Of Buffalo, NY, entered into rest on May 21, 2026. Beloved father of Tiffany and John VanDeMark; devoted grandfather of John Giorgio, Genesio, Tanner, Luca, and Legend VanDeMark; loving son of the late Kenneth and Maragaret (nee Busch) Sparacino; dear brother of Noreen Lampke, Barbara Johnson, Marty Sparacino, and the late Robin, and Kenny Sparacino; also survived by many nieces, nephews, family and friends. Proud veteran of The United States Air Force. He attended Williamsville High School. He retired from General Motors and worked at many West Side Buffalo bars. Sparky was an avid fan of The Buffalo Bills and The Boston Red Sox. Private Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of your choice.