Brian L. Sparks

Brian L. "Spanky" Sparks, age 57, of Meadville, PA, passed away on Sunday, November 1, 2015 at his residence. He was born April 12, 1958 in Meadville, PA the son of the late Edward "Bud" Sparks and Gloria Walters Sparks. He married Kathy Stites on January 8, 1983. She survives. He was a graduate of Meadville High School. He was employed as a Press Operator at the Meadville Forge. Brian enjoyed riding in the wind, helping others and especially spending time with his family. Brian is survived by his wife, Kathy Sparks of Meadville, PA, two sons: Christopher Sparks of Meadville, PA and Michael Sparks of Meadville, PA, a grandson: Garrett Sparks, a brother Ralph Sparks and his wife Diane of Meadville, PA. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Edward "Bud" Sparks and Gloria Sparks. Per Brian's requests, there will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held in the Spring and will be announced. Please sign Brian's online guestbook at hatheway-tedesco.com Arrangements have been entrusted to the Hatheway-tedesco Funeral Home & Crematory, 614 Baldwin Street, Meadville, PA 16335.