Martha Holly Parkes, age 93 of Fayetteville, passed away on Saturday, September 16, 2023, at Lincoln County Medical Center.
A native of Lincoln County, she was born on May 24, 1930, in Fayetteville to the late Jim Bell and Lula (Anderson) Holly. She had previously worked for NASA at the arsenal in Huntsville but had been a dedicated homemaker for many years. A devoted Christian, Martha loved the Lord. In her spare time, she enjoyed reading and listening to music. But most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her beloved family and cherished the time spent with them, especially at family events and holiday gatherings. Her family will remember her beautiful soul, contagious smile, and sassy nature. Known as “Nannaw,” she truly was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her infant son, James Phillip Parkes Jr. Martha is survived by her loving husband of seventy-three years, James “Skippy” Phillip Parkes; daughter, Rebecca Parkes (Bill) Pyron of Christiana and Sebring, Florida; granddaughters, Holly (Jim) Cortner of Winchester, and Erin (Heath) Patterson of Christiana; great-grandsons, Robert (Emily) Cortner of Winchester, and William Patterson of Christiana; and several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 11am-1pm on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at Higgins Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Funeral Services will follow at 1:00 pm in the Chapel of Higgins Funeral Home with Bro. Charles Abernathy and Rev. Nolen Brunson officiating. Interment will follow at Lynchburg Cemetery.
Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, TN 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.
Martha has been part of my life and the Salon for the past 40 years! My heart hurts sooo much to have lost her. Love you lady!
I will remember Martha as a wonderful, loving Christian lady. Martha and Skip were my neighbors and always showed concern and consideration for everyone. I know Martha is with our Lord Jesus and I will rejoice when I see her again.
Mr. SKIPPY: I am so sorry about Mrs. Martha. May God be especially close to you at this time
The memories I have of Martha are so cherished. She and her family were my neighbors as I grew up, and I just thought Martha was one of the sweetest and prettiest women I had ever known. She loved her family hard, and her passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. May you all be comforted by all the wonderful memories you share. Much love.
Becky I’m so sorry for you, your Daddy and all your family. Prayers for comfort.
.Skip I am sorry about Martha, I am glad you had so many years together. I always ask Cindy about her. We had been friendds since we were littl girls. We went to the ARP Young People’s classes on Sunday Night and worked together at Serbin. She was so pretty and sweet. I will not be able to attend the Service as I do not get out any more. I talked to John last night to check on you all. You and Rebecca will be in my Prayers. Joyce Kelso Johnson.
Martha was a beautiful lady and a great neighbor to us for many years. We send our sympathy to Skip and Rebecca and family.
We will have you in our thoughts.