Margaret Saenz interview - November 22, 2019
In this interview, long-time Huachuca City resident and court clerk Margaret Saenz talks about her time in the town. She talks about the town governance, the various mayors and city council members, turnover in those positions, and how it has affected Huachuca City. She also talks about the town’s reputation as a “speed trap” and comments on what makes the town a special place to her.
(All content and interviews contained on this site are as supplied by the contributors. They have not been fact checked and do not represent the views of the Town of Huachuca City.)
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Fort Auto Parts
Fort Auto Parts is a well-known wrecking yard located at 152 Huachuca Boulevard in Huachuca City. The yard attracts visitors from around the world and has been profiled by publications such as “Hot Rod” magazine.
This picture is taken from across the highway and shows the screening that was put up on the fencing.
The business was purchased by Milo Parizek in 1958, and before that was operated by another owner. In its early years, the business did mechanical work on cars, as well as offering wrecker service and auto parts. Parizek had several yards around the city in addition to the one on Huachuca Boulevard.
A fire in May, 1980 destroyed the garage on the property, as well as other buildings and property. Since that time, the business has operated as a wrecking yard, and it is currently owned by Sue Parizek. There are hundreds of cars on the premises, including a 1923 Oldsmobile and a 1926 Dodge.
Sue Parizek and Sheri Parizek Zimpelman interview - February 21, 2020
In this interview, Sue Parizek and her daughter Sheri Parizek Zimpelman tell about their family's history in the Huachuca City area. In particular, they tell the story of Fort Auto Parts, one of the town's earliest businesses, founded by Milo Parizek. They tell about working at the business and major milestones in its history. They also tell about businesses in Huachuca City and how the town has changed over time. They share their hope for the future of the business and the town.
(All content and interviews contained on this site are as supplied by the contributors. They have not been fact checked and do not represent the views of the Town of Huachuca City.)
Milo Parizek and kids
This is a picture of Milo Parizek (bottom center) and his four children, including in the top row Starlene and Sheri Parizek. Parizek was the owner of Fort Auto Parts in Huachuca City.