Search by Name
Search by Name
1931
2020
JOHNSTON CITY -- Dorothy E. Parks, 89, passed away peacefully in the arms of her Lord and Savior at 9:39 p.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2020, in Parkway Manor in Marion.
Dorothy was born March 17, 1931, in Corinth to George Scott and Anna Mae (Beers) Ray.
She married John D. Parks on Dec. 10, 1948, in Corinth. Together they shared 67 years of marriage before he preceded her in death Feb. 26, 2016.
Dorothy was retired, having been employed as a bookkeeper by E. Blankenship and Company Auto Parts Store in Marion from 1948 to 1964.
She was of the Christian faith.
She was a 1948 graduate of Johnston City High School.
Dorothy enjoyed spending time outdoors gardening and watching her cows. Her greatest love was caring for her family and helping others in need. Dorothy had a positive impact on those she encountered. She was respectfully known as mom, grandma, maw maw, the farm manager and most importantly friend. Regardless of your business interaction with her, she would always end the conversation by stating "Let me know if you need anything, I will do it or have it done."
Survivors include two sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Jeffrey D. (Sherrie) Parks and Stuart L. (Holli) Parks, both of Herrin; four grandchildren, Elizabeth Parks of St. Louis, Scott (Kannika) Parks of Ann Arbor, Michigan, Marris Parks of Johnston City, and Maclane Parks of Herrin; brother, Ron (Laura) Ray; and sister-in-law, Peggy Parks of Waco, Texas. She is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Deloras J. Smith; infant brother, Jackie Lee Ray; in-laws, Gene and Inez Parks, Stanley Parks, Mary Alice and Arlie King, Jr.
Special thanks to Carl Jackson, Marcheeta Parks, Sherry Lazorchak, Kevin Horn, Theresa Lane, Debbie Terry, the staff and volunteers of Williamson County Program on Aging and the staff and nurses of Parkway Manor Nursing Home.
Funeral service will be at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19, in Pyle Funeral Home in Johnston City with Pastors Troy Benitone, Gary Clark and John Howat officiating. Interment will follow in Dillingham Cemetery near Corinth. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Pyle Funeral Home in Johnston City is entrusted with the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are encouraged to be made to the Dillingham Cemetery. Memorial envelopes are available at the funeral home.
DUE TO HEALTH CONCERNS RELATED TO THE COVID-19 VIRUS AND BY THE SIGNING OF EXECUTIVE ORDER BY THE ILLINOIS GOVERNOR, it is recommended if you are planning on attending the visitation or service, you wear a mask and socially distance yourself from others.
For additional information or to sign the book of memories, visit www.pylefuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Sponsored by Pyle Funeral Home - Johnston City.
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Dorothy. She was a kind and lovely lady who now rests in the arms of angels. Prayers for healing and consolation.
Elizabeth Shaw
September 20, 2020
We are so sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother.
Cathy and Ron Tolbert
September 19, 2020
I'm so sorry to hear of my sweet Neighbors passing. (She always called me Neighbor).What a wonderful influence she was to me for many years! I always loved her and have great childhood memories of Dorothy. My prayers go out to all of you at this time of great loss. Love and Hugs...Kathy
Kathy (Craig) Trout
September 18, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. Dorothy was such a sweet lady. She will be missed by everyone who knew her. RIP Dorothy.
Tracy Elliott Thompson
September 18, 2020
Dr. Parks I am so sorry to learn of your Mother's passing.=O=O
Jan Howard
September 16, 2020
Prayers being sent for family! Such an honor to have the chance to know Dorothy! Heaven is brighter with her smile.
Lisa Owen
September 16, 2020
Sorry to hear of Dorothy Passing rest in the arms of god. Though and prayes are with you all.
Lon Richard
September 16, 2020
God Bless and God Speed !
Paul Lunsford
September 16, 2020
Showing 1 - 8 of 8 results
Sep
19
11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Pyle Funeral Home - Johnston City1008 W. Broadway Blvd., Johnston City, IL 62951
Sep
19
1:00 p.m.
Pyle Funeral Home - Johnston City1008 W. Broadway Blvd., Johnston City, IL 62951
Funeral services provided by:
Pyle Funeral Home - Johnston City1008 W. Broadway Blvd., Johnston City, IL 62951
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more