June Rosetta (Dameron) Parks

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved June Rosetta (Dameron) Parks, who departed this life on August 25, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family and friends at Escondido Acute Care. Born on December 25, 1935, in Triplett, Missouri, June was a beacon of strength, love, and resilience throughout her 90 years. June was the cherished daughter of George T. Dameron and Frances Louise, both of whom predeceased her. She was also preceded in death by her ex-husband of 42 years, Willie Lee Parks, and their beloved son, Warlon Lamont Parks. Her unwavering spirit is carried on by her surviving family members, including her devoted brother James Benson and his wife Patricia, and her loving children: stepchildren Cynthia Brown (Ray), Bernadette Parks, Stephen Parks, daughter Sheila Clemons (Hayes Robert), and sons Wesley Ladonahue Parks (Laurie) and William Lamar Parks. She was a proud grandmother to Juliette Arianna Clemons and Warren Lee Parks, as well as a cherished step-grandmother and great-grandmother to many. Her niece Taffye Benson-Clayton (Reuben), nephew Bernard Benson (Stephanie), and their children also survive her, alongside her dear sister cousins Delores Bradford, Doris Richardson, Mary Banton, and her brother cousin Kenny A. June graduated from Dalton High School in Dalton, Missouri, and went on to receive a Secretarial Business Training Certificate. Her career was as diverse as her interests, having worked as a Ward Clerk at the University of Missouri in Columbia, owned and operated a beloved soul food restaurant in downtown Oceanside, California, served as a teacher's aide at a local high school, and managed an after-school program for latchkey kids, providing mentorship and a variety of academic and creative opportunities. June's contributions to her community were as vast as they were impactful. She was a lifelong member of the Church of God in Christ in Oceanside, California, and an active member of the NAACP, receiving a Special Recognition Certificate for her dedication. She founded the annual Martin Luther King Breakfast, initiated Black History Month celebrations at Friendly Church of God in Christ, started the Women's Chapter of the NAACP, and founded the Juneteenth celebration in Oceanside. Her tireless activism also included organizing efforts to halt a KKK march in Oceanside, demonstrating her unwavering commitment to justice and equality. A passionate traveler who cherished getaways with her "Golden Girls," June also found immense joy as a supportive sports mom to her three sons. Her nurturing spirit extended beyond her family, as she became a mother figure to many, offering words of encouragement, guidance, and support to all who needed it. June's life was a testament to the power of love, community, and service. Her legacy will forever be etched in the hearts of those she touched. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the NAACP or a charity of your choice, in honor of June's lifelong commitment to social justice and community service. As we bid farewell to June, let us celebrate the extraordinary life she led and the indelible impact she made on the world. Her light will continue to shine brightly through all those who were blessed to know her.