Emma Jean Sparks Obituary
The family announces the passing of Emma Jean Sparks of Tuscumbia, Alabama on June 13, 2026. Emma, born on September 7, 1935, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Emma Jean Sparks to show support.
She was predeceased by: her husband Melvin Sparks; her sister Rose Nell South; her niece Kelly Fincher; her nephew Greg Pilgrim; and her parents, Charles Pilgrim and Methyl Pilgrim.
She is survived by: her children, Anthony Sparks (Sha) and Angela Underwood; her brother Charlie Pilgrim (Patsy); her grandchildren, Jason Underwood (Sabrina), Jami Underwood Terry (Jeffery), Justin Sparks (Melissa) and Jordan Sparks (Mary Jordan); and her great grandchildren, Will, Anna Underwood, Braelyn, Averi Terry, Mia, Lily, Mason, Finn and Elvie Sparks.
