James H. Parks

July 28, 1930-February 12, 2023

James H. Parks, 92, of Carmel, IN, passed away peacefully on Feb. 12, 2023. He was born in Holt County, NE on July 28, 1930. After graduating from Page High School, he joined the Air Force in 1950. While stationed in Spokane, WA, he met Theresa Manning. They married in 1955. After retiring from the Air Force in 1972, he moved his family to Carmel, graduated from Butler University, and became a Certified Public Accountant. He was an avid walker on the Monon Trail where he befriended many dogs and their owners.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife of more than 48 years, Theresa; his sons, James B. (Janice) and, Michael.

Survivors include his daughter, Suzanne Andres (Patrick); son, Alan (Beverly), son Terry (Cindy); siblings; Dona Trowbridge (Richard), Virgil (Pauline), Marilyn Kucera (Ken), and Ted (Dorothy); sister-in-law, Loretta Manning Burbach; 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren.

Family and friends are invited to pay respects on Monday, Feb. 20, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, where the Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at 11a.m.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to your favorite charity.

Bussell Family Funerals is privileged to assist the family in arrangements.