Lawson Parks

Funeral for D.E. Parks Thursday

  D.E. (Delos) Parks, who had been in ill health the past two years, died in a local sanitarium about nine o'clock last Wednesday evening. Funeral services were held at the Assembly of God Church at two o'clock Thursday afternoon. Rev. James Nelson, of Vera, conducted the rites and was assisted by Rev. Fortenbury, the pastor. Interment was in Spur cemetery with Ward's Funeral Home in charge.

Mr. Parks was a native Texan and was born in Hayes County, December 16, 1902. He came with his parents to Dickens County in 1918 and had made his home here since that time. He was married to Miss Maggie Horn in April, 1923. One child in the home, L.D. Parks, 13.

He became a Christian when about 15 years of age and was devoted and faithful member of the Assembly of God Church. His close friends said so many complimentary things about him and especially spoke of his devoted Christian attitude.

He is survived by his wife, and son, his parents Mr. and Mrs. H.J. Parks, of Highway community; four brothers: A.R. Parks of Dallas, Gordon Parks of Spur, Martin and Bill Parks of California; two sisters, Mrs. Beryl Bilberry of California, and Mrs. Bernice Markham.

©The Dickens County Times, Thursday, October 6, 1938

Lawson Parks Dies Wednesday After Long Illness

Lawson Parks, a farmer, died here early last evening in a local hospital after a long illness. Funeral services are to be held today at the cemetery.

Mr. Parks, who was about 30 years of age, lived east of town, and was well known in Spur and Dickens county. He had lived here most of his life.

Survivors include Mrs. Parks, a small son, several brothers and sisters, and the parents, Mr. and Mrs. H. J. Parks. Mr. Parks was an active member of the Gospel church.

Ward Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

©The Texas Spur, September 29, 1938

from the records of Lillian Grace Nay, transcribed by Becky Hodges, August 2004

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