Samuel C. Parks

Samuel C. Parks, 76, of Middletown, died Monday, August 3, 2015, at Ohio State University Medical Center. He was born in Toledo, Iowa on October 28, 1938 to parents Henry and Annice (Cory) Parks.

Samuel was valedictorian of Green Mountain High School and earned a Mechanical Engineering degree from Iowa State University. He enjoyed a long and successful career specializing in the engineering and construction of manufacturing facilities primarily in the steel industry. He loved spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters. He imparted his love of the outdoors to his children by hiking, camping, fishing and leading family adventures. In 2004, he walked the first of 10 marathons.

He was a loving husband & father who will be greatly missed by his wife, Ann (Smith) Parks; children, Jeff (Kathy) Parks, Beth (Francisco Leza) Parks & John (Wendy) Parks; granddaughters, Samantha & Lucia; as well as many other loving family members & friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Merle & Raymond Parks.

Funeral Service will be held Saturday, August 8, 2015 at 11:00 am at Zion Lutheran Church, 10 North Breiel Blvd., Middletown with Reverend Sara Cutter officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 - 8:00 pm at Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding Funeral Home, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd., Middletown.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of donor's choice.

Funeral Home:
Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding
3805 Roosevelt Blvd.
Middletown, OH
US 45044