Debbie Sparks Obituary
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She was born on Wednesday, July 5, 1961, in Indianapolis, Indiana, the daughter of Helen Matthews Wing and Jerry Wing, with her grandparents; Fannie and Bennie Matthews, playing an integral part in her rearing. Debbie was a graduate of Barren County High School and furthered her career at Eastern Kentucky University. Debbie was employed with the Pulaski County School System for over 13 years, where she served as a Speech Assistant. She was united in marriage to the love of her life, David E. Sparks, in Glasgow, Kentucky, on December 20, 1980. Together, they celebrated over 44 years of marriage. Debbie enjoyed camping, boating, and shopping, and she loved her grandkids with all her heart. She loved the Lord and was considered a prayer warrior and an inspiration to those who knew her. She was an active member of the Oak Hill Baptist Church. Because of her love for children, she became the nursery school director and then continued to serve passionately in the OHBC children's ministry for over 30 years. Debbie was a member of the Corvette Club and had a genuine love for chocolates. She was a loving, kindhearted, and generous person who will be sadly missed by those who knew and loved her.
She leaves behind to cherish her precious memories, her beloved husband, David E. Sparks of Somerset, two devoted children, Ashlie Candice (Rodney) Baugh and Justin Matthew Sparks, all of Somerset, and four grandchildren: Addy Baugh, Nash Baugh, Camden Sparks, and Weston Sparks, her mother, Helen Matthews Wing and step-father Jerry Wing, and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents, Bennie and Fannie Matthews.
Visitation will be from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, in the Chapel of Oak Hill Baptist Church, 2135 Oak Hill Road, Somerset, Kentucky, 42503, and again on Wednesday, October 22nd, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A Celebration of Life Service will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, at the church with Pastor Gary Phelps, Pastor Alan Fisher, and Bro. Matt Tucker Officiating. Interment will be in the Mill Springs National Cemetery in Nancy, Kentucky.
Active Pallbearers will be Rodney Baugh, Ryan Williams, Bob Williams, Larry Witt, Bob Sexton, and Randy Thompson.
In Lieu of Flowers, contributions are suggested to Hospice of Lake Cumberland, 100 Parkway Drive, Somerset, Kentucky 42503.
You may also offer condolences and sign the Online Tribute Book at www.somersetundertaking.com.
Somerset Undertaking Co. & Crematory is entrusted with the arrangements for Deborah S. "Debbie" Sparks.
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