She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Donald Junior Parks; her son, Keith Parks; daughter and son-in-law, Regina and Mat Seelinger; grandchildren: Mason (AnnMarie), Payton (Chelsea) and Carson (Hope) Seelinger, Nik, Lacye, Weston and Colten Parks; great grandchildren: Palmer, Livian, Josie Claire, Greer, Winnie, Eloise, Jett, Grady and Penny Seelinger and a new arrival in February; sister, Danice Mimms; sister-in-law, Betty Archer; brothers: Cameron, Raymond and Joe (Angie) Anderson; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her twelve-year-old daughter, LaDonna Kaye Parks; her parents; her bonus mom; Esther "Granny" Anderson; brothers-in-law, Claude Archer and Roy Mimms; sister-in-law, Sandra Anderson; and all other brothers and sisters of the Wingard family.
In 1970, while living in Haskell, OK, a tornado took everything that Don and Frances owned. They moved to Little Rock to build the first Western Sizzlin Steak House west of the Mississippi River. In Central Arkansas, they owned and operated five restaurants, some of which were the highest volume in the Western Sizzlin franchise during the 70's, 80's and 90's. They employed thousands during those years, giving many their first job and teaching them great work ethics.
Nana faithfully attended New Life Church. Being an example of the life of Jesus Christ, attending and serving at her church was extremely important to her. She was a true follower of Jesus Christ and a Proverbs 31 woman. Don and Frances were hard workers, but were confident they were successful in business because the Lord had greatly blessed them. They had a desire to humbly give above and beyond to build many church buildings, orphanages and other church related projects through the years in numerous states and countries, never wanting recognition.
Nana was the one that held the family together. She was our super Nana! Her actions and sacrifices radiated her love for her family. Nana was a fantastic cook and could feed a crowd like no other. Everything she cooked was delicious! She was a great host, and made it known that everyone was always welcome in their home and she made sure to never let anyone leave hungry. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. She loved to spend time with them at Lake Ouachita on the houseboat, swimming in the backyard pool, traveling around to their sporting activities or other events.
She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Donald Junior Parks; her son, Keith Parks; daughter and son-in-law, Regina and Mat Seelinger; grandchildren: Mason (AnnMarie), Payton (Chelsea) and Carson (Hope) Seelinger, Nik, Lacye, Weston and Colten Parks; great grandchildren: Palmer, Livian, Josie Claire, Greer, Winnie, Eloise, Jett, Grady and Penny Seelinger and a new arrival in February; sister, Danice Mimms; sister-in-law, Betty Archer; brothers: Cameron, Raymond and Joe (Angie) Anderson; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her twelve-year-old daughter, LaDonna Kaye Parks; her parents; her bonus mom; Esther "Granny" Anderson; brothers-in-law, Claude Archer and Roy Mimms; sister-in-law, Sandra Anderson; and all other brothers and sisters of the Wingard family.
In 1970, while living in Haskell, OK, a tornado took everything that Don and Frances owned. They moved to Little Rock to build the first Western Sizzlin Steak House west of the Mississippi River. In Central Arkansas, they owned and operated five restaurants, some of which were the highest volume in the Western Sizzlin franchise during the 70's, 80's and 90's. They employed thousands during those years, giving many their first job and teaching them great work ethics.
Nana faithfully attended New Life Church. Being an example of the life of Jesus Christ, attending and serving at her church was extremely important to her. She was a true follower of Jesus Christ and a Proverbs 31 woman. Don and Frances were hard workers, but were confident they were successful in business because the Lord had greatly blessed them. They had a desire to humbly give above and beyond to build many church buildings, orphanages and other church related projects through the years in numerous states and countries, never wanting recognition.
Nana was the one that held the family together. She was our super Nana! Her actions and sacrifices radiated her love for her family. Nana was a fantastic cook and could feed a crowd like no other. Everything she cooked was delicious! She was a great host, and made it known that everyone was always welcome in their home and she made sure to never let anyone leave hungry. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy. She loved to spend time with them at Lake Ouachita on the houseboat, swimming in the backyard pool, traveling around to their sporting activities or other events.
Family Members
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Alvia Floye Wingard Tindal
1913–2003
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Simon Wilson Wingard
1914–1954
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Susie Mae Wingard Martin
1915–2008
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Lula E Wingard Tindal
1916–1984
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Pugh Wingard
1917–1941
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Ethel Wingard Roberson
1922–1993
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John Dilmon Wingard
1923–1993
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Annie Loise Wingard
1925–1934
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Irma Lois Wingard King
1927–1997
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Jim Bob Wingard
1928–1972
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George Herbert Wingard
1930–2008
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Marvin Wingard
1932–1940
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Margie "Kitty" Wingard Herndon
1932–2020
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Bonnie Fay Wingard
1935–1936
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Bill Ray Wingard
1935–2020
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