Michael Ross Park's Obituary
Michael Ross Park passed away at the age of 62 on March 24, 2020 in his Layton, UT home from complications of Diabetes.
Due to the Corona Virus (COVID-19) Pandemic, and Governor issued statements funeral services will not be offered. His body was cremated, and his ashes will be spread at a later date.
Michael was born October 25, 1957 in Spokane, WA at Fairchild Airforce Base to Jack F Park and Nancy Marie Smith-Ison (both proceeding him in death). He was the oldest of six children.
Survived by wife Karen Donnelly Park and sons Aaron Park [Nieves], Benjamin Park [Emily] and Adam Park as well as five grandchildren. Also survived by brothers David Park, Dan Park, James Park, Toby Ison and sister Anona “Noni” Dangerfield [Garth].
Since his father served in the United States Air Force, Michael lived in a few different countries as well as various places across the United States during his early life. The family still muses over the fact that two of his brothers were “made in Japan”. His Parents divorced when he was still very young. Leaving his mother single to raise 5 children. Michael helped where he could and was looked up to by his younger siblings. His mother had remarried moving the family from Washington state to Maine (where he gained another little brother). Michael was quite athletic when he was younger, playing both basketball and football for his high school teams in Baker, Oregon. Enjoyed painting and drawing. He was popular and well liked in the many communities he lived. He loved English Mastiffs and attending the dog shows. Enjoyed movies, Science Fiction and hearing the ideas and opinions of other people and talking Politics. Michael was a pleasant person with a good sense of humor looking for the positive in others and situations.
He went on to serve a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Perth Australia. Returning from his mission he decided to go to Rick’s College – now known as BYU Idaho. This is where he met is beloved bride of 39 years. He and his new little family moved to various locations so Michael was able to seize opportunities in business and management.
When speaking of spiritual matters and family, Michael was exceptionally sensitive and emotional. He loved the gospel of Jesus Christ and family was his motivation.
He will be missed, but we look forward to being with him again! God speed and we love you.
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