Lance Eugene Sparks

Lance Eugene Sparks obituary

Lance Eugene Sparks

Lance Sparks Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Follis & Sons Chapel - Fredericktown on Aug. 29, 2025.
Lance Eugene Sparks was born April 21, 1961, in Washington, Missouri the son of Louis E. and Pearl Evelyn (Turntine) Sparks and passed away on August 26, 2025, at the age of 64 years.

Lance was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters Rhonda Bilyea, Patrice Hartnitt and one brother Kevin Sparks.

Lance is survived by his wife Ruth (Kindelsparger) Sparks who he married on March 3, 1990, at Graniteville, Missouri. One son Justin Sparks of Farmington, two daughters Lori Boyer of Imperial and Andrea Sparks of Farmington. One brother Dennis Sparks, two sisters Tami McDaniel and Debbie Joffer.

Six (6) grandchildren Seth Boyer, Sean Boyer, Ellie Boyer, Wesley Boyer, Phoebe Sparks and baby boy on the way.

Lance attended Higdon Christian Church. He enjoyed family, wildlife and working.

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