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PATRICIA PARKS Obituary
PATRICIA GREER PARKS (Age 56)
On Wednesday, May 16, 2012 of Olney, MD. Beloved mother of Nikki Parks Burch (Jason), Ashley Parks (Tom), Jacquelynn Rock; sister of Sharon Distler (Art), Jack Greer (Mimi) and Joan Ridgeway (Bill); loving Nina to Bryce and long time partner of Mike Rock. Also survived by three nieces, two nephews, other loving family and friends. A Celebration of her Life will be held at the Sandy Spring Oak Room (Sandy Spring Fire House), 17921 Brooke Rd., Sandy Spring, MD 20860 on Tuesday, May 22, 2012 at 12 Noon, with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to Susan G. Komen for the Cure, Maryland Affiliate, 200 E. Joppa Rd., Suite 407, Towson, MD 21286.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for PATRICIA PARKS
Debbie Coldsmith
May 15, 2020
Missing you Patsy, still to this day , just doesn't seem real , see you one day my friend. RIP
debbie coldsmith
May 14, 2019
Patsy, I can't believe it has been seven years, I think about you all the time, our birthday that we shared, walks, and everytime I walk in the hood by your house, dollar store, how you made me laugh, and your strength , You left way to soon my friend , you will never be forgotten. I will see you on the other side!
Fred Begosh
May 14, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved ones today and always.
Julie Lee
May 16, 2013
Today and every day, I think of you, dear Patsy. So close yet so far... we remember your smile, laugh, warmth, and sincerity. Missing you!
Debi Wingate
May 15, 2013
Patsy,
I can't believe that tomorrow will 1 year since I got the phone call that you were gone from this earth. I literally hung up the phone and screamed in disbelief. I thought about you on Mother's Day thinking about how a year ago you found out that Ashley was also going to give you a Grandchild as well as Nikki. I miss our phone calls, I miss your laugh, which I imitate sometimes when I'm thinking of you. I just plain miss you sister of my heart. We had a lifetime of memories of tears and laughter that I will treasure for the rest of my life. Nikki and Ashley are amazing Mamas Patsy, you gave that to them. I would never expect less from the amazing person that was my best friend since we were 13. I love you so much and miss you more than I can say.
I will see you when my time comes and give you such a big hug and kiss.
Love you forever and always.
Debi
May 12, 2013
Mom,
This is my first Mother's Day as a mom and I am so sad that you are not here to share it with me. I think about you every day and can not believe it has almost been a year since I have talked to you.
It breaks my heart that you will never meet your precious grand babies but I know that you are watching over them. I pray that I can be half the mom you were.
I miss you more and more every day. I love you with all my heart.
Happy Mother's Day,
Ashley
April 26, 2013
Patsy, I miss you terribly. I want you to know that even in those times when we were not in close contact I never stopped thinking about you. Even now as I am writing this, I can hear your laugh and I can see you as you were when we were in our twenty's. I took for granted that we would always be in touch, would talk about our grandchildren and visit when were both retired. I wish I could tell you just how much you meant to me.
I miss your emails and the jokes that would accompany them. I also miss your sense of humor.
You were always the best friend to me when I was a miserable teenager. You were a great sister-in-law and I always considered you a dear friend regardless of our connection.
I have held your beautiful grandchildren, Colin and Aubrey, and your beautiful girls and feel your presence through them. You would have been a fabulous grandmother just like your mother was to Nikki and Ashley. I wish you had met my grandson, Luke. I find comfort in knowing that at least our kids will know each other's children.
I will never forget what you meant to me. I will never forget the mother you were to Nikki and Ashley. I will never forgot how nice you were to my mother. I will never forget...you.
I know that we will see each other again. I hope we will continue a friendship that spanned many, many years. With all my love. Aunt Pat
April 26, 2013
Patsy,
I have had you on my mind so much lately. There is not a day that goes by that I don't miss my Patty Ann. I get so angry that you're gone from this earth and I have told you that sitting outside and looking up at the sky. I know you're at peace and I know that I will see you again. Your grandbabies are absolutely beautiful and I hate that they may never know what a remarkable person you were. I know that Nikki and Ashely will make sure that they know. Nic's been thru a lot in losing Jason as well. The girls are soooooo strong, you did good. Well I guess I'll close for now. Just wanted to tell you that I love and miss you so very, very much Patsy..but you know that. I love you sister. Debi
Debbie Coldsmith
January 21, 2013
Patsy, a day doesn't go by without thinking of you, it is still hard to believe you are not here. I will remember how you always made me laugh and were by my side in some hard times! Our rides in Bessy were all too funny. Prayers for you and your beautful family forever. I will always celebrate our b-day extra special. Rest in peace my friend! Deb:)
Brenda and Janette Perry
January 19, 2013
Ashly, we did not know. We are so sorry
to hear of your loss. Memories of the past, much love to you Sweetie.
Debi Wingate
December 25, 2012
Patsy I miss you so much I can't even breathe sometimes. So much has happened in our families and I wish so much that we could be sharing them together. I have a new granddaughter, but you know that and your beautiful new granddaughter Aubrey Ann, (yes she has your middle name) is just precious. We always talked about having grandchildren and who would have known that we would have our first (yes you have one upped me once again as you have 2) in the same year. It's such a special time that I want to be on the phone or at the beach together talking all giddy about them. So I settle with just sitting outside and looking up at the sky and talking to you instead. We all miss you terribly. I just wanted to wish you a Very Merry 1st Christmas in Heaven, I know it must be beautiful and to tell you that I still love & miss you daily.Hug and kiss everyone for me.
Your sister of the heart,
Debi
Donna & Tim & Family Moore
June 24, 2012
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
June 20, 2012
On behalf of the Parks, Greer & Rock Family we would like to thank everyone for there kinds words doing this difficult time. Patsy was truly a lucky person to have so many friends and she touched many individuals who will never forget her. Her spirt lives on in Nikki and Ashley and now Colin her grandson. We look forward to seeing her other grandchild in December. Thank you again, we love you all. Nikki & Ashley & Joanie & Mike
Sister
June 18, 2012
Sister, I will always love you and miss you every day for the rest of my life. No one will ever replace you. Rest in peace, Sister!
Debi Wingate
June 16, 2012
I have thought of you all day my dear sweet "sister of my heart". I can't believe it has been a month since you left us for a better place. I have the yellow roses from the celebration of your life in my fridge and they are still beautiful. I look at your picture daily as you are now the wallpaper for my phone. I have seen pictures of your beautiful new grandson Colin and know that you are beaming with pride. He is surrounded by so much love, I know you're proud. Until we meet again Patsy, I miss you daily , will love you always. Debi
Frank Attard
June 1, 2012
With a cheery “HEY!”, Patsy Parks would greet everyone she met on her daily travels throughout the many departments at her workplace. Few people nowadays have the unbounded energy and Joie de vivre that Patsy had and, indeed, instilled in her many friends at work. For many years, she tirelessly volunteered and co-chaired the annual Toys for Tots and Thanksgiving Food Drives. In her 23 years with her coworkers, she has shown us all how a kind and generous spirit can make the workplace a truly uplifting environment. Although she will be missed immeasurably, Patsy's giving and generous nature will live on. May the family and friends of Patsy be comforted by many loving and warm memories of a life well-lived.
Leslie Worthington
May 23, 2012
While I never had the opportunity to meet Patsy's family, please know that you are in my prayers. Patsy was a wonderful, loving person and a great co-worker.
Kathy Abel
May 23, 2012
Patsy you will truly be missed. You will live on in the hearts of your loved ones. May you rest in the peace and beauty of heaven.
Destrey Roberson
May 23, 2012
Dear Ashley,
Please accept my heartfelt condolences for the sudden loss of your mother. I can only imagine your grief and pain. Words can't express the sadness I feel about your loss. May the love of your family and friends be of great comfort for you. Your family and you will be in my prayers.
Sincerely,
Destrey Roberson
Michael and Kathleen Hamlett
May 23, 2012
So Sorry You are in our prayers - She was one of the beautiful Nimitz Road Women!
Jodi Hiltbrand Williams
May 22, 2012
Prayers to all her family and friends
Frances De La Cruz
May 22, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.Patsy will forever be missed. My condolences go out to her family and friends.
Bud Colwell
May 22, 2012
Your passing has been a shock & so hurts my heart. You & all the tight knit group of "Nimitz Road Girls" have always brought a smile to my face. I will always remember the pack of little cuties truckin' up & down the hill on Nimitz. When you all became teenagers the pack grew in size as you all attracted boys like bees to clover. Those were great times. You will be with us all in our memories. My deepest sympathies go out to her children, to Sharon, Joanie & Jack, to her "sisters of the heart" & all her friends. God bless you Patsy, you will be missed by many.
Jennifer Boyd-Sapp
May 22, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours. My heart aches for you as I know how difficult this is. Patsy was a lovely lady who will be dearly missed.
Susan Rutherford-Beall
May 21, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all who were touched by Patsy. She will be missed by all of us. God Bless
Tina Beavers-Dettmer
May 21, 2012
Thoughts and prayers with Patsy's family!
Fred Begosh
May 21, 2012
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Susan (Braswell) and Michael Heller
May 21, 2012
We are so very sorry to hear about your Mom. May God's peace be with your family at this difficult time. You're in our prayers.
Don Spence
May 21, 2012
you my deepist sympathy for loss
Badger
Mike Wernau
May 21, 2012
Nikki,
I am very sorry to hear about your mom's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Ricky & Paula Aebersold
May 21, 2012
We are so sorry for your loss. May the softness of Gods hands hold you tight at this sad time.
May 21, 2012
Nikki,
My thoughts and prayers are you and the entire family. Your Mom left you with many special memories that you will always have. God Bless
Judu Kelley (Hagerstown, MD)
Claudia Goldstein
May 21, 2012
I'm so sadded to hear of Patsy's untimely death...god bless her and her family. She will be missed by many
Sheryl Taylor
May 21, 2012
Nikki, Ashley and Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother and friend. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
-Sheryl, Mike, Bailey, Abbi & McKenna
Chontelle Gray
May 21, 2012
Nikki-
I am so sad to hear about your mother, especially at a time when your life is about to embark on a new journey. I know how close you are to your mother and how difficult this must be for you and your family...please know that you, Jason and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers since that Wednesday morning. Cherish the new life you're about to bring into this world and teach him everything there is to know about his grandma and the love I'm sure she has for him already...take care.
Linda-Jean Jay
May 21, 2012
Parks and Rock Families,
The Graduate School team sends many thoughts and our sincere condolences during this time of loss. Please know that we stand by to help in any way possible.
Nick Bizic
May 21, 2012
Nikki,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know you were very close to your mom and she will be missed. My condolences to your family.
Ferrin Seay
May 21, 2012
My condolences Mike. Our prayers are with you & family.
Nadine Efird
May 20, 2012
Joanie and family..........it was such a shock to hear about Patsy. I am keeping you in my prayers and in my thoughts. I did call Karen to check on you Joanie.
Tommy and Mary Jo Spruill
May 20, 2012
We are so sad to hear about Patsy's passing your in our thoughts and prayers. Joanie if you ever need anything let us know.....
Debi Shaw-Wingate
May 20, 2012
Patsy you were a blessing to my life and I will miss you so very much. Until we meet again, fly with the Angels. Love you always, Debi
Diane Spain Butler
May 20, 2012
Patsy, You were always my friend. You had a smile for everyone and you were truly a joy. The room lit up with you in it. I will miss you.
Veronica Crawford-Robinson
May 20, 2012
Her smile, that is what drew you to Patsy. Her open & welcoming heart was her signature..... I shall miss those "gal pal" lazy after work get gatherings.
"It is not so much our friends' help that helps us as the confident knowledge that they will help us."
- Epicurus (341 - 270 BC) Greek philosopher
JANICE SMITH
May 20, 2012
May GOD bless your soul, Patsy!
janice smith
May 20, 2012
Patsy, I will miss you and your wonderful laugh, May GOD bless you and your family.
love, Janice
Teresa Magee
May 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Patsy's loved ones. I know she had many that will miss her. It was a shock that will stick for a long time. God Bless
Teri and Mark Magee
May 20, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with all her family and dear friends who hold her close to their heart!
May 20, 2012
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there, I do not sleep
I am a thousand winds that blow
I am the diamond glints on snow
I am the sunlight on ripened grain
I am the gentle autumn rain
When you awaken in the morning's hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight
I am the soft stars that shine at night
Do not stand at my grave and cry
I am not there. I did not die.
With deepest sympathy,
Jim and Susan Martin
BILLY BROMLEY
May 20, 2012
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE GREER FAMILY
debbie callow sheftell
May 20, 2012
You will be missed Patsy.
Barbara Thanos
May 20, 2012
"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal". Patsy was a "Unique Peach"....I loved her spirit!
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