Walter Thomas Parkes Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Walter Thomas Parkes (Florence, Alabama), born in Nashville, Tennessee, who passed away at the age of 91, on April 29, 2020. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Walter Thomas Parkes to show support.
He was predeceased by: his wife Ruth K. Parkes; and his daughter-in-law Mitzi B. Parkes. He is survived by: his sister Doris Dorsey of Corpus Christi, TX; his sons, Charles L. "Buddy" Parkes of Sheffield and Kelly Parkes (Donna) of Muscle Shoals; his grandchildren, Kimberly Parkes Warren (David) of Tuscumbia, Amelia Parkes of Savannah, GA and Katelyn Parkes of Ocean Springs, MS; and his great grandchildren, Eli, Macy Claire Warren of Tuscumbia and Riley Kate Partridge of Ocean Springs, MS. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Due to the current pandemic situation, a private graveside service was held for the immediate family at Sheffield Oakwood with Chad Holder officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to York Bluff Baptist Church of Sheffield or the charity of your choice.
