John PARKES Obituary

Published by Southern Highland News on Nov. 7, 2018.

PARKES, John Thomas Passed away 5th November, 2018. Aged 78 years. Late of Bowral. Beloved husband of Heather. Dearly loved father of Ben and Kate and father in law of Naomi and Simon. Adored grandfather to Thomas, Molly, Matthew, Isabella, Harriot and Max. Loved brother to Judy. "Such a gentle caring man, he will be loved and remembered everyday" Family and friends are invited to attend a funeral service for John to be held at Bong Bong Racecourse, 460 Kangaloon Road Bowral on Tuesday 13th November, 2018 commencing at 11.00am. Interment will follow at Bowral cemetery.



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November 13, 2018

Remember many happy times with the family at Burradoo.You were great neighbours.
So sorry to hear of John's passing.
Love Lorraine Armstrong (Faulkner)

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