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JOHN BILLY SPARROW, SR.
On May 1, 2014 went home to be with the Lord. A gathering of family and friends will be held on Friday, May 9, 2014 at Vermont Avenue Baptist Church, 1630 Vermont Ave., NW, Visitation at 9 a.m., Service 11 a.m. Interment on Saturday, May 10, 2014 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Covington, VA at 3:30 p.m. Additional viewing at Arrittis Funeral Home in Covington, VA from 2 to 3 p.m. Arrangements by JOHNSON & JENKINS FUNERAL HOME.www.johnsonandjenkinsfh.com
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for JOHN SPARROW
Donna Butler
March 19, 2023
My principal in harrison school
Crystal Dove Wiggins
May 15, 2020
Doc Sparrow, a man that loved life to its fullest and lived it without any apologies. He loved his family and friends, enjoyed laughter, and stepping out with his white shoes at Summertime. When I think of Doc, I think of him with my father and the few select buddies that used to meet at my dads house on Fridays (after work) to imbibe, tell tales, and laugh throughout the evening. Without a doubt whenever you see Doc he would greet you with a smile, a loud howdy do, followed by a chuckle and a hug. Thoughts of him bring a smile to my face. I miss him as much as I miss my folk, Gloria and Leroy Dove. My family was truly blessed and still grateful to have had Doc in our life. The years have passed but know that we love him and he continues to live on in our memories.
Angela Stephens
May 2, 2019
One of the best who ever led, managed, supervised,.mentored, served, developed and most of all successfully guided a complex organization! Dr. Sparrow, much love!!!!
Dawn Tillery
May 2, 2018
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Linda Hill
May 10, 2014
Dr. Sparrow was my inspirational mentor and very dear friend. From the moment we met in 1996 as he interviewed me for a teaching job, we developed a special connection. He was was my advisor and confidant who taught me so much about leadership and the art of teaching. As a school administrator and leader, I now emulate all of the lessons I learned from him. I will always aspire to reflect his character and integrity in my professional and personal decisions. His wonderful sons, John and Victor, were the lights of his life. He was so very proud of them both. I will always love Dr. Sparrow. He lives in my heart and will never be forgotten. Other than my father, he was the greatest man I have ever known. Thank you Dr. Sparrow for all that you did in your remarkable life.
May 9, 2014
My ciondokencse to the Soarriw family. He wS my principal at Harriosn ElementRy School in the District. He was a wonderful leader and cared about his staff and students rest in peace
Barbara Seldon
May 9, 2014
I'am a former student of Dr. Sparrow and I can honestly say he was the nicest,kind,and firm Principal I have ever had! Will never forget his warm embrace @ Marie Reed Elementary!!
James Lee
May 9, 2014
Dr. Sparrow...thank you for not only being a great principle but a great person...you will always be a Marie H Reed Tiger...before and after school you stood outside to make sure all the kids were safe...I will never forget you..as you embedded some of the great morals you stood by into a young black male that is now a man!
Crystal Dove Wiggins
May 9, 2014
To the Sparrow Family,
"Doc" was my father's dearest friend, a brother to the end. We loved him dearly. He will always remain in the hearts of my family and never forgotten.
May he rest in peace.
Demetris Farrish-Hendrix
May 9, 2014
The Sparrow Family, With God every day is a day of HOPE! You are in my HEART and PRAYERS.
Erica Rivas
May 8, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Sparrow family. He was a great person with a big heart. Such a pleasant person.
Joyce Thompson
May 8, 2014
John was one of the most delightful persons I have ever known. He always had a great smile and his personal way of greeting his friends, "Hey Good Buddy". John was a great colleague who was always willing to share his insight on what was best for children and what worked. I will truly miss my friend.
Rest in peace John as you have touched the heart of so many of your colleagues and the children of the district of Columbia.
Joyce L Thompson
Retired Principal
DC Public Schools
La Cheryl Greene- Elliott, FCBOE
May 8, 2014
I was truly honored to have been interviewed by Dr. Sparrow and he brought me on to his team at Reed in 1992. He had faith in me as a new educator and I am still in the field 22 years later because of him. May his soul rest in paradise.
May 8, 2014
To the bereaved family of Dr. Sparrow please accept my sincere sympathies. I am honored and blessed to have known Dr. John Sparrow as a mentor/educator. He was truly a blessing in my life. Richard D. Bachman, DCPS
Dayo Akinsheye
May 8, 2014
Dr. Sparrow was truly an inspirational and transformative school leader. His impact on educators in the District of Columbia was widespread and long-lasting. He will surely be missed.
Angela Stephens
May 8, 2014
Dr. Sparrow was such an inspiration! He was such an awesome Leader, Principal and Mentor. He has left a dynamic imprint in my life. You, Dr. Sparrow will greatly missed. Rest in peace. Dr. Angela Sims Stephens
Josephine Sparrow Gaither & Family
May 8, 2014
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Melvena Crump
May 8, 2014
To the Sparrow Family,
May God wrapp his arms around you all forever.
Melvena Crump & Family
Gary R. Gray
May 8, 2014
Sorry to hear about your lost. Dr. Sparrow was a wonderful and friendly man. He is know gone to be with the Creator and the Ancestors in the great beyond.
Sincerely,
W. Jean Gray & Gary R. Gray
Former DCPS Employees
Geraldine Jones
May 8, 2014
To The Sparrow Family,
With each new day, may peace find a place in your heart.
Geraldine Jones
Vermont Avenue Baptist Church
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