Michael Sparhawk

Michael Sparhawk obituary, Marshfield, MA

Michael Sparhawk

Michael Sparhawk Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by MacDonald Funeral Home - Marshfield on Jan. 3, 2026.
Michael Sparhawk of Marshfield passed away suddenly on December 12, 2025. Beloved husband of Edward (Davis) Sparhawk of Marshfield, he leaves his mother Cheryl Donahue and her longtime companion Howard Tyndall of Worcester, his aunt and uncle Karen and Jack Welch of Rutland, a cousin, Matthew Welch and his wife, Emily of Berlin, and many in-laws. Michael was predeceased by his grandparents Nancy and Paul (Papa) Donahue.

Michael graduated from Burncoat High School in Worcester and went on to become an accomplished meat cutter on the South Shore. He was an avid sports fan and loved all teams New England.

Funeral services, provided by the MacDonald Funeral Home of Marshfield, were private.

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