Sparkes, Jean Mildred ~ On December 4 2014, peacefully at Homestead Ilam, aged 94 years. Dearly loved wife of the late Richard, loved daughter of the late Mary and Herbert Smith.Loved aunty of all her nieces and nephews, and special friend to all. Many thanks to the wonderful staff and carers at Homestead Ilam for their love and care of Jean. Messages to the Sparkes family c/- P.O. Box 111-01 Christchurch 8443. In lieu of flowers, donations to Nurse Maude would be appreciated and can be made at the service.