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Richard Joseph ParksRichard Joseph Parks, age 68 - known throughout his life as "Richie", "Animal", and "Gumper" but simply "Rich" to his friends - peacefully left this world on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 surrounded by love, leaving behind his family, countless friends, and likely a few unfinished...
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