Dawn Patricia Sparks

September 20, 1969 - February 11, 2015

Dawn Patricia Sparks obituary, September 20, 1969-February 11, 2015, Nanaimo, BC

Dawn Patricia Sparks

September 20, 1969 - February 11, 2015

BORN

September 20, 1969

DIED

February 11, 2015

Dawn Sparks Obituary

Published by Nanaimo Daily News from Feb. 21 to Feb. 23, 2015.
In Loving Memory of Dawn Patricia (Crabbe) Sparks September 20, 1969 - February 11, 2015 . It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Dawn Sparks on February 11th after a courageous battle with cancer. She will be greatly missed by beloved husband Shane, daughters Amara and Tarynn, and son Shae, mother Sharann Crabbe, sister Tracy Cramer (Randy), brother Cory (Leslie) Crabbe, grandfather James Sutton and numerous extended family members. Predeceased by father Frank Crabbe (2004) and grandmother Julie Sutton (2004). Dawn's devotion to her children was immeasurable and she fully immersed herself into their many activities. She had a special passion for her job and loved the people she worked with at Front Counter BC as a Natural Resource Officer. Dawn touched many lives and is remembered and loved by all. "Some people come in our lives and quickly go…. some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts…and we are changed forever". A celebration of Dawn's life will be held at Beban Park Auditorium on February 26th at 1pm.

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March 24, 2019

Anita and Randy Arden posted to the memorial.

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Gail Beck posted to the memorial.

February 26, 2015

Diane and Terry Norman posted to the memorial.

11 Entries

Anita and Randy Arden

March 24, 2019

Was thinking about you. We miss you Dawn.

Gail Beck

February 17, 2019

Especially remembering you at this time, Dawn, on the 4th anniversary of your passing. I think of you so often and continue to miss your presence in my life. My thoughts go out to your family and friends as well -- you were truly a special person and continue to be missed by so many!

Diane and Terry Norman

February 26, 2015

Sharon and family, Our sincere sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with you.

Michele Jarvis-Wonnacott

February 25, 2015

Sweet Dawn, I remember you as a feisty we girl full of fire and laughter. I am a firm believer in Heaven and yet I still feel the energetic loss radiating from your passing. The send elf loss to all of those whom knew you is tangible. Your passing is a great loss to those who knew you yet knowing you is truly a gain for all. Blessings on your journey on the other side and Im sure you will be just as busy and involved in the lives of all whom you love. Love to you Dawn and to all whom feel the loss of you....ohm Michele Jarvis-Wonnacott

Chris Potvin

February 23, 2015

Dawn, I did not work with you for very long but enjoyed our time together. My heart goes out to your family who must now live on without you. You have fought a very gallant fight and I only wish the outcome was so very differnt.

Audra Chapman

February 21, 2015

Thinking of you Shane. Dawn is beautiful, and I'm sure she was a beautiful wife and mother as well.
We are so sorry.
All our love Grant and Audra (Kehler) Chapman.

Bernadette klowak

February 21, 2015

Although I never met Dawn in person I felt as though I knew her well through the love and friendship she had with my Sister Maureen Zavesiczky .They were close freinds and my sister talk about her all the time.Maureen would tell me what a beautiful spirit and fighter Dawn was,It made me admire her more and more.i feel as though I too lost a friend in Dawn through the pain and grief my sister is going through,
I am thankful that some as special as Dawn touch my sister and gave her such a dear friendship.
I know she will be missed by many and never forgotten as she will be in their Hearts.
My prayers go to her Family that they may heal is this very sad sad time.
Bernadette Klowak
Winnipeg Manitoba.

Simone Engels

February 21, 2015

Your light will continue to shine into eternity and you will live on in our hearts. It was a privilege to have known you. My thoughts are with your family and friends. Sending peace and love.

Maureen Zavesiczky

February 21, 2015

A shining light whose flame will never go out in my heart love you!

Gail Beck

February 21, 2015

Forever in our hearts

December 24th 2013

Maureen Zavesiczky

February 21, 2015

I will never forget your friendship and our many laughs. You were the bravest of them all and I will miss you dear Dawn...love you, Maureen

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