LeRoy Parke

March 13, 1992 - October 27, 2013

Lee J left us at the young age of 21, we are saddened not to experience the opportunities his life held. Born to Lee and Cindy Parke he was welcomed by three older siblings. Every day was treated as a new adventure for Lee J, he loved to entertain with impersonations, comedic exits, and always had a way to make us laugh. He loved to build and fix things; and had a passion for music, that he shared with many. Lee J knew a song and band by the sound of the guitar. Rarely seen without a baseball cap (worn backwards), he enjoyed the Detroit Tigers and many games with family and friends; he will be remembered at Opening Days to come. Lee J was a 2010 graduate of St. Johns Jesuit High School and a member of the St. Pius X community. Lee J is survived by his mom and dad (Chico, CA); siblings (Ali and Matt Shull of Cincinnati, Ellen and Dr. Matt Christ of Monclova, and Nathan Parke of Chico, CA); adoring niece and nephew, Adelaide and Oliver Christ; his devoted grandparents Dr. Raymond and Ruth Buganski; many loving aunts, uncles and cousins; as well as many close friends. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him. He was a cool dude with a rock star-like mentality, and his family asks that he be remembered for his smile, whole body laugh, and his ability to impart joy to those in his company. A Mass of the Christian Burial will be held at St. Pius X Parish (3011 Carskaddon Ave.; Toledo, Ohio 43606) on Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at 11:00 AM with a celebration of Lee J's life to follow in the Family Life Center at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Rescue Inc, 3350 Collingwood Blvd., Toledo, OH 43610 (make contributions in his name, care of Jeff Earle).