Doris L. Sparks, 89, of Marseilles, passed away Saturday, December 16, 2017 at Aperion Care in Marseilles.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery in Marseilles. Seals-Campbell Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Doris was born on September 21, 1928, to Chester and Laura (Brodbeck) Kendall. She graduated from Marseilles High School. On May 7, 1949, she married William Sparks who preceded her in death earlier this year.

Doris was a longtime member of the Marseilles United Methodist Church and was an active member of the United Methodist Women. She was always willing to provide food – whether it be for funeral dinners, friends in the nursing homes or families in need in the community. She volunteered at Rivershores Nursing Home for many years.

Bill and Doris enjoyed having their grandchildren spend time with them every summer. There were day trips, treats and always lots of crafts. The grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews, have many wonderful memories of their visits to Marseilles.

Doris is survived by one son, Steve (Patricia) Sparks of Emden; one daughter, Martha (Paul) Davis of Hedrick, Iowa; beloved grandchildren, Gregory Phillips, Geoffrey Phillips, Ginnifer Smith and Dustin Spray; her great-grandchildren were a delight to her, they are, Douglas, Zachary, Danielle, Aubrey and Griffin Phillips and Addison Smith; and one sister, Linda (Tom) Weiss of Ottawa.

She was preceded in death by her husband and one sister, Bernice Bevill.

Memorials may be made to the Marseilles United Methodist Church or the Marseilles Nursing Service.


Seals-Campbell Funeral Home
1009 E. Bluff St., Marseilles, IL 61341
815-795-5151 www.sealscampbell.com