Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1938
DIED
2022
FUNERAL HOME
Garold Sparks Obituary
Morley, MI
April 7, 1938 - June 1, 2022
Garold T. "Sparky" Sparks, age 84 of Morley, passed away Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at his home with his family by his side. He was born in Greenville on April 7, 1938, the son of Truman and Reva (Shank) Sparks. He married Beverly Seabolt on August 26, 1956 in Sparta and together they raised their family in Morley.
Garold retired from General Motors. He was a man of many talents that knew how to do everything and did it well. Garold's family was blessed as he was a good teacher and they were able to learn from him. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and riding his motorcycle with Beverly. Garold also liked to watch the Detroit Tigers and was a member of the NRA.
He is survived by his wife, Beverly Sparks of Morley; four children, Molly (David) Deal of Fremont, Sandy (Donald) Wright, Marvin (Trina) Sparks, Michael (Staci) Sparks, all of Morley; 12 grandchildren, Amy (Luke), Russell, Antony (Brenda), Donny, Fawn (Matt), Chad (Krystal), River, Summer (Kevin), Janine (George), Marvin (Alexandra), Michael, and Felicia; 31 great-grandchildren; ten great-great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Phyllis Detmer of Morley and Muriel Weessies of Kalkaska; and many nieces and nephews.
Garold was preceded in death by his parents and great-grandson PJ.
Funeral services will take place 2:00 p.m. Friday, June 3, 2022 at Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids with Pastor David Bongard from Luther Bible Chapel officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the funeral on Friday at the Funeral Home. Garold will be laid to rest at Aetna Township Cemetery in Morley.
Memorial contributions may be made in Garold's name to Emmanuel Hospice.
Share a memory or leave a condolence for the family by clicking the guestbook tab at www.daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Garold Sparks
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Garold Sparks's name
Memorial Events
for Garold Sparks
Jun
3
Visitation
1:00 p.m.
Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home - Big Rapids13985 Northland Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Jun
3
Jun
3
Funeral service
2:00 p.m.
Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home - Big Rapids13985 Northland Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307
Funeral services provided by:
Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home - Big Rapids13985 Northland Drive, Big Rapids, MI 49307
How to support Garold's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Garold Sparks's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
