James Earl Sparrow, 89, of Kinston passed away on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at UNC Lenoir Healthcare.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Clara Sparrow; parents, James and Elizabeth Sparrow; granddaughter, Shanna Kelly.
Left to cherish his memory is daughter, Edna Kelly; sons, Milton Sparrow and wife Sandra, Donald Sparrow, Michael Sparrow and wife Dee; five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Graveside service will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, November 27, 2020 at Pinelawn Memorial Park with Pastor Rick Vernon officiating.