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Richard G. Sparks

New Lenox, Illinois

Jan 3, 1939 – Mar 11, 2019

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BORN
January 3, 1939
DIED
March 11, 2019
LOCATION
New Lenox, Illinois

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Richard G. SparksRichard G. Sparks, 80, of New Lenox, formerly of Bridgeport, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, March 11, 2019. Rich was born in Jeffersonville, IN to the late John and Bessie (nee Dunn) Sparks. Beloved husband of Ruth (nee Corona); loving father of Richard (Rita) Sparks,...

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Rich was a great friend and great man he will be deeply missed. Always willing to help you if needed. What a great man. Prayers to Ruth and the SPARKS family. May he rest in peace and Please help the CUBS. Love and miss you SPARKY

I bowled and played Golf with Rich for the last 14 years. There will be something missing whenever the play Golf and bowl again. This was a shock to say the least. My prayers to the Family.I'm having a rough time getting over the loss of Rioh

Mr. Sparks was my coach at Donovan - 1974 - 1977.
Let me just say that I learned so much from Coach Sparks that resonates to this day 40+ years later.
Even though I was one of the last kids to make a team, he made me an All Star by being a great coach and an even greater man.

Thanks, Coach Sparks

Rich was a great man and will be missed by all.