Ethel "Dawn" Sparks, nee Bradley, of Northbrook, passed away Sunday, October 4, 2026 with her family near. She was born June 29, 1936 in Oberline, Ohio to Neil and Beatrice nee Biddle Bradley. 

Beloved wife of the late Dale Sparks for 63 years. Loving mother of Keith (Chris) Sparks and Karen (Mike) Malicki. Dear grandmother of Sam, Kim (Scott), and Alyssa (Chris). Great grandmother of Colton, Hailey and Hunter. Kind sister-in-law of Eugene (Beverly) Sparks Jr. Aunt, cousin and friend of many.

A graveside service will be at  11:00 am on Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at Mount Emblem Cemetery, Elmhurst, IL.  

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