George Sparks

GEORGE F. SPARKS, 91, of Bellaire, died on June 3, 2008 at Munson Medical Center. George was born on March 11, 1917 in Grayson Kentucky the son of Thomas and Lilie (Fultz) Sparks. George has resided in Bellaire, Michigan since 1982 and previously lived in Allendale Michigan. He was a factory employee at Stuckety and VanHuess for 22 years before retiring in Bellaire. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, morel mushroom hunting and a good game of cards. He proudly served his country in the US Army Calvary Division during World War II. On September 6, 1966 he married Norma Rohde who survives. Also surviving are his sister Hazel Bliss of Mesick Michigan, 5 children, Beverly (Mike) McReynolds of Muskegon Michigan, Cheryl Buckwheat of Mancelona Michigan, Georgia (Mike) Homan of Mancelona Michigan, George Sparks Jr. of Bellaire Michigan and Ronald (Karen) Brown- step son- of Grand Haven Michigan, 9 grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, one great great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents, 3 sisters, Delphia, Opal and Cecelia and 2 brothers, Chet and William (Bill). Funeral services will take place on Fri., June 6, 2008 at Three p.m. at the Bellaire Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Visitation will take place from one p.m. until time of services. A luncheon will be held immediately following the service at the Bellaire Wesleyan Church.