Charles Merlin Parks, 68, of Vidor, Texas passed away November 23, 2012 at his home. He was born in Leesville, Louisiana on October 26, 1944 to Paul Parks and Myrtis Kenny. He was employed by Bethlahem Steel and Southwest Structural Steel for a combination of 38 plus years, retiring in 2005.A graveside service will be held at Memory Gardens of Jefferson County in Nederland on Monday, November 26, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. Services are under the ion of Melancons Funeral Home in Nederland.Charles is survived by his wife, Peggy Parks of Vidor sons, Eddie Asbury of Houston, Steve Casey of Vidor, Gary Asbury of Houston, Scottie Casey of San Antonio, and Brian Asbury of Vidor daughter, Tanya Parks of Florida and Rhea Traipoom of Wyoming 10 grandchildren and brother, Ronnie Harrington of Port Arthur. On November 23, after 37 wonderful years with his wife and family, the Lord called him home. His journey has ended but a beginning for his family has begun. To his blessed wife and family, no matter how far apart we are, remember I am always with you. Charles favorite scripture was the 23rd Psalms.