Lena M. Sparkman
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Lena Mae Sparkman
72 a resident of Prairie Grove went to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born January 5, 1939 in Roswell, New Mexico the daughter of Boyd and Ernestine Chesser Williams.
She was the wife of the late Jackie Wayne Sparkman. Born January 5, 1939, in Roswell, New Mexico, she was the daughter of Boyd and Ernestine Williams who were New Mexico sheep ranchers and farmers. Lena Mae and her sister, Lelia Koger Washburn attended the one room school house at the Flying H Ranch through the 8th grade. Her Father worked as a ranch hand and her Mother was the school teacher. They moved to a farm close to Roswell where the girls attended Roswell High School. She earned a teaching degree at Arizona State University and continued her education at the University of Arkansas. Jackie and Lena Mae moved to Prairie Grove in 1967. They lived on a farm in the Viney Grove community. She was the elementary school counselor and she worked for both the Arkansas Migrant program and Boston Mountain Educational Cooperative.
She was a life long member of the Prairie Grove Christian Church.
Survivors include her three children; Sparkie Sparkman and his wife, Loong, Ralph “Chess” Sparkman and his wife, Genny, and Lelia Sparkman Hunter and her husband, Joe all of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. And her five grandchildren; Jeremy Sparkman, Lindsey Mae Sparkman, Ning Sparkman, Boyd Sparkman, and Noah Hunter.
She was a gentle woman with a warm and generous spirit who loved and treated all with compassion and kindness. Her house was always filled with her family, pets, and flowers. After a long struggle with cancer she died with the same graciousness and dignity she displayed throughout her life. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - 11:00 A.M. at the Prairie Grove Christian Church with Vance Eubanks officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Cemetery in Viney Grove, Arkansas. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Washington Regional Cancer Support Home 1101 N Woolsey Ave., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
72 a resident of Prairie Grove went to be with her Lord on Sunday, January 23, 2011 at Washington Regional Medical Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. She was born January 5, 1939 in Roswell, New Mexico the daughter of Boyd and Ernestine Chesser Williams.
She was the wife of the late Jackie Wayne Sparkman. Born January 5, 1939, in Roswell, New Mexico, she was the daughter of Boyd and Ernestine Williams who were New Mexico sheep ranchers and farmers. Lena Mae and her sister, Lelia Koger Washburn attended the one room school house at the Flying H Ranch through the 8th grade. Her Father worked as a ranch hand and her Mother was the school teacher. They moved to a farm close to Roswell where the girls attended Roswell High School. She earned a teaching degree at Arizona State University and continued her education at the University of Arkansas. Jackie and Lena Mae moved to Prairie Grove in 1967. They lived on a farm in the Viney Grove community. She was the elementary school counselor and she worked for both the Arkansas Migrant program and Boston Mountain Educational Cooperative.
She was a life long member of the Prairie Grove Christian Church.
Survivors include her three children; Sparkie Sparkman and his wife, Loong, Ralph “Chess” Sparkman and his wife, Genny, and Lelia Sparkman Hunter and her husband, Joe all of Prairie Grove, Arkansas. And her five grandchildren; Jeremy Sparkman, Lindsey Mae Sparkman, Ning Sparkman, Boyd Sparkman, and Noah Hunter.
She was a gentle woman with a warm and generous spirit who loved and treated all with compassion and kindness. Her house was always filled with her family, pets, and flowers. After a long struggle with cancer she died with the same graciousness and dignity she displayed throughout her life. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday evening from 6:00-7:00 P.M. at Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas.
Funeral service will be held Wednesday, January 26, 2011 - 11:00 A.M. at the Prairie Grove Christian Church with Vance Eubanks officiating. Burial will be in the Rose Cemetery in Viney Grove, Arkansas. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the Washington Regional Cancer Support Home 1101 N Woolsey Ave., Fayetteville, Arkansas 72703.
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Prairie Grove Christian Church. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753
Final Resting Place
Rose Cemetery
Row 7, Space 75
General
Jan 5, 1939
Jan 23, 2011
72
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Tributes
Lena was a longtime friend and someone you could look up to. God never made a better person. We are very sorry for your loss. Mark and Dana.
Mark And Dana Hudgens - Longtime Friend
We are sorry sorry for your loss. We loved Lena, she was a very special person. We love you guys.
Laura (bessie) - Friend
We will miss Lena's smile and wonderful sense of humor. She was a wonderful christian example. You have out prayers and sympathy. The Cunninghams Ronnie,Karen,Matthew and Rachel
Karen Cunningham - Friend
Love and prayers for "grammy's" family. So sorry for a great loss. Lena was such a wonderful lady!
Jordan Valentine - Longtime Friend Of The Family
Lena was beautiful inside and out. I never saw her when she was not smiling and a pleasure to visit with. She will be greatly missed in this community. I am thinking of her family.
Paula Ditmars - Friend
My deepest sympathy to Lena's family. My heart will always treasure the memories of co-teaching Sunday school with her and seeing God's love for the littlest of his children shine in her face. Praying His comfort and peace for the Sparkman family.
Jerri Martin
Lena was a true christian lady. She will truly be missed. Praying for the family at this most difficult time.
Melissa Jameson & Family - Friend
Sparky,Chess and Lelia,My heart goes out to you all.Your Mother was a true blessing to anyone that she touched and she touched alot of people.I have such fond memories of her that will last a lifetime.Just know that you all are in my heart and in my prayers.
Jeannie Nall Moffett - Friend
To all of Lena's family, I am so very sorry. Lena Mae was a great friend and teacher, and I will forever be grateful. Her legacy will carry on through her family and friends and what a great legacy that will be!
Joan Rigley - Friend And Co-Worker
Lena taught three generations of our family in Sunday School. A wonderful giving woman. She will be remembered by our family always. Our love and prayers go to all of her family.
Larry And Karen Crawley
Lelia, Watching the video brings back such sweet memories of the days and nights spent at your house. It's no wonder I became an elementary school counselor with a model like your mom during those impressionable years. I will always remember her smile and how she could make anyone feel good. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Your friend always, Karla
Karla Bedford Long - Friend
I loved the way Lena Mae always had a cheerful smile and usually a laugh bubbling just below the service! I will remember her fondly. May God comfort you all in the days to come.
Becky Chesser Hurford - Cousin
I worked with Lena through the Boston Mountain Cooperative. She met me on my first day at West Fork Schools (22 years ago) with a huge smile and much encouragement. She showed me the same kindness and warmth every time I saw her. My thoughts and prayers to her family.
Judy Merrill - Friend
Very sorry for your loss I always remember your mom being so nice and just making everyone smile
Michael McNair
How do you pay tribute to such a wonderful woman????? If we put all the kids that she has ever influenced or help along life's rocky paths, you would have more adults and children than any of us even start to think. tonight as I drove to the visitation I heard a song that fit perfectly. I will rise when he calls my name, no more sorrow no more pain, I will rise on eagles wing, before my God fall on my knees and rise. I will rise..... she is indeed rising to a world of no pain or sorrow... no more tears.... happy, joyous and overseeing the children in heaven I am 100% sure... to her children I say THANK YOU!!!! for sharing this most precious gift with all of us... she was truly one of a kind and while you will miss her without a doubt, there will come a day when we will see her again.... so for now celebrate her life.. celebrate the years.... celebrate her family and wipe each others tears... know that you will see her again... God bless you all and know our thoughts and prayers are with you all...
Debbie Hardin Dersam - Former Student
I am so sad for Lena's family, but rejoice in knowing that she has gone to her heavenly home where there will be no more pain and suffering. Lena was one of the sweetest persons I have been blessed to know. She was so good as a Sunday school teacher and my daughter Lyndsey, loved her. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word to say to you. I know you will all miss her terribly and so will the people whose lives she touched. Praying for strength and comfort in the days ahead. With deepest sympathy. Tony,Toni and Lyndsey
Toni Brown - Friend
So sorry for the loss of your mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Bonnie Chesser Hartranft - Cousin
Our family has known Lena for years-through church & school; She was also a customer at my workplace. I always admired her for the great lady she was;the smile she always had & her love for her church & family. We will miss you, Lena.
Betty Kincaid
Funeral Service
11:00 am
Prairie Grove Christian Church. There will be no graveside services held at the cemetery.
Visitation
6:00 pm
Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove, Arkansas 72753
Final Resting Place
Rose Cemetery
Row 7, Space 75
General
Jan 5, 1939
Jan 23, 2011
72
Documents