Dorothy Lee Parks Cook

Dorothy Lee Parks Cook, 96, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 24, 2016 in San Angelo, Texas. Dorothy was born in Anson, Texas on December 20, 1919 to Archie O. Parks and Minnie Pearl McDonald Parks. She was a 1938 graduate of Eola High School. Dorothy married the love of her life, Oscar W. Cook, on August 10, 1940 in Eola, Texas. She is survived by her children: Ron Cook and wife Michelle of San Antonio, Wayne Cook and wife Karen of San Angelo, and Janice Balmos and husband Tom of Bulverde; her seven grandchildren: Rondie Wilks, Shonda Slaughter, Mike Cook, Lacy Rollwitz, Lindy Matthes, Melanie Selover, and Brooke Hinojosa and their spouses; her sixteen great-grandchildren; her brother, Robert Eldon Parks and wife Jan of Pearland, Texas; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her siblings: Weldon Parks, Volene Parks, Oliver Parks, and Frances Patterson; and by her loving husband of 64 years, Oscar. Of all the things Dorothy did in life, nothing compared to the times she spent with her family. She devoted her life to being a good mother, wife, and homemaker. She was very involved in every stage of her children's lives, and later on her grandchildren's lives, including being a Cub Scout and Girl Scout leader for many years, 4-H Leader, PTA president, and supporting all their efforts at countless football games. After her children grew a little older, Dorothy continued her life of service by supporting her community. As a long time member of Lions Club International and a Charter Member of the Concho Pearl Lions, she held multiple offices, including that of President several times. She was very proud and honored to be presented with the distinguished Melvin Jones Fellow Award. She was an avid quilter, and quilted many beautiful quilts for her family and for the Lion’s Club fund raisers. She continued to be an active member of the Lions until her death. Dorothy will always be remembered by her many family members and many, many friends for her selfless life of service, her devotion to Jesus Christ as a life-long member of the Church of Christ, her eternal love of all of us, and her wonderful sense of humor. She inspired her family by being an extraordinary role model of how to live your life. We will keep her in our hearts and thoughts as we remember countless touching moments, get togethers over coffee, and fun and loving family gatherings. A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at Johnson’s Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, September 28, 2016 in the chapel of Johnson’s Funeral Home with burial to follow in Johnson’s Lawnhaven Memorial Gardens. Family and friends may sign an online guestbook at www.johnsons-funeralhome.com