Shirley Rae Parks Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Shirley Rae Parks (Spencer, Iowa), whose life came to an end on April 4, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Shirley Rae Parks or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
As Shirley Rae departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Shirley Rae. Though Shirley Rae may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gaye Woodford and Genevieve Woodford (Thomas); her husband Jim Parks; her brother Arlyn Woodford (Woody); and her son-in-law Ken Borth.
She is survived by: her children, Curt Parks (Cheryl) of Spencer, Kim Borth of Spencer, Brett Parks (Michelle) of Okoboji, Brenda Ravenscroft (Ted) of Longmont, CO and Jim Parks of Milford. She is also survived by great grand children.
A graveside service was held on Friday, April 11th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Riverside Cemetery (1701 W 4th St, Spencer, IA 51301).
