Alana Sparks
March 17, 2018
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Alana Sparks, 72, passed away March 17, 2018 at Unity Point Des Moines Methodist surrounded by her loved ones.
Alana was born December 13, 1945 in Des Moines to Corinto and Leota (Andrews) Canarini. When she was 14, she met the love of her life, Raymond Sparks at a sock hop. The two were married following Alana’s graduation from Des Moines Technical High School where she studied tailoring. Alana was a beautiful seamstress and enjoyed making things for her family and friends. She loved surrounding herself with those she loved. Alana will be remembered for her fun loving personality, warm and compassionate heart and infectious laugh. She also enjoyed dancing, gardening and reading.
Alana is survived by her daughter, Marilee (Dennis) Snyder; grandchildren, Denny and Megan; and an abundance of family, neighbors and friends.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of nearly 50 years, Raymond.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 6, 2018 at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Norm Winters
03/26/2018
Marilee..I will miss your mom, we talked on occasion but obviously not often enough!. I'm sure when she & Karren met after many lost years, it was the best that could happen for both of them. "if" I see her in the afterlife, I will still tease her about the $40.00 ++ interest she has owed me for last 15? years.....My best to you & yours..Perhaps some day you & I will meet again!...Norm Winters
Debbie Wilson
03/26/2018
Marilee and family, there aren't enough words to express the loss we feel knowing we won't see auntie again until we join each other in heaven. But there is the joy knowing she is with our father God, uncle Ray sisters and brother, mother , father and many other family members and friends. We were so blessed to have known her and your family. Please stay in touch. Love you Charlie and Debbie.
robert anderson
03/25/2018
sorry for your loss she was a wonderful person and lots of fun she loved to dance god bless class of 63
Danny & Claudia Law
03/23/2018
Marilee and family,
We are so very sorry for your loss,
Your mom was a very special lady.
Dennis and Diana Grange
03/22/2018
Marilee so sorry for the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mom and dad were very good friends of ours for 55+ years. They stood up for us when we got married. We had many good times at the Legion on SW 9th and dancing at the Val Air. Her favorite song to dance to was "Devil with the blue dress on". Just remember all the good times you and your mom had together and cherish those memories. She will certainly be missed.
Carol Mercer (Egenberger)
03/22/2018
Alana was my dear friend for 62 yrs. Oh the stories I could tell. She was such a fun loving person and completely devoted to her family. I'm going to miss her so much.
MARY Ann Mccoy
03/21/2018
Dear Marilee and family, I am so sorry for your loss of a dear mother.
Your mother was a fun and special lady.
My prayers and sympathy for you all.
Love, Mary Ann
Shellie Reitzel (Boskey)
03/20/2018
Marilee,
My heart goes out to you and your family. Alana was always my favorite swim mom, and I shall always remember her as one of the best human beings! I am blessed to have known your wonderful momma. There are not enough words to describe her kind and caring spirit. You are in my prayers!
Janel Ketelsen Davis ( Swinehart )
03/19/2018
So sorry to hear of Alana's passing. My childhood was full of fun memories with Alana. She was a wonderful woman and will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Marilee and her family.
Sherry Winter
03/19/2018
My heart and prayers go out to Marilee and her family, and all of Alana's many friends and extended family. She was a wonderful, kind, loving, soul who will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.