Message from Lila Stierwalt Ruch

I never had the privilege of meeting Genevieve or her family; but I have heard so many good things about her over the years from my mother, Lucille Stierwalt and a dear friend, Jane Lovell from Scranton, Iowa. I have printed Genevieve's obituary to send to Jane. If Jane were able I know she would attend your Mother's service. Jane is confined to "Long term care" in the Green Co. Medical Center in Jefferson, Iowa after a fall in her home earlier this year. My husband Ken & I live in Indianols, Iowa. Jane & I met when we were children at Blank Children's Hospital with polio in 1950. Sincere thoughts to your family..........Lila

A candle was lit by Glenna Bents on May 29, 2017 10:21 PM

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Lila -- What a friend to connect Jane Lovell to the Sparks family. I tried to call Jane, and now I know why she did not answer the phone. I am sorry to hear about her need to be in long term care. Your note makes me want to go see her once I can get reconnected to the next chapter of life. Jane's parents have left her family's footprint on our lives. Today as we shared Mom and Dad's items with our family, Pearl's barn painting is going to Oregon with the youngest granddaughter and Leo's "One Day at a Time" sign will be hanging over the doorway at the oldest grandson's house. I will send Jane all the information from our service for Genevieve as soon as possible. Thank you so much for connecting me to her. She was one of the first people I tried to find because I knew she would want to know that Mother has changed her residence to a permanent address in HEAVEN. Sincerely, Glenna Bents May 29, 2017

Expression of Sympathy

A The Color of Memories Table Arrangement was sent by The Hartman Family on May 25, 2017

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An Azalea Plant was ordered on May 24, 2017

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A Spathiphyllum was sent on May 24, 2017

Your Mother was so beautiful both inside and out. A godly example and encouragement to everyone she met. We are sorry we can not be with you in celebrating her life today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. ~ Gary and Cindy

A candle was lit by Kashca Omundson on May 24, 2017 8:38 AM

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Opal, we are thinking of you and your family. Keeping you in my prayers.

Message from Terry & Marcia DeZonia

What an amazing lady and life ! Grateful to God for knowing Grandma Sparks and the amazing legacy of her family !!!

A candle was lit by Glenna Bents on May 29, 2017 10:38 PM

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Dear Marcia and Terry,
Thank you for the fun basket of daisy flowers. They were cheerful and made me think of "He loves me. He loves me not." When counting all the petals, eventually "He Loves Me." Jeremy, Julia, and I took your flowers to Grandma Sparks' grave on Saturday. On Tuesday, Dan, Opal, and I will check the status on the flowers and add another set of flowers on Grandma's grave. The flowers represent all the people who have loved her . Thank you for showering us with love and the visual image of a life connected to beauty. Sincerely, Glenna Bents

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A Grandma's Garden Table Basket was sent on May 23, 2017

Thanking God with you for the many years He granted your family with Grandma Sparks !! We love all the Sparks & Bents families !! Terry & Marcia DeZonia

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An A Garden Path was ordered on May 23, 2017

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A Mixed Fruit Basket was ordered on May 23, 2017

A candle was lit by Cliff and Jamie Barker on May 21, 2017 9:20 AM