It is with regret we announce the passing of Mr. William Glen “Piggy” Parks, age 83, of Fayetteville, TN. Mr. Parks was born on May 7, 1936 in Lincoln County, TN to the late William Frederick “Fred” and Frances Wilson Parks. He passed away on April 23, 2020, at Donalson Care Center, surrounded by his loving family.
Glen attended the University of Tennessee as an Agriculture major. Upon his return to the community, he was employed by Ralston Purina in North Carolina and farmed pigs in the Mulberry Community. He later went to work for Anheiser Busch Turf farm, and retired from American Development Corporation as a Chemical salesman. He enjoyed hunting and gardening. He was a member of Fayetteville Elks Lodge #1792 for thirty seven years.
Survivors include his wife Julia “Sissy” Grey Motlow Parks, daughters, Katie (Jon) Walker of Fayetteville; Grey Parks of Cookeville, TN; grandchildren, Josie Walker and Mattie Walker; sister, Martha Ellen Neal of Murfreesboro, TN; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Glen was preceded in death by his first wife, Betty Jo Hutchison Parks.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic there will be no public gathering at this time. The family invites you to share memories at higginsfh.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, Lincoln County Tribute Chair, Cary B. Sullivan, P.O. Box 470, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. William Glen Parks.
34 Comments To "William Glen “Piggy” Parks"
#1 Comment By Lynn Brown On April 24, 2020 @ 10:55 am
Sorry to hear, praying for your family
#2 Comment By JANET Lindsay On April 24, 2020 @ 10:58 am
Sissy and family, Bob and I send our sincere sympathy to you all. There will never be another fellow like Piggy! I know you treasure your memories
#3 Comment By Wanda Shelton On April 24, 2020 @ 10:59 am
Sending you my prayers. I will never forget him calling me when I first moved back to Fayetteville and offering his help during the ice storm. Alone here and with a teenage son, it was so comforting to know Glen and Sissy were near by and willing to come as needed! Prayers for Sissy and their lovely daughters and granddaughters.
#4 Comment By Judy Holt On April 24, 2020 @ 11:07 am
Sorry for your loss praying for the family
#5 Comment By Judy Moore On April 24, 2020 @ 11:15 am
Mrs.Parks, I’m so sorry for your lost. You and your family is in our thoughts and prayers . Judy Moore and Family
#6 Comment By Diane Knowles On April 24, 2020 @ 11:37 am
Sissy and girls,
I am so sorry to hear Glen passed away. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God comfort you during this hard time and in days to come.
Phillip and Diane Knowles
#7 Comment By Rhonda Harris On April 24, 2020 @ 11:44 am
So sorry for your lost. May the Lord sustain you and your family in this time of sorrow.
#8 Comment By John and Lynda Gayle Houston On April 24, 2020 @ 11:54 am
While I did not know Mr Parks, I have the honor of working with his daughter Grey. My wife and I extend our sincere condolences and will be praying for your comfort as you move through this difficult time.
#9 Comment By Karen Gilliam On April 24, 2020 @ 11:59 am
I have fond memories of Glenn back during our hog showing heydays. He was always so much fun. My sincere condolences.
#10 Comment By Abbe Wiser Pope On April 24, 2020 @ 12:57 pm
Coach Parks and family:
So sorry to hear about Glen. I have many fond memories of him driving us around to our softball games when I was in high school.
#11 Comment By Randy & Dorothy Taylor On April 24, 2020 @ 12:57 pm
So sorry for your loss
#12 Comment By Devin (Steuart) Milstead On April 25, 2020 @ 12:43 pm
Coach Parks, Katie, and Grey,
I am so sorry for the loss of Mr. Glenn. Praying for peace and comfort for you all.
#13 Comment By Wendy Winsett On April 24, 2020 @ 1:25 pm
He was a GREAT friend, truly one of a kind. May he be at rest now..
#14 Comment By Bubba West On April 24, 2020 @ 1:51 pm
Sorry for all your loss, thinking and praying for you.
Many good memories of hunting, eating and life stories.
#15 Comment By Melissa Massey On April 24, 2020 @ 1:59 pm
Sissy and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers and love for you all. I have known him all my life from Mulberry.
#16 Comment By tracy endsley On April 24, 2020 @ 2:57 pm
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
#17 Comment By Kim Halcomb Cowart On April 24, 2020 @ 5:03 pm
Sissy, sooty to hear of your loss. Prayers are with you and your family during this sad time. May God comfort your hearts.
#18 Comment By Linda F. Williams On April 24, 2020 @ 5:44 pm
Sissy, I am so sorry for your loss. Have to say I am happy for him because he is in a better place. You and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers.
#19 Comment By Amy Clark On April 24, 2020 @ 6:31 pm
Sissy, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. I’ll keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.
#20 Comment By Rickey and Jo Ellen Honey On April 24, 2020 @ 6:44 pm
Sorry for your loss He was one of a kind. Prayers to you and the girls.
#21 Comment By Connie Rogers On April 24, 2020 @ 6:57 pm
So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers
#22 Comment By Daniel Dickey On April 24, 2020 @ 7:14 pm
I always enjoyed my conservations with him. he will be sorely missed. Rest in peace old friend.
#23 Comment By Teresa Brown On April 24, 2020 @ 7:43 pm
I first knew Glenn as the husband to Betty Jo Parks. God blessed Glenn when he married Sissy. I’m so happy that Glenn got to be a father. Betty Jo’s mother told Glenn, “I’m glad you passed our way.” Glenn was loved.
#24 Comment By Jerry McGehee On April 24, 2020 @ 8:05 pm
I have many fond memories of Glen and am thinking of all of you at this time. I am sorry for your loss and may God bless you all. Jerry McGehee
#25 Comment By John, Donna, Lauren, and Leesa Jeffries On April 24, 2020 @ 8:10 pm
We have so many fond memories of your entire family…from chasing children to their various sports and school activities, to great barbecues, and especially the kindnesses and support following “the accident.” Know that our thoughts and love are with you.
#26 Comment By Benny King On April 25, 2020 @ 7:17 am
Sissy you have our deepest sympathy. Wish I could give you a big brother hug. We’ll keep you and the girls in our thoughts and prayers.
#27 Comment By Mary Partin On April 25, 2020 @ 9:13 pm
So sorry to hear this, you all are in our prayers and thoughts.
Mary Partin, Teresa Partin and Billy McGehee
#28 Comment By Dennis and Barbara Parks On April 25, 2020 @ 9:47 pm
Our prayers are with you.
#29 Comment By Don and Betty Holman On April 26, 2020 @ 12:12 am
Sissy, Don and I send love and prayers to you and all of the family, thinking of you all!
Don and Betty Holman
#30 Comment By Judy Toon On April 26, 2020 @ 9:17 pm
Sissy, Katie, and Grey, So deeply sorry for the loss of your husband, father and the grandfather ofJosie and Mattie. Piggy was always a generous and kind man to me, my parents and brother, Joe David. Praying for you and the girls that he loved and was so proud of.
#31 Comment By Ron and Cheryl Perrin On April 28, 2020 @ 8:57 pm
Sissy and girls, Ron and I were so saddened to hear of the loss of Piggy. He was a very special man and I know he will be greatly missed! I think he helped raise Rielly as she was over your house so often, and Stuart enjoyed rabbit hunting with him! We all have such fond memories! Our hearts and prayers are with you all!
#32 Comment By Lenace Hyde On April 29, 2020 @ 8:29 pm
Sorry for your loss of your husband and father . Prayers for you at this time.
Lenace Hyde and Liz Gurley
#33 Comment By John & Ann Towry On May 4, 2020 @ 7:04 pm
We are so very sorry Sissy. We just heard about Piggy. He was a fine and kind man who will be missed.
#34 Comment By GWEN W SHELTON On May 9, 2020 @ 9:18 am
My sincerest sympathies to you Sissy.
An truly good man who I respected as a friend.