Rev. Dr. James Orville Parks, age 87, of Saint Ann, Missouri passed away on Saturday, September 14, 2024. He was born August 25, 1937, to Elza and Thelma "Marie" (nee: Bounds) Parks. They have preceded him in death. He is survived by: his loving wife of 62 years Pansy (nee: Chatman); his children: Karl (Carol) Parks, Rhonda (Charles) McBride; his grandchildren: Devon (Jamie) Parks, Shelby Carter, Aaron Parks; his great-grandchildren: Haley Carter, Mason Carter, Micah Parks, Ryker Parks, Gracie Parks; his siblings: Grover (Dean) Parks, Clete (Mary) Parks, Wayne (Mary) Parks, Richard (Donna) Parks, Roger Parks, Margie Dobbs; and other relatives and friends.
Rev. Parks proudly served in the United States Army, serving as a paratrooper. He also enjoyed history, model airplanes, and writing. He wrote several works, including Western Novels and religious works. He also registered five patents in his name.
A memorial service will be held on October 4, 2024 at 12:00 pm, with visitation from 10:00 to 12:00, at Alexander White Mullen Funeral Home, 11101 St. Charles Rock Rd. St. Ann, MO 63074. Inurnment will be private at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
Memorial Contributions may be made to American Legion Post #338, 9655 Midland Avenue, Overland, Missouri 63114.