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.
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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.
Online Condolences
I am saddened to hear the news of Darlene’s passing. Whenever I saw her she was always pleasant, smiling and joking. She seemed to love people and treated everyone with kindness. Darlene was a sincere and down to earth person. My Deepest Sympathy to all of her family. Thinking of all of you with a heavy heart.💔
From: Judy Reeves
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
Dear Gina and Darlene’s family and friends, my deepest Condolences, so saddened to hear this news. God Bless, love, prayers and hugs. XOXO Rest in Peace, Darlene.
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.
Darlene was such a sweet lady and had a great sense of humor. She was one of my favorite people from our EDS days and she gave me many rides home from Servicom. My sincerest condolences on the loss of such a wonderful lady. She will be missed by many! 🕊
My deepest Condolences to Nancy, Gina and Charline. . She was a great friend along with her family of many years. She will be missed dearly.
My Deepest Sympathy to the Family … Darlene was a wonderful, warm, friendly and helpful person to all. She will be missed by so many.
My deepest sympathies to the family Darlene was a beautiful soul inside and outside it was my honour to be her friend she could light up a room with her beautiful smile May she Rest In Eternal Peace 🕊️🙏
When I think of Darlene I think of a friendly, fun lady who enjoyed a good laugh. I was very sorry to hear of her passing. Sending sincere condolences to Darlene’s family at this difficult time.
So very sorry to hear about Darlene. I will forever remember our times at spring zone. The many laughs we all shared. She always went to bed too early. My prayers are with you all of you at this time.
Colby and Darlene’s family my sincere sympathy on your great loss.Darlene was the sweetest and kindness person who will surly be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you.May she rest in peace.
Margaret MacDonnell
Condolences to all her family and friends,May she rest in peace,Hugs Cara From Kenny and I.
S sorry to hear about Darlene she was always Smiling when I would meet her at the grocery store , (coop ) and nofrills , she will be greatly missed by her Family and Friends , God Bless 🙏
Cara so sad to hear about your mom .. she was a very special person and I have some great memories of her. Sending love and hugs to you and Leaha and rest of family .. I’m sure all the beautiful memories you have will help to keep you going in the future .. know your in our thoughts and prayers .. wish we could be there with you … love aunt Michelle and uncle Kim ❤️💔
My condolences to Darlene’s family.
I wish you comfort and peace in this time of sorrow.
May the memories you share bring smiles and laughter in the difficult days to come.
My deepest condolences to your family I will always remember the kindness Darlene gave to everyone she met,Remember the memories you shared together, it will help you through the difficult ones .Rest in peace Darlene Your friend Carolyn
My deepest condolences to Darlen’e family, she will be missed by all that knew her. She was a very special lady and had a smile that lit up a room when she entered. Hugs to all
Cara and Kyla: I am sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.
Darlene and I worked together for many years at Sydney Co-op and then later she worked for a short time at the Every Woman’s Centre with me. Darlene was lots of fun and had a heart of gold. She was so proud of her girls.
Cara, Kayla and the Sparling family so very sorry to read of Darlene’s passing. I worked with Darlene at the co-op for many years. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family
I just read of Darlene’s passing today. So very sorry. I went to school with Darlene and I also know her daughter Cara, and Denise was a very good friend of my daughter. Thinking of your family at this very sad time but knowing now she is with Denise may bring a little comfort. God Bless you all.