Moody Sparrow of Lavaca, Alabama. He joined the...

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With Mr. Howard Sparrow's anniversary of his passing this November 6 and Veterans Day soon to follow, I would like to express some thoughts of this great gentleman. I still have memories of my high school years working for Mr. Sparrow as my first employer at his business the Queen City Laundry and Dry Cleaners. I learned a lot from his work ethic and generally how friendly and fair he treated his employees, customers and the entire community. I admired his bravery as a veteran having...

Chip,
My sister Olga informed me of your father's passing and I am truly sorry to hear the sad news. I was privileged to have had Howard as my first employer at Queen City Laundry while I was in High School and my first year in college. I learned alot from him and his two foremen Roy Galvan and Lugardo Cantu. I very much respected this great gentleman for his kindmess and caring for his employees and the community he served. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with...

Dear Sparrow Family,

We were so sorry to hear about the death of Howard. May the thoughts and prayers of those who care about you ease your sadness and may the wonderful memories you have bring you comfort.

With deepest sympathy,

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Betty, Charlie informed me of Howard"s passing. Just wanted you to know I am thinking about you and your family. Love, Mary Ann

Please accept my sympathy at the loss of your father. He was a very kind gentle person who deeply loved his family. My father (Finis Morris) always spoke very highly of your father and had the greatest respect for him. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Chip:

My condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father.

So sorry to hear of your loss Chip, Judy and the rest of the Sparrow family. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.

Our DEEPEST SYMPATHY. It was our GREATEST PLEASURE and HONOR to get to meet the Sparrow family.

Patricia Moore
Magic Valley Health Srs.