Junior Parks, retired carpenter

Junior Parks, 75, of Bishopville, Md. passed away Friday, May 23, 2014, at Peninsula Regional Medical Center in Salisbury, Md. He was born June 17, 1938, to the late George Clifton and Jenny Lou Ross Parks in Sugar Grove, Va.

He was a retired carpenter. He worked in construction for many years, and was a quiet, hard working man who was dedicated to his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his wife, Norma Jane Niblett Parks. He is also survived by his siblings: Robert Parks of Darlington, Md., Kate Buchanan, of Hudson, Fla., Mildred Osborne, of Johnson City, Tenn. and Francis Johnson of Sugar Grove; as well as many nephews, nieces and cousins, along with many, many friends.

He also leaves behind his beloved canine friend Molly the poodle. In addition to his parents, Mr. Parks was preceded by four brothers: William, Luther Edward, Billy and Roger Dale Parks. He also was preceded by a sister: Ona Parks.

A graveside service and interment at Bishopville Cemetery will be scheduled at a later date, with Pastor Dean Perdue.

Arrangements by Watson Funeral Home, Millsboro.