Rev. Denzel H. Sparks Obituary (1928 - 2017)

Rev. Denzel H. Sparks Lansing Please join us in loving memory of Reverend Denzel H Sparks who went home to be with the Lord on October 21, 2017 at age 89. Born in Flint, MI on June 1, 1928. He graduated from Grand Rapids Baptist Bible College with a pastoral degree. Denzel's passion was serving the Lord. He was instrumental in starting and pastoring several churches in the mid-Michigan area, was the Superintendent of the Lansing City Rescue Mission and worked as a chaplain for The Forgotten Man's Mission. Recently, he enjoyed serving as an usher at South Church. Denzel was survived by his long-time friend and companion, Virginia Randolph; his children, Stacy and Thomas Blossom of Vassar, Fawn Lewis of Fort Worth, TX, Joe Sparks of Fowlerville, and Dennis and Doreen Sparks of Holt; eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 25, 2017 at Skinner Funeral Home, Lansing Chapel. Family will receive friends one hour prior to the service for visitation. To share memories and condolences please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com