Robert "Bob" C. Parks 84 of Palm Coast Florida passed away on July 11 2012 at his home. A Visitation will be held Friday July 20 2012 9:00 am to 10:30 a.m. and Funeral Services will start at 10:30 a.m. at the Lohman Funeral Home Palm Coast Chapel 220 Palm Coast Pkwy SW. Interment will follow at the Daytona Memorial Park 1425 Bellevue Ave. Daytona Beach; FL. Robert was born in New York NY graduating from Morris High School Bronx NY. After graduation Bob enlisted in the Merchant Marines serving from 1945 to 1947. During the Korean War he enlisted in the Army and served as Military Police Officer. He earned a Purple Heart and four Bronze Stars. After discharge Bob attended Pace College earning a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration then a Master's Degree from the University of Denver. Bob had a successful career with the Criminal Justice Division of New York State's Supreme Court. After retirement Bob enjoyed the comforts of home and spending time with family and friends. He eagerly participated in Goju International Way of Life's chess club and its senior activities. He moved to Palm Coast in 2007 to be closer to his sister. Bobs thirst for knowledge and his need for logical thinking will be remembered by all that knew him. Bob was preceded in death by his siblings Gertrude Lillian Catherine and Leonard Parks niece Gertrude grandniece Karen and companion Jean. He is survived by his sister Elizabeth Brennan Brother-in-law James Williams niece Catherine Pearson grandnephew Marc great grandniece and nephews Jazmine Marcus and Marc. Contributions in Bobs' name can be made to Flagler County Humane Society 1 Shelter Drive Palm Coast FL 32137. Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.Lohmanfuneralhomes.com .