Formerly a resident of Ava Wilma Sparkman, 82, Springfield, passed away Saturday, August 23, 2008, in Springfield. She was born April 13, 1926, in Springfield.
Private graveside services were held Wednesday, August 27, 2008, in Payne Cemetery, under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Brentwood Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 3322 S. Campbell, Suite R, Springfield, MO 65807.