The Life of GORDON WILLIAM SPARKS
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
Gordon Sparks, 58, was born September 13, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa to David and Eleanor Sparks. He passed away on March 29, 2015.
Gordon graduated from Oxford High School in 1974. He then worked for Mid-American Energy for many years as an IT Manager.
Gordon was an inquisitive and analytical man with a continuous desire to learn new things. He could pick up a book and become an expert on any hobby. Most recently, rockhounding and reviving audio equipment. He had a passion for music, photography and outdoor activities. Gordon shared his wealth of knowledge with others through his stories.
He had many friends and loved ones and will be missed dearly by all.
Gordon is survived by his children, Hattie (Brad) Grant, Shawn (T.J.) Cory, Shane (Jen) Sparks, Ben (Valerie) Sparks, and Telsa (Ryan) Comunale; 13 grandchildren; father, David E. Sparks; brothers, Terry (Sharon) Sparks, David R. (Connie) Sparks, Bruce (Cindy) Sparks, and Brent (Teri) Sparks; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor, and brother, Joseph Sparks.
Gordon Sparks, 58, was born September 13, 1956, in Des Moines, Iowa to David and Eleanor Sparks. He passed away on March 29, 2015.
Gordon graduated from Oxford High School in 1974. He then worked for Mid-American Energy for many years as an IT Manager.
Gordon was an inquisitive and analytical man with a continuous desire to learn new things. He could pick up a book and become an expert on any hobby. Most recently, rockhounding and reviving audio equipment. He had a passion for music, photography and outdoor activities. Gordon shared his wealth of knowledge with others through his stories.
He had many friends and loved ones and will be missed dearly by all.
Gordon is survived by his children, Hattie (Brad) Grant, Shawn (T.J.) Cory, Shane (Jen) Sparks, Ben (Valerie) Sparks, and Telsa (Ryan) Comunale; 13 grandchildren; father, David E. Sparks; brothers, Terry (Sharon) Sparks, David R. (Connie) Sparks, Bruce (Cindy) Sparks, and Brent (Teri) Sparks; as well as a host of other family and beloved friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor, and brother, Joseph Sparks.