Lola May Park

May 18, 1927 - January 25, 2021

Lola May Park, 93, of Circleville, died peacefully on January 25, 2021 at the Wyngate Senior Living Community. Lola Acord was born May 18, 1927 in Pickaway County to Emmitt Acord and Agnes Eldridge. She married Dawson Park on Sept 5, 1955 and was married for 61 years. She is preceded in death by Dawson; brothers Chuck Acord, Bob Acord, and Gene Acord; sisters Marjorie (Marty) Crist, Pauline Hundley, and Lola's twin sister Zola Petty; and daughter-in-law Ling R. Park. Lola is survived by sons Brent (Tammy) Park of Grove City, Trent Park of West Jefferson, grandson Justin (Arianna) Park and great-granddaughter Marie Park of Grove City, and several nieces and nephews. Lola worked at the Pickaway Dairy in her younger years, then worked at Gilmore's Daycare later in her life. She loved being with and caring for children. Lola was a lifelong member of the Circleville Heritage Nazarene Church which she faithfully attended and supported the church in the children's Sunday School area. Lola loved her family, her church, and her Lord. She enjoyed Shirley Temple movies and memorabilia. She also loved watching Ohio State Football games. She and Dawson travelled extensively across the country in their retirement years, often on a motorcycle. Many friends remember their hospitality, where everyone was welcome to join New Year's parties and 'fish fry' dinners at their home. Visitation will be held at Defenbaugh-Wise-Schoedinger Funeral Home, located at 151 East Main Street Circleville, on Monday February 1, 2021 from 5pm to 7pm. Covid-19 restrictions apply. Lola's graveside service will take place at noon on Tuesday February 2, 2021 at Floral Hills Cemetery.