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Patricia Ann Porch Sparks, 74 of Roanoke Rapids, NC passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by family on Saturday February 15, 2025. 

She was born on June 8, 1950, in Halifax County. 

She was preceded in death by her father Raymond Lee Porch, mother Betty Mae Edwards, stepfather Thomas Edwards and brother Waverly Porch.

She is survived by her husband Larry Sparks, sons David Lee Sparks, Stephen Boyce Sparks (Lara Lyle), Howard Earl Sparks, daughters Cynthia Ann Sparks, Ashley Brooke Sparks, grandchildren Roberts Keyes, Miley Lynch, Jacob Lynch, brothers Marvin Porch (Darlene), Wesley Porch (Mahima) and special friends Gloria Taylor and Kathy Stansbury.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday February 18, 2025, at 2:00pm at New Hope United Methodist Church, visitation will be prior to the service 1:00pm to 1:45pm.

Patricia enjoyed her time at New Hope United Methodist Church where she sang in the choir, she was a  past member of the Pilot club, she loved going to the beach and mountains.

Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Services is handling arrangements for the Sparks family. Family and friends may sign the online register by visiting www.hockadayfs.com