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Edward "Wayne" Sparks

1939 - 2024

Edward "Wayne" Sparks obituary, 1939-2024, Richmond, VA

BORN

1939

DIED

2024

Edward Sparks Obituary

Edward Wayne Sparks, 85, born in Ridgeview, West Virginia, passed away peacefully at his current residence on Friday, March 29, 2024. Wayne was preceded in death by his loving wife of 57 years, Ruby. He is survived by his daughter, Linda Roop; son, Douglas Sparks; 4 grandchildren, Krystal Cleaver, Devan Mann (Jason), Logan Edwards (Tyler), and Wayne Sparks; 6 great-grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Wayne loved sports, he was an avid fan of the Washington Redskins and Cincinnati Reds. He especially loved The West Virginia Mountaineers, where he was a season ticket holder for many years.

In honor of Wayne's very generous nature, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of your choice.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Apr. 9 to Apr. 10, 2024.

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Chet "Kebe" Joseph

November 21, 2024

Wayne was a wonderful friend of mine when we were classmates in the early 1950´s at Sherman High School in Seth, WVa .He was always very affable and engaging and loved sports.As a matter of fact, he was the sports editor for the high school news paper. My sincere condolences to his Family. God bless you Wayne- rest in Heavenly Peace

Teresa

July 20, 2024

Uncle Wayne
To memorialize Uncle Wayne, is to remember him, to pay honor to him and his life well lived. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and a supportive grandfather. Linda and Doug you are both wonderful people, a true reflection of his values and his love . He was the Patriarch, the head of the household, and the head of his business. He was large in stature and had a bold presence. He could have a strong voice and did not hesitate to share his opinion. You KNEW which sports teams he liked and didn´t like, which politicians he favored and especially which ones he didn´t. He was also Very generous - oftentimes picking up the dinner tab or hosting us in Florida. We enjoyed his company tremendously. He was always welcoming, friendly and knowledge sharing.. We were in good hands when we ventured out with Uncle Wayne. Good times.

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