Obituary for Stephen Sparks
Stephen Sparks: A Life Filled with Service and Smiles
Stephen Sparks, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and pillar of his community, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2024. Born on June 7, 1949, Stephen's life was a testament to dedication, service, and a love for family.
He proudly served his country in the United States Navy, working on nuclear submarines for many years. His meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment earned him the respect of his fellow sailors. A colleague once remarked, "Admired by most, respected by all" – a sentiment that perfectly captured Stephen's character.
Following his Navy retirement, Stephen brought his skills and work ethic to Walt Disney World, where he continued his career until his second retirement. There, he undoubtedly played a part in creating countless magical memories for families.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Stephen was an avid chef, mechanic, and handyman. He possessed a seemingly endless well of knowledge and a knack for fixing anything. He was always happy to lend a helping hand, never shying away from a challenge.
Most importantly, Stephen was a devoted family man. He cherished his wife, Karen, and their children: Crystal, Stephen, Robert ("Bar"), and Royal. He will be deeply missed by brothers Tom, David, Michael, sister Linda, along with bonus children Scott, Carl, and Sherry. He joins his beloved daughters, Hyla, Robin, Karen and his loving parents in heaven. His memory will be cherished always by his 16 grandchildren, 9 great-grandchildren.
Stephen Sparks leaves behind a legacy of service, kindness, and a love for life. He will be remembered with love and admiration by all who knew him.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation (T2T.org).
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, April 29th at 11:30 am (arrival at 11:10 am) at Cape Canaveral National Cemetery, followed by a Celebration of Life at his and Karen's residence.
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