Sydney
January 5, 1954 – May 6, 2025.
We regret to announce the passing of our dear Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend Darlene (Dada) Sparling, on Tuesday, May 6, 2025 in the Halifax Infirmary, Halifax.
Darlene was the oldest daughter of the late George and Pauline Sparling (MacGillvary).
Mom was employed for many years with Co-op grocery store, EDS and also Servicom. Mom was happiest with a house full of people and making sure everyone was fed. You could be sure never to leave Mom’s hungry.
Mom’s favorite pastime was spending time with her best friend and grandson, Joshua Carter, and her pride and joy, her granddaughter, Leaha Rose.
Mom leaves behind to mourn the love of her life and partner for over 30 years, Colby MacInnis; daughters, Cara Mulrooney and Kayla Sparling; sisters, Charlie (Coke) Bonaparte, Gina (Gary) LeBlanc and Nancy (Kelly) Sampson; grandchildren, Leaha Mulrooney (Kalvien Sharpe) and Joshua Sparling; as well as aunts, uncles and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by godchildren, Cindy Aucoin and Carl MacVicar who she loved immensely, Jeff Ellis and his girls Bella and Addison, her honorary grandchildren.
Besides her parents, Darlene was predeceased by her daughter, Denise Legge; sister, Neila Clarke; son-in-law, Paddy Mulrooney, and brother-in-law, Greg Clarke.
Special thanks to the ICU Team at the Halifax Infirmary for the care and compassion you gave Mom and the family, it will not be forgotten.
Visitation and memorial service to celebrate the life of Darlene Sparling will be held at Pier Community Funeral Home, 1092 Victoria Rd. (entrance on Church St.), Whitney Pier on Monday, May 12, 2025. A gathering of family and friends will take place from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. with the memorial service to follow at 12 p.m. in the All Faith Chapel with Rev. Sheldon Chant officiating.
For those unable to attend, Live Streaming will be available on our website.
In memory of Darlene, donations can be made to the Autism Society of Nova Scotia.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.
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Deepest condolences to you all. Darlene will be missed. Thoughts and prayers to you all.❤️
I’m so sorry hearing of the death of Darlene she was a really nice person
My deepest sympathy to Darlene’s family …..She will be missed in this world by everyone who had the pleasure of being her friend……..💔
My deepest sympathy to Darlene’s family …..She will be missed in this world by everyone who had the pleasure of being her friend……..💔
My deepest condolences to all of Darlene family she was a beautiful lady and friend to all who new her RIP Dada
May she R.I.P
im so very sorry for the familys loss she was such a sweetheart big hugs to her children and family yous are in my thoughts may she R.I.P
nannyleblanc@hotmail.com
My deepest condolences on the passing of this special lady….RIP Darlene
My sincere condolences for the loss of your loved one. May all the happy memories and love you shared bring you comfort.🕊️🙏
My condolences to Darlene’s family.
She will be sadly missed by everyone who knew her.
So sorry for your loss my deepest condolences to all the family
Cara so sorry for your loss, condolences to you and all your moms family and friends.
I went to elementary school with Darlene in Sydney and I remember her as a VERY sweet and genuine person. I have not lived in Sydney since high school, but when my brother let me know of her passing, I wanted to comment. I could never forget Darlene’s beautiful nature from all those years ago, so I am sure she was a very loving mother and grandmother etc. and will be greatly missed by family and friends. My sincere condolences to all of you as you mourn her loss.
Deepest sympathy to all family & friends💔 at this time. May all your wonderful
memories be forever etched in your heart. Hugs to all.💐💐💐💐
Doddy & Bobby
Our deepest condolences to the Family.