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Obituary For Barbara. J. Parks

Ms. Barbara J. Parks of Atlanta passed on October 16, 2021. Funeral Service will be held October 30, 2021 at 12pm in our Chapel 3047 Campbellton Rd. Atlanta, Ga.30311. Viewing 1pm to 6pm October 29, 2021 at Funeral Home. Service will be livestream (go to her obituary and scroll to the end and select her Funeral Service). All participants must wear a mask while our Chapel seats 400 which allows for social distancing.

Obituary

Mrs.Barbara Jean Parks was born on Sept 2nd,1960 in Atlanta ,Georgia to Elizabeth Rivers and the late Eddie Parks. Barbara was the youngest of two children.On the 16th day of October in the year of 2021,God opened the gates of Heaven. Barbara was preceded in death by her father Eddie Parks Jr. And her brother Eddie ParksIII Barbara accepted Christ at an early age and joined God's Church International Fellowship in Atlanta,Georgia. Barbara was employed as a chef at a community center and also independently catered out of her home for some individuals. Barbara was a loving mother,grandmother,daughter,sister,and friend. She took everyone in. She loved being around family and friends and enjoyed having cookouts and family gatherings. Barbara loved to shop and hang out. Barbara leaves to cherish her precious memories her mother Elizabeth Rivers,her brother Anthony Bailey, and her five boys:Reginald Keith Lamar Jr. of Sacramento,California; Everett (LaVeva)Terry of Griffin,Georgia;Okedas(Candace)Mcclure of Riverdale,Georgia;DeMarcus Turner of Atlanta,Georgia;Antravious Turner of Atlanta,Georgia;Seven adopted sons Taurean Stover,Kenyatta Harden,Isaiah(Prop)Rice,Michael Studivent,Brain Head, Christopher Robinson,and Quincy Henderson; Sixteen grandchildren;Five Great-Grandchildren and a host of loving god children,god grandchildren,nieces,nephews,cousins, and friends.

Guest Book

Will always remember how I was received so openly and with respect. Kindness and consideration for others will always be remembered. KC

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Ms. Barbara was a wonderful, loving mother and friend. Her home was always open to me and any of her son's friends. She feed us, loved us, laughed with us, and chastised us if needed. Anyone around her was never in need. If she had it, you had it! She embraced and loved me as one of her own children. To my brothers, El, Keith, and Boo Baby, I love you. I love you Ms. Barbara. You will truly be missed. You lived your life to serve others and now it's your turn to be served. Enjoy rest with our Father. ~ Shanell

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Thank u 🙏🏿 for accepting me for me u neva judged me for what I did even doe u knew thank u for bein my mama when I felt I didn't have mine ,thank u for teaching and talkin sense into me when I was doin wrong. Dis hurt me so much Ms Tootie I promise I been knowin u since I was 13y old I was a boy u helpd me grow nto a man. 21 years I've know u u neva let me down feed me n all. U where my blessing if it wasn't fa u I don't know where I'd be. We use ta be at your house 15 deep u neva said nun u helpd all of us at n e given time. Ain't too many words dat can describe u n what u have don for me. I will always love u and I am great full of the time we had! Thank u ☺️ I love u 🐜 🐜

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Praying for your family. Gods peace to you!

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Ms. Tootsie you will truly be missed. Sending my condolences and prayers to the her love one's

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To the Family..., You have my deepest condolences Praying for your strength Tootie I'm gonna Miss you do much, I didn't know Friday was gonna be out last conversation, I no you made it threw the Gates of Heaven, Much love Rest Easy no more pain

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Ms. Barbra, You are truly going to be missed and every way. You were an angel and a great inspiration, in life people say it is better to have loved and never to have loved at all which you were great love. I won't say goodbye however I will say until we meet again on the other side. I know you'll be watching over your family as time goes on. And I know they will know that you are there because there will be a familiar smell and feeling. To the family stay inspired motivated and driven by her great memory and spirit... Forever & Always... Love always, Remond "Agapé" Williams

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Can't find the words I want say out from being so hurt to know that my best friend is not here anymore. But the one thing that I can say is that I will miss her dearly. I really know the pain that's in everyone's heart love you all and I'm sure she's smiling don't all of us. My prayers goes out to the entire family.

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I love you Tootie you were more like an auntie than a cuzin. You were my mom's best friend. Just about every time I called my momma she will say I'll call you back I'm on the phone with Tootie and then she would forget to call me back. Man who gone eat sweet pickles with my baby.

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Prayers and my deepest condolences

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You're truly going to be miss. You were my friend and my sister. We been friends since 2006(15years). I'm going to miss you calling me and going on bus trips together. My prayers goes out to the family. 🙏🙏

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My words for Ms tootsie is she my mother my friend my everything l am going to miss you so much RIH my special friend tootie

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We gone miss you Auntie Tootie! Praying for your family!

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So sorry for your loss. Praying for the family

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I will miss you so much grandma I can't believe this I cry every night thinking how every Sunday you calling me to tell me "Man I made your favorite " we had are problems but I was always there for you and you was there for me if only you knew how feel right now I love you so much 🥺~Man

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This is so sad and shocking I was Mrs Parks nurse for 20+ years.I would have never thought a few weeks ago when I called her that would be our last conversation Lord this is heart breaking..Love you Mrs Parks you will be missed

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Ms. Tootie I miss you already woman. You was one of the strongest woman that open your heart to EVERYONE! That night i came to see you, I didn't know that would've been my last night. Just know that the times you shared your live with me and others. I really enjoyed it! I will always love you and miss you. Thanks for the last meal you gave me. God needed you more than we did down here. Rest on my beautiful queen.

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Barbara you are definitely going to be missed by so many. You always carried that beautiful smile and had a caring heart for so many people who crossed your path. You are such a genuine individual and I am very honored in knowing you! To the family we are praying for you and your siblings and the rest of your family. Tan Dillard

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My special friend you is really going to be missed tootsie l love you so much Rip

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Tootie/My Sista words cannot express how much you will be missed and how much you have done for me.We had history that goes back a long way,You took my children under your wings and protected them as if they were yours and for that I am forever grateful for you I LOVE YOU AND WILL MISS YOU MY SISTA UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN REST ON☁😢

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My deepest condolences to the family and friends. 🙏🏾 I remember Ms.Tootie from Bankhead. She was funny and a great friend to my Mom (Ms.Joyce). Rest In Peace, Ms. Tootie. 🙏🏾

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Sending my condolences and love to the family. I remember the days and time that Barbara would open her home to feed those that were hungry, give clothing and shelter if needed to the kids in the neighborhood even when she did not have a lot to give but God made away. Barbara had a heart of gold and a revolving door and passion for good cooking. She will missed, she is now resting in the loving arms of our Lord savior Jesus Christ

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Barbara you are definitely going to be missed by so many. You always carried that beautiful smile and had a caring heart for so many people who crossed your path. You are such a genuine individual and I am very honored in knowing you! Everette we are praying for you and your siblings and the rest of your family.

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Ms. Barbara you will be truly missed you were there for me during one of the darkest times of my life. Never judged me but was there for my like a mother . With love from Delicious continue to rest .

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What can't you say about MsBarbara she was so much to so many but to me she was like a mother a best friend and someone who would always lift me up when I was sad I'm going to truly miss her cause we stayed in the stores and riding somewhere and what ever I wanted to eat either she cooked it or bought it for me I just pray my heart will mend soon cause it is truly broken. To Akeda Keith Eb and Ms Elizabeth I'm praying for you guys and if I can do anything for you guys please let me know

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To my big cousin words can't express how sad I am about you leaving. For 22 years you've checked on me even when I didn't call you called me. You watch my family grow I will truly truly miss you I love you always.

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Sending our prayers and deepest condolences to the family during this time. -LaKendra and Ava Bella

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Ms. Tootie was a very sweet and kind person. She was always there for people, she NEVER met a stranger, and you were NEVER hungry around her either. She LOVED to cook(and it was ALWAYS GOOD). I remember Ms. Tootie from Bankhead Courts, but she is also my Granddaughter's (Kaylonni) Great-Grandma. I don't like that she only had a short time to be in her life, but God must have needed her to take on a better role in Heaven. I just take it as another Angel watching over us. Gone but NEVER forgotten..... Candies Green and Family :-)

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Although, we never met Ms. Tootie, I know of her through Okedas, my niece, Candace and our grandniece, Kennedi. It is our prayer for the family that God will strengthen, comfort and give them peace through this sorrowful time. It is blessing to be loved by so many. Ms. Tootie will definitely be missed, but her legacy will continue through her children and grandchildren. Rest in Peace, Ms. Tootie. With love, Mona & Mike Lewis

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I can remember us sometimes being 10 deep in there cutting up Ms.Tootie would be in the chair eating ice , cutting up too! She will be missed! Dana💚

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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