Sparks - George
Source: Crawfordsville Daily Journal, March 5, 1923
George Sparks, residing south of Alamo, passed away at his
home Sat. afternoon at 4:20 o'clock, following an illness which
extended over a period of three weeks. A complication of diseases
caused his death. He was the son of Philip and Mehalia Sparks and
was born where he died Jan 26, 1849, residing at this residence
for 74 years. Mr. Sparks was united in marr. with Miss Emma Bell
on Nov 2, 1892. To this union one child was born, who died in
infancy. The deceased was a member of the Christian Church at
Alamo and the Odd Fellows lodge. He is survived by his wife, one
brother, Dr. Sparks of Yeddo and his mother, who is 94 years of
age. The funeral services will be held at the home Tues afternoon
at two o'clock with burial in the family Cemetery near the home.
The Odd Fellows will be in charge. -- typed by kbz