Gracie Parks Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Gracie Parks

Mrs. Gracie Leslie Parks, 72, of 2749 Philadelphia Road Lawndale, NC passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021 at her residence. She was born on March 17, 1948 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Ira Matthew Leslie and the late Odessia Lula Mae Byers Leslie.

Mrs. Parks was a faithful member of Victory Life Assembly of God of Cherryville, NC. She retired from Dover Industries. She lived a faithful and loving life with her family.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Walter Leslie.

Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 53 years, James Parks; her daughter, Andoria Leslie Blanton (Pete) of Grover, NC; one grandchild, La’Dora Leslie Smarr (Baron); three great-grandchildren, Ty’Zhon Leslie, Azareyhia Smarr and Baron Smarr, Jr; all of Gastonia, NC; five sisters, Maggie, Smith, Marie West, Christine Howell (Thamon), Ruth Fuller (Robert) and Juanita Lattimore; five brothers, Marshall Leslie (Pam), Ben Leslie (Sabrina), Coleman Leslie (Louise), Odell Leslie (Francine) and Carl Leslie (Tammy); sister-in-law, Patsy Leslie; brother-in-law, J.B. Parks and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Mrs. Parks will be private. The service will be livestreamed starting at 10:45 AM on Saturday, January 30, 2021. She can be viewed from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM on Saturday at Victory Life Assembly of God in Cherryville, NC with a reception of friends at 10:30 AM. Burial will take place at Rose Hill Memorial Park Cemetery in Fallston, NC.

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Auntie! I don't no what to say! However you were one of my FAVORITES Everytime we talked it was all good laugh's. I miss & Love you now & FOREVER. Ann is still my Rollie, I got her & Punkin lol...I love you auntie Your Niece Tisha Leslie 😘

Andoria, thinking of you and your family and praying God will comfort you during this time of the passing of your Mother from this life to eternal life.

I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I am praying for the family. May God continue to comfort you all during this difficult time. God Bless🙏Sheila Davis

Mrs. Gracie, a lady of grace, I didn't know you on a personal level, but what I did know and see was a beautiful lady of love and respect, very quiet. Will miss seeing that beautiful face. May God send comfort to the family. Be in peace.

Andoria, so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. You and your family are in my prayers.

In life, we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts you hold a place, no one else will ever fill. Love, Susan Smith

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May God Bless the Leslie & Parks' Families. My Deepest Condolences & Prayers.

My mother's 1st cousin, which made her my 2nd cousin, Cousin Gracie is what I called you. You will be missed by many. You was a fashionista in my eyes. I love my family And pray for comfort and strength at this time. You are forever in pur hearts

Prayers for you all ❤

You will definitely be missed!!!😘😪

We love you Mama Grace!!! Style queen!! May you Rest In Peace!!!

Rest well Aunt Gracie. Your beauty was second only to your beautiful spirit. We love you. ❤️

MY PRAYERS GOES OUT TO THE FAMILY

My prayers be with the Family

May prayers and sympathy is with the family

May God be pleased with his beautiful angel. Gracie was a beautiful mother, grandmother, wife, and friend; she will always be remembered in honor and great deeds.

Love You Auntie!!!❤️❤️

I'm truly grateful to have had you in my the first 19 years of my life. We shared many great memories and I wish I could relive it all with you once more. Seeing you go so early has left me in a great deal of pain but I'm truly happy you lived a beautiful life and gave joy to us all. Forever in my heart, your Pooh. I love you so much.