Faith Anaya & Barry Goldberg

Friday, January 8, 2016

We are sorry for your loss. Our family has fond memories of Mr. Parks from the time that Max was in Middle School at ECS. Our condolences, Faith Anaya and Barry Goldberg

Mike and Kelly Kennedy

Friday, January 8, 2016

Debbie, Jered, and Blake,

Chip was a warm, caring, gentle and generous man who gave so much of himself to others. However, it was his family that held the place of most importance in his heart. He spoke often of his deep love and admiration for his family, especially for the love of his life, his partner and best friend Debbie.

Although words can’t possibly begin to ease the loss you feel, know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many who love and care for you. We pray that God supplies strength, peace and comfort to you during this time.

We are keeping all of you close in our thoughts and prayers.

Much love,

Kelly and Mike

Steve & Derenda HIll

Friday, January 8, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with all your family during this difficult time.

Sharon Dodgen

Friday, January 8, 2016

Debbie and family, I was heart broken to hear of your loss. Chipper and I were friends and neighbors during our Jr. and Sr. High years. Many fond memories. He had a special heart and was not surprised that he chose a career with children. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Joni Stewart

Friday, January 8, 2016

Debbie & Family, I am so sorry to hear about Chip passing. He & I were great friends in high school in Lexington, Ky. We spent many hours talking, laughing & eating together whenever we could. Us Creekers (Tates Creek High school) had a special bond and I'm grateful that he was my friend. I was very sorry our families were unable to connect because your sons and ours could of had a great time together. I'll always remember him catching the garter at my wedding in 1977. He was surprised he caught it and looked at me like "now what". The Lord knew the answer to that because he found you Debbie. May God give you all strength and peace during this difficult time. He was a great friend to me & it sounds like he was still the same! Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers!!

Susan

Thursday, January 7, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss and heartache. Mr. Parks was a wonderful man. ECS was fortunate to have him, even for a short time. Our condolences to you all. Skip and Colin Clemmons, and Susan Day.

Sharese Cross and Family

Tuesday, January 5, 2016

I am sincerely saddened by the loss of Mr. Parks. He was such a kind person. His soft spoken demeanor and big heart welcomed my son and our family with open arms to the Episcopal Collegiate family. He will definitely be missed by my son Khi and the rest of our family.

May God ease your pain and I pray that you find solace in remembering all of the lives that he touched.

Joan Beetstra

Monday, January 4, 2016

Chip Parks was one of the kindest people I have ever had the chance to know. He was always thinking of others and was an inspirational teacher and mentor to both students and faculty. His loss will be deeply felt in the Episcopal Collegiate community. He was a true servant leader who showed God's love to every life that he touched.

My deepest condolences to Debbie, Jered, and Blake. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

The Mehrabi family

Monday, January 4, 2016

Mrs.Parks you and your family have been in our thoughts through this time in your life. We feel so blessed that all of our family have been touched by Mr.Parks. He helped Amir and I feel at ease with Alex heading into middle school. We felt like he was a guardian angel that middle school had been blessed with. He was a kind, sweet soul that I know our family will miss everyday. We feel so lucky that Mrs. Debbie was our teacher for Alex. We will always love you Mrs.Debbie. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Much Love,
The Mehrabi Family

Bobbi McDaniel, CJ and Alex Fowler

Monday, January 4, 2016

Mr. Parks had an amazingly positive impact on all of those he came in contact. I feel fortunate and blessed that my children had him in their lives through their middle school years.....

Our thoughts, prayers and love are with you!

The Lazzari Family

Monday, January 4, 2016

Ms. Debbie and family, our family is deeply sorry for your tremendous loss.

We feel very fortunate that we had the chance to get to know you and Chip during your time at Episcopal.

Even on the tough days, Mr. Parks always had a smile on his face and a kind word for his students.

Ty had Mr. Parks as his advisor in Middle School, and what wonderful stories he told of the conversations those boys had with him, especially about sports! Many times I saw him watching his kids play sports and just taking it all in.

This summer, before Trey went into Middle School, we had the pleasure of meeting with Mr. Parks. He eased all the fears about "moving up" both for me and Trey.

That was just him, always there, always engaged, and always proud of the students he was growing up.

Debbie, we send our deepest condolences and please know how much we love you.

Linda Gipson

Saturday, January 2, 2016

Mrs. Parks, Family, and Friends, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Parks was a wonderful teacher and adviser and I have very fond memories of him (@ GCS). I had no idea he was so close as I would have liked to have paid my respects in person. I know your hearts are broken and words will not help heal that right now. However, from the very recent loss of my brother, I can say that the knowledge that Mr. Parks has no more pain or afflictions and is home with our Heavenly Father. I pray that God give you peace. Again, my deepest condolences for your loss.

Lori Copeland Alley

Saturday, January 2, 2016

Chipper was one of the best teachers I ever had. We were blessed at GCS in those years of such a strong Christian faculty in the early 1980s. I will long remember that curly blond hair but more his patience in teaching us so well. I have said many times that his was one of the classes that I was proud to accomplish and he made us feel capable and successful. I remember his time he spent at our house with Paul, Steve and occasionally "Killer" Kilpatrick. They are some wonderful memories. I am saddened by his passing but feel sure there is a new member in Heaven. Rest in peace Chipper. Prayers to Debbie and the family.

Tony and Brenda Hunter

Saturday, January 2, 2016

Debbie and family: Our thoughts, love and prayers are with you since we heard of Chipper's passing. We always felt so fortunate to have you both at Georgia Christian School. Only Heaven will know of the influence you all have had on so many people's lives.

Jo Ann Kennedy

Friday, January 1, 2016

To the family of Mr. Parks I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Parks was the head of Episcopal Collegiate middle school when my son, Turner went there. He was a caring and fair man. Our family will always remember him fondly.

Culpepper Family

Monday, December 28, 2015

Chip Parks made a difference.

He made it in the way he smiled at every child's face, as he met his or her eyes with his own – and he knew what was on their minds – and in their hearts, because he always asked; and he asked because he truly cared about their answers.

Chip was able to do all of that because he knew every child in his charge by sight, by voice, and by personality. That is dedication. That is special. That is Chip Parks. He made that kind of difference for our Conley and Anna, and for every other child of their generation who respected, loved, and knew Mr. Parks at Episcopal Collegiate School.

Debbie, we send our deepest condolences and heartfelt best from our family to yours.

– Karen, "Chip," Conley & Anna Culpepper

Veronica, Lee and Aspen Smith

Monday, December 28, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parks family during this time. What a great family and we have been truly blessed by getting to know Chip and Debbie over the last couple of years. May God give the entire Park family the peace and comfort that He alone can give.

Alice Kunce

Monday, December 28, 2015

Chip was a supportive principal who never quite knew what to do with my brilliant ideas, but was willing to trust me. His confidence and caring made me a better, more thoughtful teacher.

steve & beverly strange

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Debbie and boys, it has been a long time we had seen you but seems like yesterday in a lot of ways. Our hearts are so sad by the news of Chipper's passing...Steve Hawley let us know. We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God will provide you peace.

Shelly Sutton

Sunday, December 27, 2015

My heart goes out to the Parks family. I am so saddened by the loss of a very fine man, Chip Parks. He will truly be missed at Episcopal Collegiate family, friends, and colleagues. There are so many great memories that we will cherish always. May God bless you Debbie, Jared, and Blake.

Jane Betty

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Oh how sad I am to hear that "Chipper" is gone. I am praying for comfort and peace for you and the boys. Our Lord will hold you in HIS hands.
Today I have thought of so many fun memories. I thank Our Father for them.
Love You so much,
Jane Betty

Steve Lape

Sunday, December 27, 2015

Debbie, Jered, and Blake

I am deeply saddened by your loss.

I respected Chip for the great educator and mentor he was to both the students he guided through middle school years and the faculty he inspired to assist in this important task.

He was a patient leader, never willing to give up on any student. Chip's office door was always open for sharing a bit of advice or a friendly visit with a member of his faculty. But most of all, Chip was a loving person who saw the good in all those who were blessed with the opportunity to be one of his students or be part of his staff and faculty. What a great man.

I will miss my friend.

Peace and love.

Steve Lape

Becky Kenley

Saturday, December 26, 2015

Debbie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you! I pray that God will give you a peace that only He can provide. God bless!

Ruth M. Waldon

Friday, December 25, 2015

It was a privilege to work with Chip at ECS. What a wonderful man! In life he touched many, yet his influence will be felt for years to come. What a gentle giant. He fought a good fight and can now lay down his burden to rest in the arms of our Heavenly Father.

Melissa Nickols

Friday, December 25, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. We never seem to have enough time with our loved ones. Jehovah hates death as recorded at 1 Corinthians 15:26. And as promised in Job 14:14-15 he will bring those back in his memory. May you have comfort from the scriptures in this hope. I found comfort from John 5:28-29 as something to read over and over.

Dr. Laura Strickland

Thursday, December 24, 2015

Although I did not have the privilege of getting to know Mr. Parks personally, his warmth, character, and love for his students made a great impact on my daughter. She was deeply saddened by the lost but assured me that he was in a better place and that she will never forget his love for ECS and for the students. We will continue to pray for the family as you go through this difficult time.