Parkans, Joseph T. of Hicksville on Oct 03. Beloved husband of Mary Grace. Loving father of Carolyn, Kathleen, Patricia and Dino. Cherished brother of George (Renee). Proud Vietnam Vet. 65-67. Retired longtime P.O. at the 19th PCT 69-01. Friend of Bill W. Visitation at the Vernon C. Wagner Funeral Home 125 W. Old Country Rd Hicksville. Sat & Sun 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral Mass and Military Honors Mon. 9:30am at Our Lady Of Mercy RCC Hicksville. Inurnment at a later date at L.I. National Cemetery