In loving memory of

Brenda Kay Redmond Parks
October 31, 1951 - February 16, 2018

Brenda Kay Redmond Parks, age 66 of Winchester, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2018 at her residence. She was born in Maryville, Tennessee on October 31, 1951 to the late James and Mary Ruth Everhart Redmond. Kay was currently employed by the Franklin County School System as a librarian at Franklin County High School, where she had worked for over forty years, and was an active member of Delta Kappa Gamma, Franklin County Education Association, and Tennessee Education Association. Kay coached the Franklin County Academic Bowl team for many years, and she enjoyed cross-stitch, going to the theater, and reading. In addition to her parents Kay is preceded in death by her husband, John A. Parks. She is survived by her son, Jonathan A. (Holli) Parks of Estill Springs; daughter, Kathryn E. Parks of Winchester; and grandchildren, Colton A. Parks, Ellasyn Claire Parks, and Oliver W. Parks. Visitation will be from 5-8 pm Sunday at Moore-Cortner Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am Monday, February 19, 2018 in the Moore-Cortner Chapel. Interment will follow at Franklin Memorial Gardens. Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave NW, Winchester, Tennessee 37398, (931)-967-2222, www.moorecortner.com.

Tributes

Chad wrote on Feb 19, 2018:

"Jonathan, so sorry to hear about your mom."

Jim Everhart wrote on Feb 18, 2018:

"Jonathan, Holli and Catherine, It is such a shock and loss for us all. I cherish the fun times your mom and I had growing up. "

Kathy Sweitzer wrote on Feb 18, 2018:

"Jonathan & Holli, Please accept our deepest condolences in your loss. Our hearts ache for our precious grandkids, as we know they truly loved their Granny. Sending hugs & prayers in the hopes that you guys can find peace in the coming weeks through all your memories of your wonderful mom. All our love, Kathy (Mom) & Ron (Nana & Papa) "

Lowanda wrote on Feb 17, 2018:

"It is a painful thing to lose a love one in death. Death brings great sorrow. I'm so sorry for your losss. Even Jesus Christ wept when Lazarus died. John 11:15. But look forward to the day when our love one will rise, they will rise up. Isaiah 2:19. I hope these Scriptures will help you at this difficult time time. "

Sharon Everhart Bass wrote on Feb 17, 2018:

"I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I wish I had the words to comfort you. I pray that God will give you peace, strength, and comfort in the coming days. She was a really good cousin that helped me with math in high school and came to Vanderbilt 7 years ago to sit with the family when we found out I had cancer. Love to you all. Sharon Bass (Jimmy Everhart's sister) "

Joann Lewis wrote on Feb 17, 2018:

"Am so sorry to hear of Brenda's passing. I knew her through Franklin County Schools where I am a Substitute Teacher. Brenda always had a kind word whenever you saw her, my sympathies to her family during this difficult time. Joann Lewis Substitute Teacher Franklin County TN School District"

Rex Hubbard wrote on Feb 16, 2018:

"I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful lady. "