Richard L Sparks

Richard L Sparks obituary, Louisville, KY

Richard L Sparks

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Richard Sparks Obituary

Richard L Sparks, 67, passed away on July 16, 2025.  He retired from Modine Manufacturing. Richard enjoyed fishing, playing the lottery and poker. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and a good friend to many.   

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ywell and Irene Sparks; sister, Pam Greer and brother, Wayne Sparks.

Richard is survived by his beloved wife Lisa (Heise) Sparks; sons, Ricky A. Sparks and Mark Anthony Spencer; sister, Lisa (Willie) Cheatham; grandchildren, Savannah, Eli, Gracie, Dallas, Wyatt and Ryleigh and several nephews and friends. 

A memorial gathering will be July 25, 2025, at Newcomer Cremations, Funerals & Receptions, Southwest Louisville Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY from 2pm-5pm.

To leave a special memory of Richard for the family, please visit the "Guestbook" below. 

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Memorial Gathering

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Newcomer Funeral Home, Southwest Louisville

10304 Dixie Hwy, Louisville, KY 40272

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