Chris Parks

March 11, 1975 - December 3, 2020

PARKS, Christopher Joseph, of Fenton, Missouri, was born March 11, 1975 in St. Louis, Missouri to Craig Parks and Kathleen (nee Harrison) Gapsch and entered into rest Thursday, December 3, 2020 in St. Louis, Missouri at the age of 45 years, 8 months and 23 days. He is preceded in death by, his father. He is survived by his mother, Kathy (Ed) Gapsch, one (1) son, Jacob “Jake” Parks, two (2) sisters, Lisa (Rob) Smith, of Barnhart, Missouri, Dawn (Brant) Bruce, of High Ridge, Missouri, five (5) nieces and nephews, D.J. (Stephanie) Pollman, Britian Pollman, Gracie Bruce, Karley Bruce, Kelsey Bruce, along with numerous extended family and friends. Chris loved to read and explore technology. He spent much of his time outdoors enjoying nature and watching the birds on his birdfeeders. Most of all, Chris loved being a dad. The most precious time was always spent with his son Jake. He was a proud father and loved his son immensely. They would fly rockets and drones together and go on adventures. Chris was a very caring person who would help anyone in need. He will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. Visitation Tuesday, December 8, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at CHAPEL HILL MORTUARY, 6300 Highway 30, Cedar Hill, Missouri. Funeral service held Wednesday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m., Chapel Hill Mortuary followed by interment at Shepherd Hills Cemetery in Barnhart. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to “Jacob Parks” for his care, c/o Lisa Smith, 8594 Patterson, Barnhart, MO 63012. Family and friends can review and share stories, photos and condolences online at www.stlfuneral.com and follow details of this event and others in the community at www.facebook.com/stlchapelhill.