Ralph Sparks, 92, of Lebanon, passed away on Monday, August 19, 2024 at Atrium Medical Center. Born on November 3, 1931 to Ira and Melissa (nee: Green) Sparks in Johnson County, KY, Ralph attended the Lebanon Freewill Baptist Church. He had a 42 year career working for the Fishel Company. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and working. He was a Cincinnati Reds fan and enjoyed watching UK Basketball, as well.

Preceded in death by his parents, five brothers, Dewey, James, Earl, Carl and Leslie Sparks and three sisters, Dorothy, Ollie and Jean.

He is survived by his wife, Roberta (nee: Williams) Sparks, two sons, David (Jennifer) Sparks of Berea, KY, Darrin (Tammy) Sparks of Lebanon, two daughters, Diana Flint of Lebanon, Darlene Snapp (Billy Nickell) of Oregonia, one brother, Bill Sparks, three sisters, Gladys Rice, Hazel Rice, and Ruth Shelton, 12 grandchildren, Jessica, Dustin, Ryanne, Joe, Beverly, Heather, Amber, Courtney, Hailey, Megan, Rachel and Hannah, 15 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation, Friday, August 23, 2024 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM with a funeral service immediately following at 12:00 PM, all at the Oswald-Hoskins Funeral Home, Lebanon. Interment will follow in Lebanon Cemetery.

The family would like to thank the community for the years of support for Ralph and his vegetable stand. He enjoyed and was thankful for all of you!