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Jason Henry Parks passed away March 24,2026 at the age of 55. He was born December 1,1970 to his parents Jon and Sylvia Parks.
Jason grew up in Mertzon, Texas on his family’s ranch which he loved and was so proud of. He attended Texas Tech University where he met Shonna Robison and they were married on March 9, 1996. They had two children, Jonathan and Phoenix.
The family moved back to Mertzon in 2012 and lived on the family ranch. He loved the beautiful sunsets, spending time at the Big Tree and listening to many genres of music. Jason’s love of music started at a young age. Jason also had a love for cooking and built the Big Jon Complex in honor of his dad and started his catering business and Lupe Likes It Spice Line that many people have grown to love and use in their cooking. Jason also loved IT development and had many businesses throughout the years.
Jason never met a stranger and loved to live life to the fullest. His favorite saying was “Carpe Diem” and he was always willing to offer a prayer and a loving ear to anyone who needed encouragement. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.
Jason is survived by his wife Shonna, sons Jonathan and Phoenix Parks, his brother Eric Parks (wife Martha Parks) and nieces Ashlyn Garcia (husband Logan), Haley Guerin (husband Trey), great nephews Lawson Garcia & Parker Guerin, great niece Landry Garcia, and many friends that he considered family.
He is preceded in death by his parents Jon and Sylvia Parks, grandparents Howard and Mary Frances Parks, and Ira and Willie Mae Pool.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at 2pm at the First Baptist Church of Mertzon. Lakan Mariano will officiate.In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make donations to Hospice of San Angelo or your favorite charity.