Clara Janette Parks

September 21, 1936 ~ June 10, 2021

Modesto, California

Clara Twedt was born in Escalon, California on September 21, 1936. She was the last and eighth child of Gerte Louise and Thomas Twedt.

After her first marriage to John Alford she married, the love of her life, Larry Parks on April 22, 1961. She was the devoted mother of Fred Alford; Randy Alford; and Dennis Parks of Modesto, (predeceased), and she was Nana to her precious granddaughter Sophie Alford. Survived by sibling, Esther Allen and eighteen nieces and nephews.

Clara was an avid fan of the San Francisco Giants, and the 49ers. Three days before she passed she asked Larry to turn up the volume on the TV while the Giants played. She traveled the world with her beloved husband and good friends.

She enjoyed living seasonally in Arizona, visiting relatives and playing golf with her dear friend Mary.

Her work ethic was remarkable. She worked at Gallo Winery for 32 years, cooked, cleaned for her family and found time to design the most beautiful garden in town. She made many lifelong friends while at Gallo and was an outstanding member of their girl’s night out bowling team. Clara was most comfortable sitting around the kitchen table with a cup of coffee chit chatting with anyone who stopped by for a visit. No invitations necessary, everyone was welcome.

This generous soul was at her best when she was helping others, volunteering at Interfaith Ministries for many years. She was also a gallon blood donor for the Delta Blood Bank.

She courageously fought Alzheimer’s but was ready to go to the Lord. There was still so much to learn from this wise, beautiful woman, and even though she will be profoundly missed by many, the love and sacrifice she gave will live on.

Lakewood Memorial Park

900 Sante Fe Ave., Hughson, CA

Thursday, June 17, 2021

Funeral, 9:00 a.m.

Reception, Fruityard 10:30 a.m.

7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto, CA