Stanley Sparks, 73, passed away on January 2, 2020 at his home in Vader, WA. He was born on October 26, 1946 to General and Alma (Lee) Sparks at Covington, KY. Stanley was especially close with his Grandparent's Bart and Hazel Lee, he always had fond memories of growing up with them and playing Cowboy. Stanley worked 28 years for BNSF Railroad, retiring in 1998.On December 5, 1974 Stanley married Kathi Jo Branch, Stanley and Kathi lived over 20 years in Auburn, WA. eventually making their home in Vader, WA. Stanley is survived by his loving spouse Kathi and his Sister Sharon Sparks Valish. He was preceded in death by Father, General Lee Sparks, Mother, Alma Maxine Sparks, Grandfather Bart Lee and Grandmother Hazel Lee.