On August 18, 2025, passed away peacefully with family by his side.  Dearly loved husband of the late Patricia, much loved father and father-in-law of Phillip and Jenni, Nikki and the late Trevor, and Sarah. Loved Grandad of Kori and Alex, Teri and Hadrian, Tia, Ella, Ari, Caleb, Angus, and Joshua, loved Great-Grandad of Apollo, and Lilah, and a much loved brother, brother-in-law, uncle and friend.

                                   Forever loved and remembered

Special thanks to all the staff at Charles Upham for the wonderful care and support given to Lyn. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Lyn Sparks, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A service to celebrate Lyn's life will be held at Wai-mana, 92 Kippenberger Avenue, Rangiora, on Friday, August 22, at 10.30am, followed by a private interment.