GREENVILLE – Carl Raymond Sparks, 80, of Greenville, died Thursday, October 26, 2023, at 8:05PM at his residence. Mr. Sparks was born May 16, 1943. He was pastor at Pack Baptist Church in Rumsey, and was also principal at Graham High School. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon Sparks; sister, Norma Jean Sparks; and parents, Raymond and Marie Sparks.
He is survived by his children, Chris (Karen) Sparks and Lori (Terry) Waddell; grandchildren, Tyler Sparks, Megan Bowman, and Karsyn Waddell; sister, Helen (Jerry) Eades; brother, James (Cheryl) Sparks; and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Sunday, October 29, 2023, at 1:00PM at Tucker Funeral Home in Central City, with Bro. Jerry Eades officiating, assisted by Bro. Nathan Whisnat. Burial in Woodland Cemetery. Visitation will be Saturday from 5-8PM at the funeral home. Online condolences may be made at www.tuckerfuneralhomes.com.