Obituary of Stephen Eric Sparrow

June 6, 1953 – Cornwall, Ontario

May 9, 2024 – Calgary, Alberta

Stephen Sparrow of Calgary, AB, passed away on Thursday, May 9, 2024, at the age of 70 years.

Stephen was born in Cornwall, ON, on June 6, 1953. He grew up in Montreal and spent many summers having great adventures on the family boat; he often shared many stories of this. After high school, he went up North to Asbestos Hill, experienced the beauty of the North and learned a lot of slang French. He purchased a Honda 550 and joined his friends for a trip across the country, and south to Tijuana. He settled in Vancouver for a short time, where he met his future wife.

He was a member of Scouts Canada and volunteered as a Cub and Beaver leader in Langley, BC, and Brampton, ON. He always impressed the Scouts with a magic flameless fire-lighting at the Saturday campfires.

Stephen enjoyed spending time with his family, regularly hosting Sunday family dinner nights. Imparting wisdom and sharing his knowledge with those he loved most, he would always find a way to make everyone feel welcome. He was passionate about flight simulation and all things virtual reality. He loved how using technology could bring people together.

His most memorable vacation was his bucket list trip to Tanzania, and his last adventure was a visit to Paris and Amsterdam. He developed a great love of international travel thanks to his children, and his adventurous spirit soared.

Stephen is survived by his wife of 47 years, Cec Sparrow, his son Eric and daughter-in-law Alecia, of Calgary, AB; daughter Kira and son-in-law Aaron, residing in Perth, WA; and his six grandchildren, Mia, Thomas, Archer, Atticus, Asha, and Charlotte.

He is also survived by his sister Lynn and brother-in-law Len; three nieces, Jessica, Stephanie, and Allison; and many cousins and friends.

Stephen was predeceased by his parents, Vina Irene and Thomas Sparrow.

If friends so desire, we will be celebrating Stephen’s life at home on Thursday, May 23, 2024. Drop-ins are welcome between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. If you wish to attend and require further details, please click the link here, and a family member will be in touch.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared and viewed with Stephen’s family here.

In living memory of Stephen Sparrow, a tree will be planted in the Ann & Sandy Cross Conservation Area by McInnis & Holloway Funeral Homes, Fish Creek, 14441 Bannister Road SE, Calgary, Ab t2x 3j3, Telephone: 403-256-9575.