Joan F. Sparks

Joan F. Sparks obituary, Cherry Hill, NJ

Joan F. Sparks

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Church of the Holy Eucharist

520 Medford Lakes Road -, Tabernacle, NJ 08088

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Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Church of the Holy Eucharist

520 Medford Lakes Road -, Tabernacle, NJ 08088

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Joan Sparks Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Mathis Funeral Home - Medford on Aug. 12, 2025.

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Joan F. Sparks, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025, at the age of 93. Born on March 28, 1932, in Camden, NJ, Joan lived a life of warmth and kindness that will be cherished by all who knew her.

Joan was the beloved wife of the late Glenn Sparks, Sr., and the cherished mother of the late Patricia Walter. Her love and guidance continue to live on through her devoted son and daughter-in-law, Glenn, Jr. and Trish Sparks. Joan's joy was multiplied with the arrival of each of her four grandchildren, James and Nick Sparks, and Devon and Patrick Walter. She also leaves behind several nieces and nephews.

She was an excellent cook, avid gardener and wonderful hostess. Joan's interests were simple yet profound, as she found her greatest joy in the company of her family.

Relatives and friends may greet the family on Monday, August 18, 2025, from 10-11AM, at the Church of the Holy Eucharist, 520 Medford Lakes Rd., Tabernacle, NJ. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11AM, at the church.

Private entombment will be in Calvary Cemetery and Mausoleum, Cherry Hill, NJ.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Samaritan Hospice at www.samaritannj.org

Arrangements are under the care and direction of the Mathis Funeral Home, Medford, NJ.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

18

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Church of the Holy Eucharist

520 Medford Lakes Road -, Tabernacle, NJ 08088

Send Flowers

Aug

18

Mass of Christian Burial

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Church of the Holy Eucharist

520 Medford Lakes Road -, Tabernacle, NJ 08088

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Mathis Funeral Home - Medford

Only 18 hours left for delivery to next service.