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1965 Michael 2022

Michael Parks

September 9, 1965 — January 14, 2022

Michael S. "Dude" Parks, age 56, U.S. Air Force Veteran, passed away on January 14, 2022. Beloved husband for 31 years to Lisa, nee Bosco. Loving father of Shannon (Daniel) Moore and Joseph (Haillie) Parks. Loving dog father of Chipper and Sylvie. Devoted son of Charles Parks and the late Marilyn Sinclair. Dear brother of Jamie (Lynn) Parks, Jodi (Aaron) Disario and Jason (Jen) Parks. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Dude was a talented musician who primarily played the keyboard and sang. He was an avid and passionate dog lover. Dude was a self-proclaimed comedian who loved to laugh at his own jokes.

Family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, January 24, 2022 from 4-7 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL.

Below is a photo tribute celebrating Dude's life.



In lieu of flowers, memorials to your local animal rescue are appreciated.

Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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