of Marshall, AR
January 7, 1948 - March 6, 2024
George Uriah Parks Jr., age 76, of Marshall, Arkansas passed from this life on Wednesday, March 6th, 2024 at Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab in Clinton, Arkansas. He was born in Dennard, Arkansas on January 7th, 1948 to George Uriah Parks and Rosemary Timmons Parks. George was married to Judy Elaine Parks for 53 years before her death in 2021.
George attended the Lord's House of Prayer in Marshall. He worked for the Arkansas State Highway Road Department for 25 plus years. He was discharged from the Army National Guard in 1966. He enjoyed working on his farm alongside his wife, Judy. George liked to hunt and fish. His family was very important to him and any activities with them made his day brighter.
Survivors include two children, Sherri Parks Ragland of Marshall and Brian Parks and wife, Tina of Greenbrier; grandchildren, Curtis Ragland (Erin) of Mt. Vernon, Briana Redman (Adam) of Marshall, Landra McBee (Aaron) of Harrison, Blain Parks of Conway and Laynee Parks also of Conway; great-grandchild, Marney Ragland; siblings, Bob Parks, Jim Parks, Gail Mainord, Willy Parks, Mike Parks, Tim Parks, John Parks, Kathy James and Dortha Treece and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family who will also mourn his passing.
George is preceded in death by his parents, George and Rosemary Parks; his wife, Judy Preddy Parks and three siblings, Mary Parks Loggins, David Charles Parks and Gene Parks.
Funeral services for George will be 10:00 AM Friday, March 8th, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Funeral Home in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Allen Brock officiating. Special music will be performed by Karen Ragland. Visitation will be 6:00 till 8:00 PM Thursday, March 7th, 2024 in the Chapel. Burial will be in Rambo Cemetery near Marshall, Arkansas. Bearers will be Matt Treece, Jeff Parks, Jacob James, Pat Norman, Ernest Taylor Jr. and Isaac Trotter. Honorary bearers will be Corey Preddy, Jeremy Parks, Robbie Parks, Chad Ragland, Adam Redman and Evan Parks.
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40 Condolence(s)
Mitzi Garrison
Wednesday, March 13, 2024
I am so sorry for your families loss. Thinking of you with live Sherry ????
Terry Long
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
You will be missed so much, but you are home now with Mrs. Judy, happy and pain free. I love you.
Nathan and Bridget (Horton) Treadwell
Monday, March 11, 2024
We're so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Bambi Rhodes
Sunday, March 10, 2024
My sympathy and prayers for the family. Rip George we will all meet again one day.
Patsy Ward
Saturday, March 9, 2024
So sorry for your loss, may you all be blessed with peace and comfort during this time.
Barbara Smith
Friday, March 8, 2024
Sherri & Brian &: family, I am so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in God and your family and friends.
Pat Halsted
Friday, March 8, 2024
I'm very sorry for your loss.
Albert & Anna Maze
Friday, March 8, 2024
Sherri and Brian, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Your families will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Kl and Vickie Williams
Thursday, March 7, 2024
So sorry for your loss of a fine man
God bless you all
Deanna Kalinoski
Thursday, March 7, 2024
So sorry for your loss.Prayer for your family. Aunt Deanna
Bethel Massey
Thursday, March 7, 2024
To the family,
I’m so sorry for your loss..
Prayers for comfort and peace
During this difficult time.
SCOTT TUMBLESON
Thursday, March 7, 2024
We are so very sorry for your loss. I have known George many a years. He was my 1st supervisor at Flintrock Shirt Factory. George always could make me smile. We will miss him. Jackie & Scott
Shawna Jolly-Wilbanks & Johnny Wilbanks
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Dear Family- I am so very sorry for your loss. George was a great man and I know you all will miss him dearly. I pray for God’s comfort and strength during this most difficult time. Love and hugs
Judy Stapish
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Condolances to his family. So sorry for your loss Kathy James our cousin
Judy Stapish and Mike Timmons
Joe and Melba Ward
Thursday, March 7, 2024
We were sorry to hear about George. He was a really nice friend and will miss him. Prayers for all.
Larry George
Thursday, March 7, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. Praying for your family
Donald and Jeanette Flowers
Thursday, March 7, 2024
We are so very sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are will you all.
Bruce Stewart
Thursday, March 7, 2024
I’m saddened to learn of George’s passing. My condolences to his family and friends. I will always appreciate his thoughtful input during Sunday school and I will never forget him encouraging me to sing.
Brandy Oliver
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Prayers are with the family.
Tim Timmons
Thursday, March 7, 2024
Our thoughts and prayers be with the families R.I.P my cousin.
Tim & Val
Janita King
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I’m so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers during this time of great sorrow and the days ahead.
Jimmy Dale Massey
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I`m so sorry to hear Geroge Jr..has passed..love and Prayers to all the family
Susan Parks
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
My heart is with all of you during this most sad time. George was always good to me and I know he will be greatly missed by many. Heaven has another angel and one day we will all see him again. My deepest sympathy. Big hugs to all of you.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Family, I'm sorry for your loss
Kay and John Branscum
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Sam Passmore
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So very sorry to hear this. Prayers and deepest condolences to the Parks family and loved ones.
James and Leada Horton
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sad to hear about George. We spent time with George and Judy fishing, visiting and working together for several years at Flintlock. Our love and prayers for all the family.????
Toby Long
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sorry to hear of the passing of George Jr!! Praying for the families
Jeremy Parks
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Love you Uncle George, I will miss our conversations. To the Family, my thoughts are will you all. I'd say more but don't have the words. I love you all.
John Massey
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sorry for the family’s loss prayers
Buddy and Sonya Parks
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Charita Gregory
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Will miss George. He was a really nice man. Would Alys be laughing when I would see him at the shop in Marshall.
Cindy
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry to hear about george ,my prayers are with all the family
Samantha Hightower
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
My condolences and prayers to the family. God Bless to you all.
Hiram, Janet and Melaniah Agdeppa
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Brian, Tina and Family. ?? We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We love you and we are here if you need anything ??
Jeffery
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
So sorry for your loss,me and George worked together and became friends,he’s truly going to be missed
Faye Preddy
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time.I have lots of fond memories of George when we were kids living next door to each other.May God give you comfort in the days to come.
Patti Swafford
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Prayers for the family. I worked with George at the Highway Department. Peace and comfort to all
Glenda Treece
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
I am very sorry for your lost> Praying for The familly.
James and Jeri White
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
Our deepest sympathy in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.