Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave.

Portage, Indiana

Josephine Parks Obituary

Josephine Parks (nee Zolkowski) "Jo" Portage, IN Josephine "Jo" Parks (nee Zolkowski), age 59, of Portage, passed away Friday, December 23, 2005 at Valparaiso Care and Rehabilitation Center. She was currently employed with Portage School System where she worked as a bus driver. Josephine was a lifelong area resident and will be remembered by her family as a wonderful homemaker, mother, grandmother and sister. Josephine is survived by her children: Robert E. (Jessica Chandler) Parks Jr. of Portage, Michael E. (Tara) Parks of Portage, Christine M. (Caine Donis) Parks of Portage; grandson, Tyler Michael Parks of South Haven; sister, Anna (Howard) Brook of NY; brother, George (Dottie) Zolkowski of Michigan City; sisters-in-law: Jennie (Larry) Hund of Waukeegan and Donna (Marion) Copas of Portage; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Parks Sr.; parents: Walter and Valentina Zolkowski. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 28, 2005 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, with Deacon Richard Huber, officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Portage. Visiting hours will be 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2005 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Times on Dec. 28, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Josephine Parks

Not sure what to say?





5 Entries

Mike Parks

January 14, 2006

I would like to thank everyone for all they have done to help us out. I would also like to thank everyone for being there. I think that it was sad for something like this to happen to my mom for her to realize she had alot of friends.Thank-you again Mike Parks

Brittany Evola

January 3, 2006

Jo was my bus driver in middle school and she was an amazing person. I will always keep her in my memory and my heart. My condolences to all she was near to and all who felt her heart.

Keith & Beth Simmons

December 27, 2005

Our deepest condolences to your entire family during this unfortate time of your loss. Rob-we know your mama and your father were both the world to you and we are sure your mom is with your father now and they are both with you and your entire family getting you through everything you will be going through. This summer, they'll both be with us when we get on the bikes and ride (and be loud) and they will both be able to be together and watch proudly at your and Jessica's wedding. We pray for your family and are here for all of you.

Lena Frazier

December 27, 2005

I am so sorry for your untimely loss. Although I didn't know Jo, I feel like I did from all the stories Dawn has told me.She sounded like a wonderful person, who will be sadly missed.

Dawn Ryan

December 27, 2005

Chrissy, Mike & Rob



I so very sad about the loss of your mother. She was not only my "other mom" she was my good friend...many amazing memories I have from times spent with her and so much that she taught me over the past 13 years that I will continue to pass on to my son; Vics on the foot....How to beat Zelda and the love of ham and bow tie soup to name a few!



She was a selfless ~ caring person whom I am so so fortunate to have known. My husband will miss seeing her and getting that huge hug from her and being called her "adopted son" and my son will miss growing up and knowing such an amazing person.



I loved her dearly and will miss her every day.



Love

Dawn

Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results

Make a Donation
in Josephine Parks's name

Memorial Events
for Josephine Parks

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

How to support Josephine's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Josephine Parks's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more