Joseph Allen Parks, 51, Elyria High School Janitor
Joseph Allen Parks, age 51 of Lorain died Sunday April 26, 2009 after a sudden illness.He was born August 21, 1957 in Lorain, and was a lifelong resident.
Mr. Parks worked as a janitor at Elyria High School for the past 31 years. He enjoyed four-wheeling.
He is survived by a brother William Parks of Lorain, sisters Debra Taylor of Akron, and Mary Farr of Lorain, and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother Jean Louise Parks, and grandparents Lillian and Curtis Post.
Friends may call Thursday from 5 p.m. until time of funeral service at 8 p.m. in Reichlin-Cooley Funeral Home, 2920 Broadway Lorain. Pastor Jeremy Pinson will officiate.
Memorial contributions if desired can be directed to The American Heart Association 1689 E 115th St Cleveland, OH 44106, or Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital P.O. Box 74947 Cleveland, OH 44194-4947.