4 Feb 2002 I was a young child when my cousin Billy was killed. Although I never had the chance to know him I am proud of his dedication and sacrifice. God Bless you Billy! A memorial initiated by a cousin. E-mail address is not available.

 

01 Oct 2002 Billy was actually born in Tollesboro, KY. We were teenagers when we lived in Stout, OH, when he was drafted. We only lived there for 2 years. I am proud of his service, but I am angry that my brother had to die. He was killed by friendly fire on June 9th, 1969. I am happy that his memory has not been forgotten. I salute you, my dear brother. From his sister, Sandra Sparks Crispo sjcrispo@bellsouth.net

 

21 Aug 2003 I never met my "Uncle Billy", but his memory has lived on through our family. His death was a loss that tore through the hearts of my beloved grandmother, Margaret Wheeler, and my mother, Sandra Crispo. For the last 34 years, so many tears have been shed. I commend all of the soldiers who have defended our country and those who have endured the loss of their loved ones for this purpose. I salute to you all. To my uncle, Sgt. William D. Sparks, I am honored to be a part of your legacy, and you will live on throughout each generation. Thank you Sgt. William Sparks, "Uncle Billy", for serving my country. - Stephanie A. Himes - feelintheflo@yahoo.com

 

30 Jan 2006 There is and always will be such an empty place in my heart for you. You were my big brother and protector; giving your life to protect others, and leaving us much too soon. Mother kept your medals next to her chair until she passed to join you. My Love Always Sue Ann Sparks Yockey sayockey@adelphia.net

 

A Note from The Virtual Wall The 1st Battalion, 501st Infantry, lost nine men on 09 June 1969: 1LT Waldemar J. Geiger, Cleveland, OH, Company A SGT William D. Bushard, Mancelona, MI, Company B SGT William D. Sparks, Stout, OH, Company B SGT Terry G. Rada, Geddes, SD, Company D SGT Daniel T. Thurston, Ambler, PA, HQ Company SP4 Christopher J. Bean, Rockland, MA, Company C SP4 Gary J. Winkler, North Babylon, NY, HQ Company PFC Larry R. Gilbertson, Mora, MN, Company B PFC Donald O. Hartman, Independence, MO, Company C

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