Ms. Patricia A. "Candy" Hendricks

Patricia Ann Hendricks “Candy” was born August 6, 1954 in Saint Louis, Missouri to the parents of Lorene Williams and James Parks. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents, one son Wesley Hendricks, one grandchild baby Wilson, two sisters Theresa, “Apple, her twin sister,” Verna and four brothers David Jr., Calvin, Kendall and Louis. Patricia was educated in the St. Louis Public Schools, Bryan Hill and Beaumont High School. Candy went on to work at the New Hope Apartments where she was a Receptionist before retiring. Candy was a loving mother and grandmother, she loved to spend time with her family and friend “Bernadine.” Candy took care of others as if they were her own. She always opened her home up for those in need. Candy enjoyed watching her soap operas and her all time favorite television shows, The First 48 and South Beach Tow. Candy will be truly missed by those who crossed her path. Candy was called home to be with the Lord and her sisters and brothers at 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Methodist Medical Center. Patricia leaves to cherish her precious memories; three sons, Lesley Hendricks of Peoria, IL, Antonio Hendricks of St. Louis, MO and Dominick Wilson of Peoria, IL; two daughters, Sharon (Dominique) Wilson, of Galesburg, IL and Sharnice Hendricks of Indiana; nine grandchildren, Lesley Jr., Antonio Jr., Kyrelle, Mariah, Zy’mere, Za'niya, Elliana, Veda, and Jouriee; two great-grandsons, Jaden and Malachi; two sisters, Deborah (Ricky) Clark of Saint Louis, MO and Janise Parks of Fresno, CA; four brothers, Willard “Gene” Parks (Delores) of Santa Monica, CA, Archie Parks (Hazel) of Palm Dale, CA, James “Pete” Parks (Gwendolyn) and Lee “Bunchie” Parks “Aleatha) both of Fresno, CA; sister-in-law, Mary “Stuffy” Hendricks of Saint Louis, MO; a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, friends; special friend Ron Lewis and Bernadine Brown. A Celebration of Life service will be held Saturday, October 31, 2020 at T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel at 11:00 a.m. with visitation commencing one-hour prior at 10:00 a.m. Pastor Jeffery Batton will Officiate. Due to COVID-19 mandates social distancing and masks are required. Interment is Private.

Ms. Patricia A. "Candy" Hendricks

August 6, 1954 - October 18, 2020