Charlie Wayne Parks

January 1, 1942 - August 23, 2012

Obituary

Mr. Charlie Wayne Parks, 70, of Trumann, died Thursday, August 23, 2012 at St. Luke Episcopal Hospital in Houston, Texas. Mr. Parks was born January 1, 1942 in Harrisburg, Ark., to the late Charles Erskin and Mary Kate Lindsey Parks. He lived in Trumann since 1961, co-founder and owner of Roach Manufacturing in Trumann where he served as Vice-President of Sales, Marketing, Engineering and Purchasing. He served on Board of Directors and was Past-President of the Trumann Lions Club and a member, trustee and deacon of First Baptist Church in Trumann. He was active in the community and missions in his church. He was preceded in death by one brother, Eddie Ray Parks and his parents. Survivors include his wife of 50 years, Mrs. Margaret Gaylon Roach Parks of the home; one daughter, Katelyn and husband Chad Furnish of Jonesboro, two sons, Bryan and wife Andrea Parks of Bedford, Tx., and Regan and wife Robin Parks of Trumann; four sisters, Norma Jean Cobb and Mary Carolyn Whitman both of Jonesboro, Sharon Louise Robinson of Trumann and Brenda Kay Williams of Marion; 7 Grandchildren, Caleb Justin Parks, Rebecca Lynn Payne, Lindsey Margaret Furnish, Landon Drake Furnish, Lauren Elizabeth Furnish, Garrett Storm Parks and Gunner Lane Parks; and 1 great-granddaughter, Misa Rose Parks Funeral services will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 at the First Baptist Church in Trumann with Dr. Tad Rogers officiating. Burial will follow in the Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery in Jonesboro, Ark., under the direction of Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. Pallbearers will be Mike Roach Jr., Jeremy Osment, G.W. Roach, Todd Williams, Anthony Brewington, Josh Callahan, Mark Cobb, Rodney Robinson, Hunter Roach and Chris Breaker. Honorary pallbearers will be Donald Creekmore, Eddie Joe Moody, Charles Stephan, Phil Ball, Hal Stewart, Brad Owen, Leroy McCann, Larry Cossey and Deacons of First Baptist Church. Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 until 7:00 at the First Baptist Church, 1301 Highway 69 in Trumann. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 575, Trumann, Ark. 72472 An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net

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"Our deepest sympathies to the family. Mr. Charlie will be missed. Thanks for what you did for Trumann.

Neal W. Vickers, Trumann, AR

September 10, 2012

"Charlie is one of the reasons that i have loved working in the material handling industry. He was one of the most creative and interesting people i have ever met. I used Charlie as an example of integrity in the industry many times. I will miss Charlie but am thankful for the memories i will always have of Charlie. If you knew Charlie you are quite blessed!

Dennis Bethel, Canton, Ga

September 4, 2012

"Deepest Sympathies to Margaret, Bryan, Regan & Katelyn. Charlie was one of the most intelligent, caring men I ever had the pleasure to know or work for. He will be greatly missed by a lot of people...especially me.

Brent Baker, Millington, TN

August 31, 2012

"So sorry about your loss. My prayers are with you.

Carol White, Trumann, AR

August 29, 2012

"Sending my greatest sympathy.

Stan Lamb, Jonesboro, AR

August 29, 2012

"My condolences to everyone in the Roach / Parks families for the loss of a great man. I will always remember Charlie as a warm family man who was always very considerate and thoughtful to me personally. I am pleased to say Charlie certainly is in the presence of our lord who will have said "Well done thy good and faithful servant". I'm certain I shall see you again someday brother.

Ed Chellino, Marietta, Georgia

August 28, 2012

"Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. May God give you strength in the days ahead. Your Family has always been loved and respected. God Bless. Jimmy and Geneva Williams, Tammy and Shawna.

Tammy Williams McNatt, Trumann, AR

August 28, 2012

"Our deepest sympathy to the Parks and Roach family. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Glenn Miller, Handling Solutions, Charlotte, NC

August 27, 2012

"To the Parks Family:We are truly sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. He was a great customer, businessman, and friend. He will be greatly missed. Our condolences and prayers are with you during your time of loss. Sincerely,Edward Novotny &The Boston Gear Family

Boston Gear, LLC, Charlotte, NC

August 27, 2012

"Dear Roach and Parks Family,Our deepest sympathies to you on the passing of a great man.We will always remember Charlie as fair, kind, understanding, funny and faithful.As a longtime distrubutor of Roach Conveyors we will continue to value our relationship with his legacy.God Bless.Bob and Al Iwrey, Gloria Jacobs

Bob Iwrey, Southfield, MI

August 27, 2012

"Dear Family,I've known Charlie over the last several years as a customer. Meeting with Charlie was always like meeting with a friend. Always friendly, always fair, & always honest. He will be missed by many in his community and his industry.My deepest condolences to all of you on your loss.Bob Paquette

Bob Paquette, Grand Prairie, TX

August 27, 2012

"My deepest sympathy to the Parks and Roach families. As a Roach distributor, there is a deep appreciation for the engineer and the man that Charlie was, and for the legacy that he has left behind. His many accomplishments have made the world a better place.May the many wonderful memories of Charlie act as a guiding light for continued success to all of those at Roach Manufacturing.

Keith Lewis, Atlanta Crane & Automated Handling

August 27, 2012

"So sorry for the loss of Charlie.Jimmy grew up with him an thought very highly of him. He will be greatly missed. God be with you during this time of sorrow. The Gryners.

Jimmy an Sue Gryner, Keiser,Ar.

August 27, 2012

"Family,Most of you know how I felt about Charlie. He has been a friend and mentor to me for many years. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. He will truly be missed by many.

John Jaynes, Jonesboro

August 26, 2012

"I was very sorry to hear of Charlie's passing. I really ejoyed meeting and getting to know while I was in Lion's Club.

Carin McClung, Trumann

August 26, 2012

"Dear Margaret,I don't know if you remember me or not, but the year I worked at Roach's was a blessing to me. I got married moved to IL then my husband and I went to live in Japan for 20 years as missionaries and are now back in IL. I really appreciated all you guys did for me and enjoyed my time working there. I am SO SORRY for your loss and cannot imagine how you all are feeling right now. I will be praying for God to comfort you all during this time. Blessing, Deborah

Deborah Chaffin Kurfman, Belleville, IL

August 26, 2012

"My prays are with you and your family. Charlie was loved and will be greatly miss by all, he was a very caring man not just tohis family but to his co-worker and his friends as well. May God be with you Diana

Diana Milligan, Trumann, Ar. 72472

August 25, 2012

"Dear Margaret & Family,Wayne and I want you and the family to know we are truly sorry to learn of your loss. We want you to know that our prayers are with you and the family. We pray for peace and comfort during this time of sorrow.God Bless,Sincerely,Wayne and Hester Hogan

Hester Hogan, Trumann, Ar. 72472

August 25, 2012