Mary Carol Sparkes

Mary Carol Sparkes, age 89, of Nottingham, Maryland, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 1, 2025. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late William Robert Jones and Emma Price (Fleischmann) Jones.

She was the beloved wife of the late Mervin Augustus Sparkes, with whom she shared forty-seven years of marriage. Mary was a devoted mother to Carol Dentler and her husband Stephen, Gary Sparkes Sr. and his wife June, Warren Sparkes and his wife Melinda and the late Robin Anderson. She was a cherished mother-in-law to Mark Anderson.

Mary will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren: Christy Dentler, Gary Sparkes Jr., William Sparkes, Jennifer Sparkes, Corey Sparkes, Jill Tice and her husband Tyler, Matthew Sparkes, Kevin Anderson and his wife Amanda, Patrick Anderson, and Scott Anderson. She was also blessed with one great-grandchild, Mabel Bari Anderson.

In addition to her husband, parents, and daughter, Mary was preceded in death by her brothers William Jones, Ralph Jones, and Ronald Jones.

Mary enjoyed spending time at the beach, socializing with friends over lunch, and cooking for her family. Most of all, she cherished being with her grandchildren and creating lasting memories with those she loved.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local animal shelter in Mary’s honor.