Almaree S Headrick

Almaree Sparkman Headrick

A classy, conservative lady whose grace spoke long before words were needed.

Born July 23, 1939, in Charleston, South Carolina, Almaree’s life began in the warmth of coastal heritage and strong family roots. She departed this earthly home peacefully at 9:44 a.m. on February 4, 2026, in Lauderdale Lakes, Florida, leaving behind a legacy shaped by dignity, faith, and quiet strength.

She was the beloved daughter of Elijah Sparkman Sr. of Andrews, South Carolina, and Sarah Swinton Sparkman of Georgetown, South Carolina.

Among twelve siblings—five brothers and six sisters—she shared a lifetime of memories, love, and endurance.

Most preceded her in eternal rest,

Brothers, Elijah Sparkman Jr., Earl Sparkman, Isaac Sparkman, Ruben Arnold Sparkman,

Sister, Neila S Walls, Louwiser Macon(Robert), Lilly Etta Baker (Bobby Joe), Lela Belle Goodwin (Elijah Sr.),

Rosa Belle Hart (Nathaniel Sr.).

Survived by Sara Jane Nesbit, Eddie K. Sparkman Sr.(Elaine) A God given Sister known as “The little one” Mary Russ-Milligan., two special friends Claudette Shorter, and Carolyn Morgan and, A host of niece, nephew,cousins,and friends

Though she did not give birth to children, Almaree’s nurturing spirit formed a family wherever love was needed.

Faith-centered and poetic

Almaree did not birth children of her own, yet Deborah McIntyre was divinely placed in her life to love and guide. She was also honored to be the godmother of Kristy Tucker, Michael Martin and Mikyla Armstrong.

Her educational journey culminated in a high school diploma earned on May 20, 1957, in Charleston Heights, South Carolina, where she faithfully completed the prescribed sixteen-unit course of study.

Driven by independence and purpose, she pursued entrepreneurial work in bookkeeping, accounting, and income tax preparation, building a professional life marked by discipline and trust.

On May 22, 1985, she was united in marriage with Thomas Riley Headrick of Missouri in Southampton, Pennsylvania—an enduring union rooted in companionship and mutual respect.

Her greatest devotion was spiritual. Publicly confessing Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, she entered full fellowship in ministry at Christ King Lutheran Church in 1985, located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida where she served as a dedicated board member.

Later, on May 5, 2023, She changed her membership and joined Revelation Universal Churches in Summerville, South Carolina, under the leadership of Pastor Evola Fogle, Certified by Pastor Sara Nesbit, on August 22, 2024.

She remained a faithful and valuable contributor, serving with humility rather than recognition.

Almaree’s joys were simple yet deeply felt. She loved sewing, tending to plants and gardens, and watching flowers bloom—especially orchids and birds of paradise.

Evenings often found her listening to the quiet music of nature, accompanied by soft romantic jazz and a gentle nightcap. Almaree was known as one of the greatest bowlers at Webster bowling lane in Bronx, New York. Delighted in kayaking, beach days, outdoor concerts in the park on first Sundays, and traveling the world with a spirit of calm curiosity.

Her life was not loud, yet it was full.

Not hurried, yet richly lived.

Not ordinary, yet beautifully simple.

She leaves behind a testimony of elegance, faith, resilience, and love—woven gently into every life she touched.

Her grace remains. Her peace endures. Her memory blooms forever.