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Hazard Mourns Loss of Respected Businesswoman
To Faron, her children & all the family--Although Scott & I may not be able to be there in the physical as we are out of state, please know that each of you are in our thoughts & prayers. Linda has been a great influence in my life and she probably never even knew just how much. As a young woman if there was ever any one person I aspired to be more like it was Linda. She had this kind, gracious beauty that radiated through her as a wife, a mother and most of all as a child of God. I loved her more than she ever knew and I will forever miss her sweet smile and kind spirit. She had such a quiet strength and she touched so many through her witness and her beautiful gift of music. I believe with all of my heart that she is playing the most beautiful music she has ever played as our Savior says to her, "Well done my good and faithful servant." She will live always with our Lord Jesus and forever in our hearts. Love & Prayers, Jackie & Scott Williams, Hazard, KY Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sparkman family at this very difficult time. Roy & Delores Moore, Tucson, AZ My thoughts and prayers are with you Faron and your sons during this time. May your memories of Linda be only the bright ones and best ones as you continue on. Charlie Wilson, Williamstown, KY To the Sparkman Family: We are so sorry for your loss and know that Linda will be missed. We have very fond memories of Linda on her trips to Florida and our trips to Kentucky. May it be of some comfort to know that others are thinking of you, and remembering you in their prayers. We love you all very much. Dr, Kathy & Jessica Johnson Englewood, Florida Faron, Graham, Warner and Cora Lee - My sympathy goes out to all of you. Wayne Combs in Missouri, former WKIC - WSGS 1950's & 1960's employee. Faron, words can not express nor replace your lose. My wife and I pray that you and your family be uplifted by God's new angle. Larry and Loretta Roberts, Busy, KY Dear Faron & Family, We were so saddened to hear about Linda's Passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Sincerely, Wally and Mary L. Warfield, Lexington, KY Faron, Graham, and Warner, I am so very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I can't even imagine what you are going through. Take peace in knowing that she is in Heaven with the Lord, he just called another angel home. Linda was a sweet person and always had a smile for everyone. The family will be in my prayers and that the Lord will help you through this sad time. Loretta Holland, Hazard, KY Hey Frank - Sorry to hear of your loss. My heart breaks for you. I know how much you loved Linda. Please know you are in our continued prayers. Randy and Caroline Crawford, Star, NC To Faron, Graham and Warner I am so sorry for the loss of your wife and mother. Every since I have been in this world she has been one of my favorite friends and sure one of the most beautiful! I remember the many times I was in her home as a child. Walk into the living room and see those three beautiful portraits of those three little blonds! Denver and Geri were so proud of all three. The middle one was my buddy! We use to have parties at a few of our friends house very year. Linda's, Glenna.s and mine for a few! It was those good ole' parties were we could have our known crushes in front of our parents and everything was safe and we were of sound minds! When I worked for Dr. Tanier years ago, Linda was one of our patients. She fought hard, that was in the 90's! Linda was always a leader, a trend setter and someone all the class loved! She never wore an "uppity smile", she wore "I am a sister of yours smile"! She was such a wonderful lady. Her art work was amazing, Linda had many many talents! I will miss you but I have comfort that your battle is over. There is no more test to take and you are now rewarded with many many things promised in the Bible! You always made straight A's in school and I know you are still at the front of the class. Faron you have been a great husband to Linda. You have been separated from your best friend but not forever. She will be yours for eternity! Families are forever. Mary Goff Westerfield, Hazard, KY So sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was one of the sweetest people I've ever known. I never really got to know her very well until she had to come to my house to do some measuring for shutters. My mother instantly fell in love with her...she was that kind of person. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Shirlene C Taylor, Hazard, KY My deepest sympathy. May God comfort you in this your time of sorrow. Gena Goodrich, Amburgey, KY Faron, I am so sorry to hear about Linda and I am thinking of you and your family. I will hold dear to my heart the times that I spent with Linda while we were growing up from grade school on and our good times we had during high school. But she is with God now and in a better place. Debbie Cecil Brewer. Viper, KY Faron: My sympathy to you and your family. Max "Don" Smith, Baxter Minnesota Dear Faron, Graham, Warner & Cora Lee: We are so sorry to hear about Linda. Your family has always been special to us. Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. We hope you can find comfort in the memories of a beautiful lady. Faron, we remember that our son, Fred, was born in Hazard on your second birthday. Suzy & Art Grunewald, Louisville, KY She will be missed So sorry for your loss. Carolyn Turner, Buckhorn, KY I was so sorry to hear about Linda. She was always sweet and kind and made a beautiful homecoming queen for HHS in 73. She was definitely unforgettable. My prayers are with the family at this time. My God give you the strength to make it through this terrible time. Debi Hensley Mote, Palm Harbor, FL An Angel has gone home. Just being in Linda's presence was a blessing. We will miss you. May God send his comfort to you Farron and Family. Glenna Sue Lesondak Faron, Graham, and Warner, I am so very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I can't even imagine what you are going through. Linda was always so graceful and kept a smile on her face. I remember the good times we all had at Denver and Gerri's and all the weekend trip Maxi and I made to stay with you in Linda in Lexington. Heaven has certainly received a perfect angel. Keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers. If there is anything you need don't hesitate to let me know. Sincerely, Janet, Don and Chase Smith, Hazard, KY Faron, Graham and Warner. My heart broke for you as I learned tonight of Linda's passing. I know there are no words that can be spoken to ease your pain, but I know that God can and will give you the peace and comfort that will carry you thru till you are reunited some sweet day. Praying for all of you. In Christ, Wilma Maggard, Hazard, KY God Bless you Faron, Graham and Warner. Our prayers are with all of you. Linda was one of the sweetest most wonderful people that I have ever known. I never met her anywhere that she didn't have that beautiful smile on her face. She was simply precious. She is with our wonderful Lord and Savior now and we will see that beautiful smile again someday. God be with you always. Donna Cox Arnold, Hazard, KY To the Sparkman Family: I am writing to express my profound sadness over Linda's passing. I pray you will take comfort in the blessed assurance that she is now in the presence of her Savior and King. May the all-surpassing peace of Christ strengthen and uplift your family, Jeremy Arnold, Hazard, KY Dear Faron and Family, I am sorry to hear about the loss of your beautiful and multi-talented wife, Linda. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time of sorrow and reflection. If you all need anything from me, please feel free to answer. Sincerely, Jeff Noble, The Times Voice Such a sad day. Linda was an amazing woman and always so very polite to me. She was a warm woman who will be greatly missed. Don Smith, Hazard, KY Prayers are with Faron and family in their time of need. Rhonda R Asher, Hazard, KY So sorry for your loss. Linda was a very special friend when growing up. I many fond memories of us. May God bless and comfort your family during this most difficult. Will be remembering you all tomorrow. Patricia Oliver Baker, Yeaddis, KY Faron, Graham and Warner you are in my thoughts. So sorry to hear about Linda. Ricky Baker, Hazard, KY I am so sorry about Linda. My prayers are with all of you. Bobbie Walls Deaton, Hazard, KY I am so sorry. Linda was a beautiful and extremely sweet person. I wish I could have been there but I was very ill. I am thinking of all of you. Love, Deanna Hoskins Douglas, Hyden, KY Maxi and Tim, So sorry for your sister's loss ...you will be in my heart and prayers... Faith Colwell, Barstow, CA Faron, Gram, and Warner I am sorry to her about Linda. I never knew she was sick. I know what you are going through, I have been there a couple of times myself. My prayers are with you. Your friends, Patty (Barton) Cockrell, Chavies, KY Dear Faron and family, I was shocked to hear of Linda's passing. She was such a gracious, beautiful Christian lady. Please know that we're praying that you know the peace that only the Lord can give you. Jan Fuller Combs, Hazard, KY One of the finest Christians we have ever known and the best pianist we had in our ministry. God Bless Faron and the children in their great loss. J.F & Carolyn Chandler, Salt Lick, KY So sorry to hear of your loss. Linda was a special person. I remember how beautiful she was when she rode the carriage in the Christmas parade. Beautiful! Debbie Fugate, Viper, KY Warner - if I could drive all night and be in Hazard, I would. I hate this for you and your wonderful family. Your mom was absolutely stunning. I remember being at your house late - too late, probably - and Linda coming out in her bathrobe and offering me candy. What a giving, sweet, welcoming person. Even at 11pm, when friends shouldn't be stomping around the kitchen. I am thinking of you and your family today. You are loved. - Marge Cody Gates, Orlando, FL Faron, I can't imagine the pain of losing one's wife. All my sympathy goes out to you. My wife and I pray for some peace somewhere soon after this horrible loss. Your friend, John Hall, Hazard, KY Faron, Wesley, and Warner you are in our prayers. Linda was a great person!! She will be truly missed!! Issac, Tammie Hall & Family Faron and family, please accept my heartfelt condolences. I grew up with Linda. She and I attended Walkertown Elementary for 8 years together and then 1.5 years at Hazard High before my family moved to Ohio. She was always so sweet. I am very sad to hear of your loss. May God bless all of you during this tragic time. Your friend always, Johnny Hayes, Benton, KY Faron, Wesley, and Warner you are in our prayers. Linda was a great person!! She will be truly missed. Issac, Tammie Hall & Family My prayers are with Tim Maxie and all Linda's family until now, Idid not realize that I knew Linda. Her father owned a small grocery store in Wabaco. We were close neighbors. Bobbie Walker, Hazard, KY To Faron, her children & all the family--Although Scott & I may not be able to be there in the physical as we are out of state, please know that each of you are in our thoughts & prayers. Linda has been a great influence in my life and she probably never even knew just how much. As a young woman if there was ever any one person I aspired to be more like it was Linda. She had this kind, gracious beauty that radiated through her as a wife, a mother and most of all as a child of God. I loved her more than she ever knew and I will forever miss her sweet smile and kind spirit. She had such a quiet strength and she touched so many through her witness and her beautiful gift of music. I believe with all of my heart that she is playing the most beautiful music she has ever played as our Savior says to her, "Well done my good and faithful servant." She will live always with our Lord Jesus and forever in our hearts. Love & Prayers, Scott & Jackie, Hazard, KY I am so sorry for your loss. Glenda K. Hayes, Hazard, KY |
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Linda
Sparkman, 55, lead designer and part-owner of Silk Purse Furniture and
Interiors, passed away Saturday, August 20th, after a long battle with
Breast Cancer. She was the daughter of Gerri and the late Denver
Campbell, owners and operators of Denver Campbell’s Market in the
Walkertown section of Hazard from 1953 to 1986. Her father was
also a decorated WWII pilot.