Russell Eugene Sparks, 73 of Waverly passed away December 4, 2018 at Camden Clark Medical Center. He was born March 25, 1945 in Ritchie County, WV son of the late Clifford and Lula Beryl Newland Sparks. He was retired from Kardex Systems in Reno, Ohio. Russell was an avid woodworker. He is survived by his wife, Charlotte Curran Sparks; three brothers, Jerry Sparks (Jennifer), Kenny Sparks (Robin) and Dale Sparks (Mary); two nephews, Travis Sparks and Brian Sparks; and one great-nephew, Jacob Sparks. A graveside service will be 1 p.m. Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Walker, WV with Pastor Jimmy Eakle officiating. Lambert-Tatman Funeral Home, 400 Green St. Parkersburg is assisting the family. An online guestbook for condolences is available at www.lamberttatman.com.