Sandy Sparks

Sandria Earlene (Mann) Sparks, 63, of Valley View, entered into the presence of the Lord on January 12, 2017 in Gainesville.

Sandy was born October 28, 1953 in Dallas to J.T. and Alma Elizabeth (Roush) Mann. She was raised in Valley View and graduated high school there in 1972. Sandy married Gary Sparks on November 23, 1994 in Love County, Oklahoma. The two have been faithful members of Bikers for Christ. Passionate in her faith, Mrs. Sparks was a devoted supporter of Pioneer Valley Baptist Church.

Survivors include: husband Gary Sparks of Valley View; son Jason Mann of Valley View; son Justin Stalder and wife Sonia of Black River Falls, WI; five grandchildren; sister Kaye Newton of Denton; sister Mitzie Arnold and husband Danny of Austin; sister Anna Andrew and husband Bob of Valley View; sister Sherry McLaughlin and husband Gary of Valley View; mother-in-law Merilyn Sparks of Valley View; brother-in-law David Sparks and wife Diane of New Orleans, LA; brother-in-law Larry Sparks and wife Angie of Midland; brother-in-law Tom Sparks and wife Kim of Valley View; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Mrs. Sparks was preceded in death by: her parents; father-in-law Joe Sparks; and son-in-law Keon Scott.

Private services will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.