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Parks, James F.

Monday, October 19, 2009

James Frederick Parks, age 69, of Chester, Virginia, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2009. He was born in Waterloo, Iowa, son of the late Harley Otis and Alice Homan Parks. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Rosemary and Marion, and his brothers, Don and David. Mr. Parks is survived by his lovely wife of 49 years, LaVerne Parks; son, James R. Parks and wife, Leslie; daughters, Tamara Whitehouse and Michelle Hague and husband, David; grandchildren, Jennifer Lynn, Timothy James, Darby Ann and Alexandra Margaret; brothers, Stanley Nerad and Jack Parks; and sisters, Pat Shores and Opal Hanna. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 21, 2009 from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. A memorial service will take place on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 12 noon in the funeral home chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com


Condolences

i can hear jim now saying... you did not spell safety correctly.....we will miss you

Posted by: roger parker at October 22, 2009 12:26 AM

Tammy and Family,
We are sorry to hear about your loss. We will keep you and your family in our prayers. May God give you strength and peace. God Bless You.
From your QTC family.

Posted by: Jackie S., Veronica D., Lionel P. at October 21, 2009 05:54 PM

LaVerne and loving family,
We are very saddened by Jim's passing. We will
always hold on to the fond memories, kind
heartedness, devotion and love he showed for
his family and friends.
Those memories will stay in our hearts for
ever and ever.
We are here if you need us.
Love,
Judy and Rich

Posted by: Beswick Family at October 21, 2009 04:36 PM

We both send our deepest condolences to all of you. I only met your Jim once, but my husband thought so highly of him and they shared a special bond. Know that we are here if there is anything we can do to make this time easier.

Jim and Alyson Ross

Posted by: Jim and Alyson Rioss at October 21, 2009 09:44 AM

i am sorry to hear the news about jim...i worked with jim at westvaco plant #3 off cofer road...jim worked in the safty dept...he was good at his job.....westvaco lost a good man...

Posted by: roger parker at October 20, 2009 07:48 PM

Jim, Leslie and Parks family, I am so sorry for the difficult time you are and will be going through. I know this has been a very difficult year so far and I hope and pray that the future will bring you all the comfort and peace you need. With our love and prayers for your family.

Posted by: Chris and Larry McIlwee at October 20, 2009 04:11 PM

LaVerne - Please know that in this very difficult time, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. As The Sisters have stated in their messages, we all loved and respected Jim. He was a very good man. We know that he took very good care of you and we are grateful to him for that. Altho we will miss him greatly, we know that he is now at rest. My prayers are for you and your family, that you may find strength in your faith to help you thru your sadness and grief. I love you.
Your sister,
Teresa

Posted by: Teresa Childress Fontaine at October 20, 2009 01:43 PM

He will always be remembered as you share the stories and the memories of how he lived his life and how very much he meant, may you find comfort...And, throughout this difficult time, may you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for you and all your family. I have fought the fine fight, I have run the course to the finish, I have observed the faith.-2Timothy 4:7. As for me, I will lie down that I may sleep; I shall certainly awake, for Jehovah himself keeps supporting me. -Psalms 3:5

Posted by: Magallon Family at October 20, 2009 01:32 PM

I think about Jim when I view the CD he made from pictures of the reunion held for Earl's children. Jim was a real nice person. The loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult times in our lives. I'm sorry for your loss.

Posted by: Bruce Childress at October 20, 2009 01:03 PM

My Dearest LaVerne,

I was deeply saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you and your family.

I am very grateful for the fond memories of Jim from the brief but very wonderful times we all spent together. It was a special time for us and I will remember him and the times we were able to have with him.
I can only imagine your grief. If it is any consolation, I share your pain immensely.

I know that you will find the strength to get through this very sad and difficult time. Knowing that your family is here for you will hopefully help to comfort you.

Please extend my sympathy to your beautiful family. You are in my heart, mind and prayers. I am here if you need me. I love you, LaVerne.

Denise

Posted by: Denise at October 20, 2009 11:41 AM

Heaven is a place nearby, so there’s no need to say goodbye. While you are mourning the loss of your love one, others are rejoicing to meet him beyond the sky. Tammy and family may God's loving arms hold you tight and comfort you now more than ever before. My love and prayers are with you all. Tammy know that your extended family here in Nashville is and always will be here for you. I can truly say that your dad was one awesome man, not because I ever knew him but because I know you. God bless and keep you all. Give your mom a big hug for us all here in Nashville we love you guys. Sherry,

Posted by: Sherry Jackson and Family at October 20, 2009 10:49 AM

LaVerne,
My prayers are with you and your family in your grief. Jim was instrumental in bringing us all together, which is a gift beyond description. I'll miss his gruff determination at seeing things through and feel truly fortunate to have known him, if only for a short time. I'm sure that mine is not the only life Jim touched and I will always hold close to my heart, the memories of the time we all spent together.

Find peace in the fact that God has taken Jim into his loving arms and that we will all be together again one day. Always remember that you have sisters who feel fortunate to be able to be here for you at this difficult time. I love you.

Your sister,
Millie

Posted by: Millie Childress Jones at October 20, 2009 09:45 AM

Laverne, Michelle, Darby and Alex,
We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was a great man and he really loved you all so much! I hope that brings you comfort at this most difficult time. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.

Love, Teresa and Shelley Stewart & Family

Posted by: Teresa Stewart at October 20, 2009 08:41 AM

Laverne,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children. I knew Jim only a short time, but I will miss his booming voice when I call, his wry sense of humor, his remarkable love of his family,
God, and country, and his e-mails, especially the greeting cards. Take comfort in the fact that he is at peace, and that you have sisters who sincerely love you more than you can imagine, and support you and believe in you. I love you.
Your sister,
Yvonne.

Posted by: Yvonne Childress Richards at October 19, 2009 07:48 PM

You all will continue to be in my prayers. Mr Parks fought a long fight and he was tired. You all have a wonderful close family,stay that way. You will find strength in God and each other to get thru this. XOXOXO
Tammy, Sheri said she's sorry about your dad and she loves you.

Posted by: Marilyn Carter at October 19, 2009 06:16 PM

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