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Daniel "Pete" Sparkes

SPARKES, DANIEL JAMES "PETE"
It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of Daniel James “Pete” Sparkes of Cross Creek, NB, husband of Muriel Jean (Brewer) Sparkes which occurred on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital. He was born in Cross Creek, NB on April 18, 1923, the son of James and Anne (Hossack) Sparkes.
Pete was the owner of James Sparkes & Sons Ltd. and had a fulfilling career in the lumber industry. He loved his family, his church and his work.
He is survived by his devoted wife of 62 years, Muriel Jean; daughters, Pamala Sparkes, Rachel Wilson (Kenny), Brenda Meikle (Calvin); sons, Daniel (Suzanne) and John (Charlene); seven grandchildren called him Grampy, Brandon Meikle (fiancée Kiersten), Bradley (Stephanie), Geoffrey (Emily), Leanna, Kyle (fiancée Katie), Amanda and Jacob Sparkes; one great granddaughter, Thea Sparkes; several nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his infant daughter, Janice Mae; sisters, Elsie Young, Eleanor Fullarton; brothers, John and Floyd Sparkes.
Visitation will take place at Cross Creek Baptist Church, 1280 Route 107, Cross Creek on Thursday, May 21, 2015 from 7 to 9 pm and Friday, May 22, 2015 from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm. A Funeral Service will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2015 at 2 pm with Pastor Gordon Mowry officiating. Interment will take place in Cross Creek Baptist Cemetery.
For those who wish, remembrances may be made to the Cross Creek Baptist Church – Building Fund or the charity of the donor’s choice.
Personal condolences may be offered through www.yorkfh.com

 

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