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Carolyn Sparks Obituary

SPARKS Carolyn D. Sparks, age 61, of Columbus, passed away Tuesday, March 25, 2008, at Mt. Carmel West Hospital. She is preceded in death by parents Kermit and Arlene Roar, son James E. Roar, and husband Ernest Sparks. She is survived by son, Kenneth Edwards Jr. of Galloway, OH; daughter, Teresa Sparks of Columbus, OH; and grandchildren, Timmy and Trisha Edwards. Friends may call Friday from 6-8 p.m. at THE TIDD FUNERAL HOME, 5265 Norwich St., Hilliard. A graveside service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at Forest Grove Cemetery in Plain City, OH with Rev. Melvin Yutzy officiating. www.tiddfuneralservice.com. Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Mar. 27, 2008.

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Deanne Hicks

March 28, 2008

Carolyn was a kind sweet soul and I will miss her dearly. I worked with her at CMI and she was one of the first employees to teach me all that I needed to know in the SI department...so resourceful. She knew where everything was and I learned a lot from her! Aside from her assistance on the job, she was the most spiritually gifted individual I have ever known. My spiritual walk with the Lord grew by leaps and bounds as a result of my conversations with Miss Carolyn. She and I had a nice talk shortly before her retirement from CMI so she could take care of her mother in her last days. Carolyn said she, herself, has lived a long fulfilling life and was looking forward to seeing her Jesus, but before she could meet Him, she needed to spend time with her own mother first. Teresa, prayers to you and your brother and your families. Your mother was a wonderful woman who touched this person more than you will ever know. I am blessed to know her. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

Kim Eggleston

March 27, 2008

Carolyn will be truely missed by all. She is in the hands of God now. Our thoughts & prayers are w/ the entire family. How can we forget the reese cup lady? (Friends at CompManagement/Sedgwick)

Wallace & Helen LeMaster

March 27, 2008

Carolyn and your Grandmother were wonderful neighbors for many many years. I will always cherish the memories that I have from our visits.
I pray that God comforts you through your time of sorrow, and each day gets easier. I'm truly sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers

Kent (Speedy as your mom called him) & Kelly Forster

March 27, 2008

Ken & Teresa -
I was very sorry to hear the news that Carolyn had passed away. Your mom was an "INCREDIBLE" woman and very dear to my family's heart. It saddens my heart when I drive by the house knowing that the "two incredible women" that once lived inside has now passed on, but I have memories that I will always look back on and smile. I was blessed to have known Carolyn and inspired by the woman that she was. I know she is looking down, telling us not to weep for she is in that beautiful land of joy and peace - with her beautiful Mother. I know your hearts are sadden but hold on to the fact that she was a Dear Saint of God and an Incredible person. I pray that each day gets easier and God just wraps you up in his arms and wipes the tears away. Love & prayers from our family to yours.

Nikki Conley

March 27, 2008

Teresa and Tim, Our prayers go out to the both of you in this time. Carolyn was such a wonderful aunt to Marisa and I. We didn't see her much in the last few years, but she was special in our hearts for all she did. It was great to see her just the other day and her smile. We love you guys. Love Nikki & Marisa

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