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James Parks Obituary

URBANA - James J. Parks, 51, of Urbana died at 12:35 p.m. Thursday (July 17, 2025) at Carle Foundation Hospital, Urbana. Funeral arrangements were incomplete at Evergreen Cremation Services, 314 Tiffany Court, Champaign.

Published by The News-Gazette on Jul. 22, 2025.

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Cindy Bolick

July 22, 2025

I´m saddened to hear about Jimmy Joes passing! Such a sweet soul! Rest in heaven, Jimmy, Joe.

Jeff Rogers

July 22, 2025

I am heartsick at what has befallen Jim. I have so many fond memories of him, from childhood to adulthood. Rest in peace Jimmy Joe

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