Mary Ann Parks, age 96, of Brooks, Wisconsin died Friday, April 16, 2010 at her home following a long illness.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 19, 2010 at the St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Brooks, Wisconsin. Father James P. McNamee and Monsignor John Hebl will officiate. Interment will be at the Mt. Calvary Catholic Cemetery, Brooks, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 9 a.m. until the time of Mass on Monday at St. Ann’s Catholic Church.
Mary was born November 30, 1913 in Oxford, Wisconsin to Frank and Almeda (Bell) Wroblski. She attended Glen Oaks and the Catholic School in Montello. Mary was married Barton Waite, they made their home in Brooks, WI, before moving Westport, Wisconsin. Barton passed away in 1946. Mary and her sons moved back to Brooks. She married Donald Parks on November 13, 1948 at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church.
Mary enjoyed crocheting, teaching others to crochet, making afghans, playing cards, collecting dolls and plates.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Frank and Almeda Wroblski; and brother, Frank Brill; and sister, Lette Aduci.
Survivors:
Husband: Donald Parks of Brooks, Wisconsin
Son: Francis Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Son: Carlton (Elizabeth) Waite of Spring Hill, Florida
Grandchild: Patrick (Laurie) Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Joseph Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Stephen Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Taylor Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Duncan Waite of Brooks, Wisconsin
Grandchild: Thomas Waite of Jeffersonville, New York
Grandchild: Shelly Waite of Spring Hill, Florida
Grandchild: Craig Waite of Washington State
Nephew: Raymond Brill of Brookfield, Wisconsin
Further survived by other relatives and friends.
To all of Aunt Mary’s family, I send my Sympathy, and Prayers. She is now at Peace. Be there for each other.
Even though I am not listed as family,I want to extend my love to all of you. She fought a long fight-God Bless her! Jeanette Rykiel,Dallas and Devon Vinney
Don, so sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed talking to you both when you came into the office. She was a wonderful lady. God Bless
Dear Don and family,
So sorry to hear about Mary. We hope you are finding strength at this difficult time. She was so fortunate to have someone like you to take care of her during her illness.
With love,
Arlene & Ron
Dear Don:
My deepest sympathies to you regarding Marys passing. She was a lovely woman who brought joy to those who knew her. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.
With love,
Cyndi Bartel
So sorry to hear the news of Mary’s passing.
God Bless all.