Samuel “Sammy” Jackson Parks, Jr., 75, of Milano, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at his residence. Friends and family are invited to a time of visitation from 4 to 6pm, with a Celebration of Life Service starting at 6pm, on Monday, December 23, 2019, at Callaway-Jones Funeral Center, 3001 South College Ave. in Bryan. Certified Celebrant Dawn Lee Wakefield will officiate.
Sammy was born in Waco, Texas, on July 7, 1944, to Samuel Parks Sr. and Opal Carter. Sammy worked as an enrolled agent and tax preparer. He was a proud Texas A&M Former Student, Class of 1969. Sammy had a love for old cars, especially Corvettes. He enjoyed attending his grandsons’ basketball games, and he spent many hours fishing and dove hunting with his brother, Bill.
Survivors include his wife, Pixie Parks; sons and daughters-in-law, Tray and Stacey Parks, Chad and Emily Parks; daughter and son-in-law, Staci and Steve Egly; brother and sister-in-law, Bill and Delayne Parks; sister, Pam Parks; grandchildren, Taylor, Abbey, Maggie, Jackson, and Pierce; great granddaughter, Harper; nephew, Carter Parks; and nieces, Amy Shannon and Lindsay Nichols.
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I have known Sammy for years. Sad to see him go, he will be missed. Prayers for the family.
My Dearest Sammy (a Brother I never had),
What a good Looking man! i would say good Looks runs in the family but I know your Brother Bill. We shared many a glass of ice tea at Pam’s table. I even loved you enough to share my Dr Pepper ( I didn’t do that with many people.). You astounded me with stories and anecdotes, Im not sure were all true, but because you told me I believed you. The epitome of an “Aggie” and all that entails I completely understand why your family and myself looked up to you. You kept us warm with firewood deliveries and will keep us cozy with warm memories. I know our Aggies will have a special angel to help guide them on gameday. You, my dear sir, were a pleasure to know. Love to the Parks Family
Sammy was such a good man who will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers are lifted for his family and friends.
James Moulder
My heart is broken. I’ll always remember Sammy as the sweet quite one with all us rowdy cousins. I loved all our times together. Cotter and Pam, you’ve lost a lifetime part of you. My sincere condolences to his wife, children and grandchildren. I’ll pray for all his loved ones and ask that peace will fill our hearts.
We have lost a great friend. Sam & I were partners many years. I remember our years together preparing tax returns for our clients. He was a proud Aggie. Prayers are lifted up for all the family. May you rest in peace Sam.
My heart hurts for all those Sammy leaves behind to mourn his passing. What a legacy to be remember with so much love and most important respect of his family and friends. I know Bill will miss him so much as well as Pam , his wife , and children, and grandchildren. I know miles and years separated us, but our memories we will always have. Rest In Peace my cousin .
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parks family. We love you all.
My heart goes out to the entire family during this time of loss. I pray that your family, friends, love and memories will get you through these difficult times. He will always be in your heart and will always be alive in all of your memories.
Sorry to hear we have lost yet another classmate. God’s blessings to his family.
My love, thoughts and prayers for the family. I am saddened to hear of Sammy’s loss to the world. I’ve know Sammy since High School. He was a very nice guy then and throughout his life. May you Rest in Peace with our Lord.
Ours prayers and condolences go out to the Parks family. I have had the privilege of knowing Sammy for over fifty years we worked together hunted together and was always a very gentle and kind man to me. I will miss him and always think of him from time to time. The lord will welcome you with open arms my friend.
Mike & Emma Moulder
Our hearts are heavy! Sammy was a classmate at LaVega. Although we left Central TX, we always remember those classmates and fun times. Prayers are offered for the family.
My sincere condolences to the family. May the Lord comfort you, and give you peace during this difficult time!
So sorry to hear about Sammy’s passing. I am a loyal customer of Parks Tax Service, and had years of efficient and cheerful service.
Our Deepest sympathy. He was a great neighbor.
Sammy was such a good man, I am sorry to have just learned of his passing. Pixie know we are praying for you and that you are in my thoughts