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Kenneth L. "Sparky" Sparks

1947 - 2014

Kenneth L. "Sparky" Sparks obituary, 1947-2014, Crestview, FL

BORN

1947

DIED

2014

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Brackney Funeral Service

480 E James Lee Blvd

Crestview, Florida

Kenneth Sparks Obituary

Kenneth L. "Sparky" Sparks, age 66, of Crestview, passed away Monday, March 31, 2014 at his home, with his family by his side. Mr. Sparks was born in Milan, Ind. on Aug. 16, 1947, he moved to Okaloosa County in 1979.

Mr. Sparks was a retired chief master sergeant with 26 years of service in the United States Air Force, a member of AmVets Post 35, Past 1st vice president with the State of Florida AmVets and a life member of the American Legion.

His parents, Edward and Ruthie Sparks; a brother, Marion Sparks; and a sister, Judy Sparks, preceded him in death.

Survivors are his wife, Pam Sparks; two sons Darian Sparks and Lorin Sparks; one brother, Michael Sparks; one sister, Carole Thomas; and four grandchildren, Aleshia, Sean, Isis, and Tim.

A memorial service with honors is at 10:15 a.m. Friday, April 4 at Barrancas National Cemetery.

Arrangements were provided by Brackney Funeral Service, Crestview.

Sign the guest book and offer condolences at http://brackneyfuneralservice.com or http://obits.crestviewbulletin.com.

The News Bulletin publishes north Okaloosa County residents and former residents' obituaries for $45 including a photo. Family members should write the obituaries and funeral homes should submit them to the newspaper for confirmation. Call 850-682-6524 or email [email protected] for more information.


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Published by The Crestview News Bulletin from Apr. 3 to May 3, 2014.

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May 2, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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April 22, 2014

My deepest sympathy goes out to you for your loss. May the hearer of prayer grant you peace at this time (Psalm 65:2), May God give you strength, comfort, support and peace.

April 14, 2014

My condolences to the family during this sad time. (Psalm 18:2) ~ Nicky

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