Caroldean Sparks Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Caroldean Sparks of Pana, Illinois, born in Murphysboro, Illinois, whose life came to an end on February 27, 2025 at the age of 80, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her husband Gary L. Sparks; her parents, Dean Barnett (Elbina) and Marie Peeler (Ed); and her siblings, Billie Gene Barnett, Janie Barnett, Geraldean Roedersheimer and Elbina Gay Grace.
She is survived by: her children, Scott Sparks (Cindy), Steve Sparks (Adella) and Sandy (Jack); her grandchildren, Kristie Cain (Jared), Brittani Eales (Jared), Lacy Berner (Blake), Eric Henderson, Jack Hickey III (Amanda), Tim Hickey and Logan Hickey (Brittany); her great grandchildren, Faythe, Isabella "Bella", Jahleal, Julian, Owen, Corey, Kailey Everdean, Luke, Liam, Emma, Zach, Zayden, Zoey, Caleb, Tobias, Bodhi and Keeley of Catie, D. J.; and her siblings, Bob Barnett (Rose), Brenda Huppert (Gary), John Barnett (Lawana), Gary Barnett (Chae), Kanocha Coleman (Jay), Stacy Barnett, Coral Diane Cerrato (Carlos) and Patti Kimmel.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 8th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the McCracken-Dean Funeral Home (308 E 2nd St, Pana, IL 62557). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 8th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorials in Caroldean's honor may be made to the American Cancer Society and will accepted by McCracken-Dean Funeral Home who is assisting the family.
