William Michael Sparks departed this life on Thursday, June 1, 2023, in Jackson, TN at the age of 64. William was born on December 18, 1958, to Bill and Barbara Sparks in Memphis, TN. He graduated with a bachelors degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin. He proudly served his country as a Special Forces Lieutenant in the Army. Later in life, he worked at Wholesale Cars in Nashville, TN. When he wasnt working, he enjoyed working on his yard. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Wanda Sparks of Jackson, TN; mother and stepfather, Barbara and James Lantrip of Jackson, TN; and children, Nicholas Sparks and Maddi Sparks of Louisville, KY. There are no services scheduled at this time. Arrington Funeral Directors, 148 W. University Pkwy., Jackson, TN 38305, 731.668.1111, www.arringtonfuneralgroup.com Funeral Service 148 W University Pkwy Jackson, Tennessee 38305 United States