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2024
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Maggie Parks Obituary
Age 89, passed away on Saturday 19, 2024. She was born February 18, 1935 in Franklin, Georgia to Bill and Sallie Dunson. She retired from DESC after 39 1/2 years. She belonged to several Houses in the PHA Masonic Organization. She was an avid bowler and served as a Director of the Dayton Women's Bowling Association 25 years. She was proceeded in death by both parents; Spouse, Charles Parks; Son, Charles Parks Jr.; Sister, Nellie; Brothers, Bill E. and Paul. She leaves to cherish her memory a loving Sister, Shirley Lyons; Brother, Fred Dunson; Grandson, Lillard (Donna) Parks; Great Grandchildren, Mia Parks and Miles Parks; and a host of Nephews, Nieces, Cousins, and other loving family members and friends. She was a ball of energy, and a soulful person who knew no strangers and will be greatly missed. Funeral service will be held at 12:30 pm, Friday, November 1, 2024, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 380 S. Broadway Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402. Visitation will be held at 9:00am -10:00am and 11:00am - 12:30 pm. Masonic Services (Daughters and OES) will be held 10:00am - 11:00am. Interment: West Memory Gardens Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to THOMAS FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, 4520 Salem Ave.
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Dorothy Baker
November 17, 2024
Our condolences! Maggie eill be missed.
Dorothy Baker and Sylvia Welch
Cynthia Crosby
November 2, 2024
My Deepest Condolences
Cynthia Crosby
Fitzgerald Busch
November 1, 2024
My sincere condolences to the family
Colin ( Cincinnati )
October 31, 2024
She was a great inspiration and very direct, and loving I will miss seeing her at the potentate ball I will truly miss her!!!
Coston Smith
October 30, 2024
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Shelia Gilchrist
October 28, 2024
Prayers and condolences to the Parks Family. Gods grace and mercy covered and sustained her for 89 years. Claiming her legacy will continue through all who will forever love her. Love Shelia Gilchrist
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