James Sparks

1941 ∼ 2008

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James Sparks Jr.

Funeral services for James Sparks, Jr. 66, of Beaumont will be held Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at 10:00 a.m. in the Claybar Kelley-Watkins Chapel with Mr. Tony Williams of Westgate Church of Christ officiating. Interment will follow in Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be Monday evening from 6-8:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Mr. Sparks was born March 23, 1941 to James William Sparks, Sr. and Vurla Carpenter Sparks and passed away March 8, 2008 at Christus Hospital-St. Elizabeth in Beaumont. A longtime resident of Beaumont, Mr. Sparks had recently lived in Fredericksburg for 5 years-the Texas Hill Country where he always wanted to live. A proud graduate of South Park High School, he graduated from Lamar University in 1962, Baylor University in 1965 and practiced Law in Beaumont for 40 years. He was a member of Westgate Church of Christ.

He is survived by his wife, Martha Dougharty Sparks of Beaumont; two sons, Mark Sparks of Beaumont, James Sparks III and his wife, Nancy of Fredericksburg; one niece, Dana Work and husband, Scott of Houston; and two great-nephews, David and Ethan Work of Houston. He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Diana Mills.

Friends who wish may direct memorial contributions to the Hill Country University Center-Scholarship Program, PO Box 724, Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 or to the Jefferson County Bar Association-Pro Bono Program, 1001 Pearl, Beaumont, Texas 77701.

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Anonymous March 24, 2008

Martha and family we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Mr. Sparks was a great lawyer with a sense of humor.##imported-begin##Maryanne Gentry Morse##imported-end##

Anonymous March 17, 2008

God bless you on your new journey.##imported-begin##Joe jody haggard##imported-end##

Anonymous March 11, 2008

Martha,"Little Jimmy " and Mark Our heartfelt prayers go out to you in this time of need. Jimmy was a "Giant" of a man,as a lawyer and friend. May you find comfort knowing he left his footprints in the hearts of those who knew him... Neighbor and fr##imported-begin##Ed and JoAnn Stuart##imported-end##

Anonymous March 11, 2008

Dear Jimmy and Family, We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a delightful and thoughtful man. I know you will miss him. Sincerely, John,Susan,Courtenay and Hannah##imported-begin##Susan Nichols and Family##imported-end##

Anonymous March 11, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.##imported-begin##Bob and Judy Hickerson##imported-end##

Anonymous March 11, 2008

Martha & Family, We just wanted you to know that our prayers are with you and your family. Jimmy was so good to our family when they needed him and I am forever greatful for that. He will be missed by many. Charles & Kelli Olfers##imported-begin##Kelli Olfers##imported-end##

Anonymous March 11, 2008

Martha Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if we can do anything for you. Jimmie Jay & Bruce Jackson##imported-begin##Jimmie Jay Jackson##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

Martha, I am so sorry. You and your family will be in my thoughts. anna Samuelson/HudsonBrown##imported-begin##Anna Lee Brown##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

Jimmy, Nancy, and family, I was saddened to hear of your dad's death. I send my heartfelt sympathy to each of you. From what I've heard of your dad from you and other Beaumonters in Fredericksburg, he was a wonderful man who did much good for the peopl##imported-begin##Jerrie Dooley##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

Jimmy, We are so sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you and your family. With much love, Pam and the Texas Tech staff##imported-begin##Pam Alspaugh##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

Martha, Jimmy and Mark - I am very sorry for your loss. Jimmy brightened up a room with his smile. It seemed like he really enjoyed life. That's a great example for all of us. I know you will take comfort that he is on to a better place.##imported-begin##Chris Work##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

Dear Aunt Martha, I'm so sorry about Uncle Jimmy. It was fun to be with you all on Uncle B's birthday. I love you, David##imported-begin##David Work##imported-end##

Anonymous March 10, 2008

What a loss to the world and a gain in heaven! Mr. Sparks the battles you fought for me and won! I can still see you pacing the floor of the courthouse. No words are enough to ever thank you properly! May God Bless your soul sleep peacefully.##imported-begin##Sherry##imported-end##