Samuel S. Parks Jr. aka "Big Sam" departed this life on Saturday, August 31, 2013. He was seventy-six years old. He leaves to mourn his passing; two daughters, Tammi and Deana; two granddaughters, Keliah and Briana, along with a host of relatives and friends. Services will be private. To send a condolence, visit www.matthewsbryson.com. Arrangements are by Matthews-Bryson Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Smyrna.