of Batesville, AR
September 7, 1937 - October 31, 2015
Jimmy Parks, 78, of Batesville died Saturday, October 31, 2015, at a local nursing home.
He was born September 7, 1937, in Batesville and was the son of Limuel G. Parks Sr. and Emily Ellen Handford Parks.
He retired from Fitzhugh's Clothing Store. Jimmy was spirited, had a good sense of humor, and deep roots in the community.
Survivors include his sister-in-law, Laura Parks; two nephews, Stanley Parks and John Parks; his church family; and seven great- nieces and great-nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Limuel Parks Jr.
There will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 4, 2015, at Oaklawn Cemetery in Batesville with Father John Drymon officiating.
There will be no visitation.
I am so sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. Though we were not close family, Jimmy and I still had our Handford heritage in common.
Charlene Handford Barlow