Obituary for Michael Parks
Michael Wayne Parks, 63, of Leavenworth, died Friday, Dec. 25, 2020, at home. He was born April 2, 1957, in Leavenworth, the son of Glen D. and Charlotte (Johnson) Parks.
He served in the United States Army. Michael also worked at M and K trucking company in Coweta, Okla.
Michael is survived by his mother; a daughter, Glenna Parks; two sons, Mikey Parks and Dylan Parks all of Leavenworth; three brothers, Donnie (Kathy) Parks if Kansas City, Kan., Billy (Claudia) Parks of Leavenworth, and Glen Parks of Lansing; a sister, Linda (Floyd) Hardin of Leavenworth; five grandchildren, Gianna, A’Lynda, Armani, Ryot and Jaxon; many cousins, nieces, nephews, his work family at M and K Trucking and all of the special people that touched his life.
He was an avid K.C. Chiefs fan. Michael enjoyed riding his Harley Motorcycle, his nickname was “Scooby”. He also enjoyed watching old western movies.
A graveside service with military honors will begin at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to the family for funeral expenses.
He served in the United States Army. Michael also worked at M and K trucking company in Coweta, Okla.
Michael is survived by his mother; a daughter, Glenna Parks; two sons, Mikey Parks and Dylan Parks all of Leavenworth; three brothers, Donnie (Kathy) Parks if Kansas City, Kan., Billy (Claudia) Parks of Leavenworth, and Glen Parks of Lansing; a sister, Linda (Floyd) Hardin of Leavenworth; five grandchildren, Gianna, A’Lynda, Armani, Ryot and Jaxon; many cousins, nieces, nephews, his work family at M and K Trucking and all of the special people that touched his life.
He was an avid K.C. Chiefs fan. Michael enjoyed riding his Harley Motorcycle, his nickname was “Scooby”. He also enjoyed watching old western movies.
A graveside service with military honors will begin at 2:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 7, 2021, at Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial donations are suggested to the family for funeral expenses.