William (Jack) John Parke
William (Jack) John Parke
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He is survived by his wife, Margaret (Peggy) Settle Parke; his son, William (Jeff) Jeffrey Parke and his wife, Erica; his daughter, Trudy Lynn Parke and her spouse, Jen; his step-daughter, Molli Vioral and her husband, Jason; and his step-daughter, Jillian Pehowic and her husband, Chad. Jack had 17 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his youngest son, Gregory John Parke.
Jack was born and spent the first 50 years of his life in the Pittsburgh, PA area where he owned a trucking business. He then moved to Lutz, FL near Tampa. He eventually started fundraising business, helping schools, daycares and sports teams raise funds to help with their expenses.
Jack was an avid drag racing fan - a champion when he was young. In his later years he enjoyed relaxing by the pool, playing water volleyball and sand volleyball.
A celebration of life will be held in Pennsylvania in early 2024. Jack will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
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Chuck & Cindy Seilkop
February 3, 2024
Jack, we always looked enjoyed our conversations with you, having a soft spoken tone and a hearty laughter. It was always a pleasure joining your family during your holiday celebrations. Jack. you will truly be missed.
Peggy our heart goes out to you and we are here for any needs you may have. Even a simple conversation would be a pleasure.
Love you both very much.
Chuck & Cindy Seilkop
Linda Moren
January 6, 2024
I knew Jack for many years he was always a gentleman and a friend, my late husband played volleyball with Jack. I may not have seen Jack often but I considered Jack a dear friend. Knowing that I won't be able to see him anymore has left a void in my world. I'm sure he's looking down with a smile, because that's what I remember, he always had a smile.
Caroline Ritter
January 3, 2024
Jack was always a gentleman and a good friend. We could always count on a smile from him and he always made us smile. He will certainly be missed by all who knew him. I enjoyed him talking about the Parke family history of his Uncle who grew strawberries and discovered that if you sprinkled water on the strawberry plants, the frost would not kill them. Having grown up in a strawberry picking family, I enjoyed knowing that. Peggy my heart goes out to you and I know full well what you are going through, being a widow as well. Let me know if I can be of service to you Peggy. I love you Caroline Ritter
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Terry and Darla Bell
January 3, 2024
Jack always had a smile for you. We really liked Jack and enjoyed talking to him. May he rest in peace. Our love goes out to Peggy.
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Pat and Dale Crane
December 9, 2023
Jack was one of the nicest and dearest friends that my Husband and I have ever had. We shared many fun adventures with he and his wife Peggy for over 34 years. Dale and I will ALWAYS hold a very special place in our hearts for this very special man. He will be missed! Love you Jack!!
Peggy, Eddie Wingo
December 8, 2023
My husband and I met peggy, jack many yrs ago in Fla many fun memories lots of laughs and good times he was someone who always had a fun story to tell we will miss his friendly smile and sense of humor rip ❤love Peggy , Eddie wingo
Sharon LeVand
December 8, 2023
Jack was a kind and gentile person, with a great smile and a wonderful friend for 26 years. He will be truly missed.
David& Carrie Arnokd
December 6, 2023
Jack you will be missed. Hugs for Peggy and the Family.
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