Gerald Eugene Parks (Jerry/Gramp) gained his angel wings on November 1, 2022. After struggling with kidney disease and prostate issues, he passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his daughter and two granddaughters. Jerry was born on August 8, 1933 in Ohio to Edith and Delmar Parks. Jerry grew up on a farm milking cows, taking care of his horses, and eating his mom's delicious homemade food. Many of his wonderful stories were about the farm and the food. As a teenager, Jerry met his wife Patricia (Patty) Parks and they had three children - Dale, Brenda and Tracy. In 1966, Jerry and his family moved to Ukiah, California. In 1978, Jerry and his family unfortunately ended up in Guyana, South America and were held hostage in Jonestown for 8 months, where his wife Patricia lost her life. Jerry was a true hero for standing up to Jim Jones and demanding his and his family's freedom. Jerry and his children came back to Ukiah and he got a job as a produce manager at Safeway from where he eventually retired. During retirement Jerry devoted his life to his family. He helped raise his two granddaughters and his life was filled with so much love when he became a great-grandpa to six girls. His family was his everything and he made sure to always put them first. Jerry loved wood-working, playing the piano, riding his bicycle and watching old shows/movies on TV Land. Jerry was reunited in heaven with his wife Patty Parks, mom Edith Parks, dad Delmar Parks, daughter Brenda Parks, grandson Jay Warren Parks, niece Dena Parks and his grandparents. Jerry is survived by his son Dale Parks, daughter Tracy Diaz, granddaughters Ashley (Arreguin) Flores and Alicia Arreguin, great-granddaughters Aalahnii, Harmony, Lily, Gigi, Jazi and Camilla as well as several other family members and friends who adored him. He will be missed more than words can describe.