William Sparling, age 84, of Ingraham, IL, passed away at 8:06 pm, Saturday, March 16, 2013, at Clay County Hospital in Flora, IL. William was born March 16, 2013 in Clay County, Illinois, the son of Pearl Sparling and Lola Ellen (Mefford) Sparling Wade. He was retired from the United States Army as a medic. He was a member of the VFW and DAV in Effingham, and the American Legion in Louisville. William is survived by sisters-in-law, Marie Sparling of Ingraham and Anna Sparling of Effingham; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Cecil Milton Sparling Sr, and Tom Sparling; and sister, Nona M. Tison. Arrangements are being handled by J.W. Neal Funeral Home in Louisville, IL where cremation rites will be accorded and no services will be held. Memorials may be made to the Donor's Choice. Memorial tributes and condolences may be made to the family at www.jwnealfuneralhome.net Order Flowers
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