Sharon Parks
Sharon J. Parks Nichols, age 79, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away peacefully on December 12, 2025.
Born on July 17, 1946, in South Bend, Indiana, Sharon was raised in St. Louis, Missouri, where she built a life filled with love, hard work, and devotion to her family and friends. One of 13 children, she grew up surrounded by the lively bond of a large family.
In November 1986, she married Bruce Parks, her loving husband of nearly 40 years.
Sharon was a remarkable woman—known for her tireless work ethic, her kindness as a friend, and her deep capacity for love as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was simply a great person whose warmth touched everyone fortunate enough to know her. She had a special place in her heart for animals, especially cats and dogs, who brought her endless joy. Sharon loved playing bingo, getting lost in a good book, and cozying up to watch Hallmark movies, finding comfort and happiness in these simple pleasures.
She was preceded in death by her sons, Joseph J. Canania (February 25, 1969 – January 4, 1977) and Kevin D. Elkins (October 28, 1974 – September 15, 2008); her daughters, Teresa Canania and Angela Elkins; her grandchildren, Nicole Storie, Michael Bruggeman, John Bruggeman, Jayden Bruggeman, and Kelly Bruggeman; and her great-grandchildren, Emily Hanks, Haley Hanks, and Luca Bruggeman.
Sharon will be deeply missed—more than she could ever know—and forever loved by her family and all who knew her.
If you would like to send flowers, cards, or any contributions, please do so to Mr. Bruce Parks at 2986 Melton Dr., Arnold, MO 63010.
A memorial will be held at a later date at her home; details to come.
I just learned about Sharon passing away. Very sorry about her loss. My condolences to her family and friends. Sharon and I worked together from 1973 to 1975. I also worked with her sisters Julie and JoAnn. I had also met several of her brothers, as well as her Mom. Sharon was a very fine person, and was always interesting to talk with.
JUST LEARNED OF SHARONS PASSING. WAS SO SORRY TO SEE THIS. SHE USED TO BABYSIT MYSELF AND MANY OF MY SIBLINGS IN THE PASS MANY MANY YEARS AGO. SHE WAS SO SWEET AND LOVING TO ALL OF US. I LOOKED UP TO HER LIKE A BIG SISTER. ALWAYS LAUGHING AND JUST AN ALL AROUND WONDERFUL PERSON. MY MOM LOVED HER DEARLY. SENDING OUT LOVE AND PRAYERS TO HER HUSBAND BRUCE AND HER FAMILY. GOD GOT A TRUE ANGEL THAT DAY. REST IN PEACE SHARON GIRL.