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John Sparks

Posted 2023-03-26 by mhenderson
Published by Today's News Herald on Mar. 26, 2023 -
Lake Havasu City, Arizona -

John Sparks, 84, a longtime resident of Lake Havasu, passed away
peacefully at home with his wife Tammie and best friends, Art and Erna
by his side. John was born in Chicago to Cleon Sparks and Helen Gagnon.
John and his mother moved to California where he attended school in
Burbank, California.

John met his wife Tammie when they both worked at Sears Roebuck in
Glendale, California. He was working part-time while attending college.
After dating for 2 years they were married in Las Vegas in 1962.
Tammie's parents lived in Las Vegas and loved John very much.

John worked for Bank of America trust department for many years in
managerial positions. After retirement, he and Tammie moved to the
Colorado River where they had enjoyed vacations for many years. In 1988,
they moved to Lake Havasu City, in the hot summers they traveled the USA
in their motorhome. John was a member of the Elks, American Legion and
The Eagles. In his younger years, he enjoyed boating, water skiing,
golfing and hanging out with his many friends.

John is survived by his wife of 60 years, Tammie Sparks of Lake Havasu
City. Per John's request, there will be no services held. He will be
greatly missed. Until we meet again, my love.

Services were entrusted to the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home.
Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the family at www.lietz-
frazefuneralhome.com.





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