On March 24, 2025, at Christchurch Hospital, surrounded by family, aged 65 years. Dearly loved husband and soul-mate of Adele, proud 'Papa Bear' of Kirsten, loved son of the late Eric and Barbara Sparks, loved brother of Bruce, Liz, Michael, and Warren, loved son-in-law of the late Les and Margaret Sword, loved brother-in-law of Ronald, and Jeffrey, and a loved uncle, cousin, colleague, and friend. Special thanks to the Oncology staff, and the nursing team of Ward B5, Christchurch Hospital, for their outstanding care and support. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Murray Sparks, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Murray's life will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on Monday, March 31, at 2.00pm.