David R. Sparks
August 12, 2021
David R. Sparks, 69, passed away on August 12, 2021, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family. He was born June 14, 1952, the son of David and Eleanor Sparks.
David was a veteran of the United States Army Reserves and retired from John Deere after many years of service. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, and spending time with his family.
David is survived by his loving wife, Connie; sons, Matt (Megan) Sparks and Ryan (Reonna) Sparks; six grandchildren, Carson, Mackenna, Terrell, Lane, Broc, and Brody; his brothers, Terry (Sharon) Sparks, Bruce (Cindy) Sparks, and Brent (Teri) Sparks, as well as a large extended family and many special friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Eleanor Sparks, and two brothers, Joseph and Gordon Sparks.
A service celebrating his life will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 18, 2021, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave., Des Moines with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Tuesday evening from 5-8 p.m.
Online condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Linnea
09/01/2021
My deepest condolences to the Sparks families... Praying for comfort at such a difficult time.
Connie and Debbie Swim
08/17/2021
Our condolences to the families. Our fathers stayed connected after growing up together, so as kids we had some fun times with Ricky and his family. Everyone has their memories, and we will treasure ours.
Denise Logli Jones
08/16/2021
Connie & family,
I just learned of your devastating loss. I pray God will give each of you strength & courage in the difficult days ahead. May He continually remind you of His power & promises to His children. Embrace your wonderful memories every time your heart gets heavy.
Lea Stoler & family
08/14/2021
Connie. Matt, Ryan, & family my heart ❤ goes out to you all. Many prayers 🙏🏻🙏🏻. Rick will be greatly missed.
Peg Wilcox
08/14/2021
Connie, Matt, Ryan and Family...so very sorry to hear about your loss...Rick was a great neighbor...Thoughts...Prayers and Peace...your former neighbors..."The Wilcox's"
Peg, Dick and Family
Kathy Bowlsby Martin
08/14/2021
Was sorry to hear this. He was always "Ricky" to us neighbor kids and I remember he could usually be counted on to start up a ball game or other yard games for all (and there were a LOT of us) to play. So many memories.
Linda Reyno Jennings
08/14/2021
I am so sorry to hear of Davids passing. RIP. Prayers of comfort to the family and friends who shared his life and will miss his presence.
Sherry Love Van Maanen
08/13/2021
Sorry to hear this news! A lot of great memories of the years growing up next door to each other!
Chris Kozeliski
08/13/2021
Prayers for the sparks family. Dave was a awesome classmate
kathleen brose
08/13/2021
so sorry to hear this , we had alot of fun telling stories at the shop , great guy !!!
Jim Kerr
08/13/2021
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Prayers to the Sparks family.