Helen Rebecca Parks

On Saturday, November 22nd, 2025, Helen Parks (Becky) passed away peacefully in her youngest daughter’s home, surrounded by her family. After living a life marked by devotion to her family, tireless dedication to others, and unwavering selflessness, Becky now rests in the eternal peace that only Heaven can bestow. Helen leaves behind a family that she devoted her life to, who will forever cherish her memory: her son, James Edward Reeves Jr., and daughter-in-law Sandra; her daughters, Sarah Virginia Israel and son-in-law James Larry Israel Jr., and Melanie Jean May and son-in-law Jeffrey May. She is also survived by her sister, Mary Virginia Anderson, and brother-in-law, Garland Anderson. Her spirit endures in the lives of her beloved grandchildren: James Edward Reeves III, Mary Reeves Gioia, Peyton Magnusson, Grant Magnusson, Joshua Magnusson, Sarah Rebecca Myers, Ocean Broun, Jade-Ryan Downs, Lyric Downs, and Brooks Downs. She was blessed with many great-grandchildren, including Tori Gioia, Skye Gioia, Lillian Bilbray, Angelina Gioia, Damian Magnusson, Victor Magnusson, Daniel Magnusson, Baker James Myers, Hendrix Wagner, Southern Broun, and Seaella Broun. Helen’s memory will also be cherished by her many nieces and nephews; among them are Patricia Rone, Nicole Rosenberg, Abby Etheridge, Bella Rosenberg, and DeeJae Fly, along with numerous others who held a special place in her heart. In addition to her family, Becky leaves behind her lifelong friend, Rose Drohan, with whom she shared countless treasured memories and pots of coffee. She was preceded in death by her spouses, James Edward Reeves Sr. and Marion Thomas Parks; her parents, Mary Belle Lowrey Tunstall and Peyton Alexander Tunstall; her brothers, Alex Tunstall, William Tunstall, and Bobby Tunstall; and her sister, Sarah Jane Tunstall Rone Lowen. Becky was an extraordinary cook, able to turn even the simplest meal into something beautiful and memorable. That same gift for making anything beautiful was reflected in her career as a florist, where her arrangements carried the same heartfelt creativity that she poured into all her endeavors. Becky’s life was a testament to selfless care, poured out for her family and all who crossed her path. She carried an unwavering, nurturing spirit, yet remained genuine, speaking the truth with sincerity. Becky faced life’s many adversities and heartbreaks with resilience and perseverance, remaining always with a heart anchored in Christ and faithful prayer. In this, she leaves a legacy of unconditional love, unmatched strength, and devotion to those she held close. A graveside service will be held at Serenity Memorial Gardens in Theodore, Alabama, on Saturday, November 29th, 2025, at 2:30 p.m.

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Helen Rebecca Parks

December 12, 1947 - November 22, 2025