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PARKS, Woodrow Woodrow Parks, 99 passed away July 2, 2012. Mr. Parks is preceded in death by his wife, Virginia Garrett Parks; Parents Harvey Frank & Sallie Green Parks; sisters, Mary Lou Chester, Idell Kendall, Bessie Trammell, Bonnie Lou Heap; brothers; I.H. Parks, Robert Lee Parks. He is survived by his sister Verdelle Brackett of Dahlonega and also by several nieces & nephews, cousins, and friends. Woodrow was born in Lumpkin County and lived most of his life in Dahlonega. He worked in the family's general store, beginning at the age of fourteen delivering groceries. He proudly served in the Army Air Force for more than three years, being honorably discharged in March 1945. He served as a supply Sergeant, 325th Fighter Group "Checkertail Clan", in North Africa, France and Italy and, among his commendations were five Bronze Stars. He returned home in 1945 and joined his father and mother in the family business and opened the Parks Clothing store in late 1945. For a number of years he also owned a clothing store in Ellijay, GA. He continued to own the Dahlonega store and was in the store as often as possible up until a few weeks before his death. He was a natural at sales and visiting with people, whether customers or not, and made friends very easily. He was a life-long Christian and member of the Dahlonega Baptist Church and a believer in, and supporter of, Dahlonega and North Georgia. He loved Christian, gospel and bluegrass music and on most Saturdays you could find him on the Dahlonega square listening to the Appalachian music jam. The funeral will be held at the Dahlonega Baptist Church, July 6th at 2:00 p.m., with visitation on Wednesday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm and Thursday from 10:00-8:00pm. Interment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Dahlonega. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Georgia Pick & Bow P.O. Box 1801 Dahlonega, GA 30533 or the charity of your choice in his name. Condolence may be expressed at www.dahlonegafuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Dahlonega Funeral Home, 20 Gibson Rd., Dahlonega, GA 30533, 706-864-DOVE(3683)
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Memories and Condolences
for Woodrow PARKS
September 1, 2012
Dear Verdelle,
We have just learned of Woodrow's death. We loved him and will miss our visits with him on our trips to Dahlonega. Dot Willis & the Hollifields.
Dale Burdge
July 12, 2012
Pickens County American Legion Post 149 salutes Wodrow Parks for his military service.
For God and Country
Dale Burdge- PAST Commander
Legion Post 149 - Jasper, Georgia
Jennifer Mims
July 6, 2012
Dearest Uncle Woodrow,
You are so dear to so many. The church was filled to the brim as we said goodbye this afternoon. Your funeral was beautiful and so meaningful with down home music and personal remembrances. I am so proud you were my uncle and appreciate all of the love you showed me. Thank you for the many stories over the years: gold nuggets, sweeping staircases, boarding houses... Thank you for representing that GREAT generation for so long and for so well. You were the perfect gentleman and always dressed to perfection! Thank you for always wanting a dessert with dinner - it made it easier for all of us to splurge. Thank you for saying the sweetest things about Aunt Gin as it was easy to see she stole your heart all those years ago. Thank you for sharing heart-felt memories of my Grandma and her family. It always made me proud to know you two were in business together before the war. I have many fond memories of visiting your store in Ellijay as a child and your home in Jasper - except for being scared of Prissy the dog. As sad as I am, I KNOW you are in heaven at a big table passing fried chicken, creamed corn, and lots of pies among loved ones, both family and friends. You will be missed so and ever an embodiment of your beloved Dahlonega.
Your great niece and her family,
Jennifer, Ashley, Madison and Mason Mims
Barbara Eden
July 5, 2012
To the wonderful , devoted family of Mr. Woodrow. I always told him he was the " King" of Dahlonega, Ga.
He loved everyone and made everyone feel so special when they came in the store.
He would call over to where I worked and say "Let me talk to the Garden of Eden" Barbara. How special is that?
Mr. Woodrow please keep watching over all of us. You are our angel. Love to you and I will miss our chats!
BILL and SHERRY CODY
July 5, 2012
SUCH A GREAT LOSS TO THE DAHLONEGA-LUMPKIN COUNTY AREA.WHEN THE CHAMBER WAS BROKE IN 1980 HE WAS ALWAYS ASKING WHAT HE COULD DO. HE WAS A GREAT FRIEND TO THIS DAY AND ALWAYS ENJOYED TALKING, VISITING, EATING WITH HIM.VERDELLE HAS BEEN SUCH A GREAT SISTER-FRIEND TO HIM .
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS WILL BE BE MANY IN THE COMING DAYS.REST IN PEACE OUR GREAT FRIEND YOUR LOVING FRIENDS BILLand SHERRY CODY
Noel Lee
July 5, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lisa Klop
July 5, 2012
Uncle Woodrow, you were an amazing man and I have the best memories of you to cherish. Thank you for your service to our country. May you rest in peace.
Randy & Debbie Willard
July 5, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Park's family. It was such a pleasure to have known him. He was a true gentleman.
GuyDean Benson
July 4, 2012
Sending sympathy . I certainly will miss stopping in the store to say hello and I will miss him at the Parks reunion. GuyDeanParks Benson
July 4, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Parks family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Carolyn Lowe
July 4, 2012
Rest In Peace Woodrow. I was honored and grateful to spend a little time with you recently. You were such a dear, sweet man.
July 4, 2012
My Uncle Woodrow was a treasure. We are so blessed to have had him in our lives. He lived 99 wonderful years and was loved by all. He will be truly missed by so many. Woodrow never met a stranger a friend and inspiration to all.
steve and nancy garst
July 4, 2012
we have lost a little bit of history. Dahlonega has been blessed by the presence of Woodrow. Thoughts and prayers to Ann, Clyde and the rest of the family
Connie DeShan
July 4, 2012
My great-uncle ~ I loved to hear so many wonderful stories of his past! Although at age 99, he was such a character and so full of life! It's very sad to me..... I felt like you would live "forever" ~ Love you Uncle Woodrow, you are going to be greatly missed AND "you will live forever in our hearts"! Connie & Mike DeShan and family.
Scott & Margaret Hallam
July 3, 2012
We were saddened to hear of his passing. He was such a wonderful person and supporter of our community. He will be missed by everyone. Our prayers are with his family.
Judy &Carlton Barnes
July 3, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
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