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Marjorie Parks Obituary
PEORIA - Marjorie "Marge" Norine (Shirck) Parks, 93, of South Pasadena, FL, formerly of Peoria, died on Saturday, June 19, 2021.
Marjorie was born on May 11, 1928, in St. Paul, MN, and graduated from The University of Minnesota in 1949. She married Felix Gilbert "Gil" Parks in 1949 and moved to Peoria, IL.
Marge was a school teacher for five years, teaching children with Polio at local hospitals. She raised four children and volunteered her time to many organizations, including the Girl Scouts, Methodist Hospital Service League, Kings Daughters and the First Presbyterian Church, where she was an active member. Marge and Gil were members of Mt. Hawley Country Club, where they enjoyed golfing and traveling. Marjorie and Gil permanently moved to Florida in 1997, where they joined Pass-a-Grille Beach Community Church. Here, she continued her dedication to volunteering, helping with the Church Thrift Shop, Vacation Bible School and the Women's Group.
Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Gil Parks.
Survivors include two sons, Daniel (Katie) Parks of Charlotte, NC, and David (Kimberly) Parks of Woodstock, GA; two daughters, Susan (Nelvin) Wade of Bradenton, FL, and Janet Petty of South Pasadena, FL; 8 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at 3 p.m. Friday, June 25, at Pass-A-Grille Beach Community Church, 107 16th Ave., St. Pete Beach, FL.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made in Marjorie's honor to Pass-A-Grille Community Church Youth Ministries or Suncoast Hospice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Linda Seelye Egle
June 29, 2021
What fun memories I have of being with the Parks family! From sleep overs to boating to Girl Scouts and paper routes...Marge did it all and more. Usually with a smile and a laugh. Loved knowing her.....the angels are rejoicing!
Simone Taylor
June 26, 2021
No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of need.
Patrick Pilcher
June 24, 2021
Marge was a great lady. Very sorry for your loss but know she will be rejoining Gil. Condolences to all the family.
Andy & Stacie Pilcher
June 24, 2021
We send our condolences to the Parks family with Marge's passing. I wish we could be there to celebrate her life with you all. Our lives are just a vapor compared to eternity. Our hope lies in the opportunity to be with Marge again at some point when we put our trust in Jesus as savior.
Brian Miller
June 24, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your family today and always. Focus on the many great experiences with Mom.
Zack and Kristine
June 23, 2021
We are very sorry for your loss and are thinking of you in this difficult time. Our prayers are with your family
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