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Publication: Herald Sun

Date Listed: 24/2/2026

Location: Melbourne

PARKES, John
19 Jan 1948 - 21 Feb 2026
Passed away aged 78.

Dearly loved partner
of Fiona.
Loved and loving father of Nicholas and Melanie.
Adored and cherished 'grandpa' of John, Beau
and Ruby.
Much loved father-in-law
of Susie and Tim.
Lovingly remembered by Jason, Nic and families.

Forever and always
in our hearts.

19/01/1948 - 21/02/2026

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