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Carol Parks Obituary
August 11, 1943 - July 29, 2023
Kennewick, Washington - Carol Lynn (Longaker) Parks, 79, of Kennewick, Washington went home to Jesus on July 29th after a brief battle with liver disease.
Carol was talented and adventurous in many aspects of her life and held an unwavering faith in God. She loved to travel far and wide and until most recently, was still RVing with friends and family. She looked forward to gathering with friends for spirited card games and enjoyed walking her dogs, Maddie, Marley, and Cooper. Not a day went by when Carol didn't talk about how much her children and family meant to her - her family was arguably her most important achievement in life.
Carol was predeceased by her parents Lyle and Marjorie Longaker, her sister Christina Morris, and her beloved husband Derald Parks. She is survived by her sister Cindy Longaker and brother Mike Longaker (Tanya), her two children Kathy Powell and Karl Sampson (Jenny), granddaughter Natasha Sampson, granddog Chewie Powell and great-granddaughter Korra Hammer.
A graveside service will be held September 8, 11:00am at Desert Lawn Memorial Park, 1401 S Union St., Kennewick. Following the service, a celebration of life will be held at the Highlands Grange Park Picnic Shelter.
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Pat Lamberson
September 7, 2023
Carol was a great co-worker and friend. In my early years at PNNL, Carol was so good to share her knowledge and was a good team player. She also told lots of stories that made us laugh. Rest in Peace, and I know your dancing with Derald
Julie Olson
September 1, 2023
Fond memories of singing in the church choir with Carol (and Derald and Tina too) at Ascension Lutheran. We had lots of fun! Peace be with you all.
Trish Reed
August 25, 2023
Oh Carol I miss you so. Even thou you where mad at me. I am still here for you. I love you and I will see you again. Take care my friend. Love Trish
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