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Gordon Parker Obituary

Gordon C. Parker of Phoenix AZ, beloved husband, father, brother and friend passed away on Saturday August 23, 2008. Gordon was born on March 28, 1947 in Glens Falls, NY. In 1959 he moved with his family to Phoenix where he graduated from Cortez High School in 1966. After completing a tour of duty with the United States Army he had a very successful career in sales. In 1992 he founded Savon Dental Plan and retired as C.E.O. in 2006. He is survived by his wife of 37 years Lorraine Parker, son Joseph Parker, daughter-in-law Roanne Parker, mother Antoinette Parker, 3 brothers and 2 sisters. He is preceded in death by his father Clayton Parker Sr., and 2 sons Randy and Steven. He will be missed, always remembered and in our hearts forever. Visitation will be on Wednesday August 27 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Chapel of the Chimes, 7924 N. 59th Ave. Services will be held on Thursday August 28 at 11:00 a.m. at the Salvation Army Phoenix Citadel Corps, 628 N. 3rd Ave., Phoenix.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Aug. 26, 2008.

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LORRAINE PARKER

September 18, 2008

TODAYS WOULD HAVE BEEN OUR 37TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY DAY. WE ARE STILL TOGETHER IN SPIRIT, TOGETHER FOREVER IN OUR HEART. I LOVE YOU. LOVE LORRAINE

Dr. Bruce Cohen

September 18, 2008

Gordon,
I learned many things from you as we worked together to make Savon Dental Plan an honorable and profitable business. At the same time I tried to teach you how to play golf and failed; but when I see you again, we will continue where we left off and yes, we can play for a dollar a hole but this time ties go to me!! Thanks for everything you taught me.

Dick Boyd

September 1, 2008

Having known Gordon for almost two decades and the kind of man he was, there is no doubt he will be so very missed by so many. My heart goes out to his wife, Lorraine, his son, Joe, and the rest of his extended family. A good man has moved on.

David Swanson

August 29, 2008

As long as I have know the Parker family I have been a better person. I am sorry for your loss and I will miss Gordon a lot. He always said something to make me smile.

Jim and Kelly Gabriel

August 28, 2008

We are very sad to hear of Gordon's passing, and our thoughts and prayers are with Lorraine, Joe and Roanne.

August 28, 2008

To the Parker Family,

I will miss seeing Gordon at the golf course and know now that he is at peace. His spirit will be with us all and I will remember our last lesson. He still wanted to get better!

Mike and Meredith Osborne

August 26, 2008

I still can't believe you're gone. It's so hard being here in this office without you around to tell us your jokes and funny stories. You brightened many days for me... We know you're in a better place, but we will miss you forever. We love you Uncle Gordy.

Love always,

Mike and Meri

Clayton Parker

August 26, 2008

We love you Uncle Gordon. You will be in our hearts forever.

Love, Clayton III and Nicole Parker

Mona Larson

August 26, 2008

I know that Gordon is at peace and he will be terribly missed. I enjoyed visiting with him at Joe's games, and at family events. My thoughts are with Lorraine, Toni, Joe and Roanne, as well as the rest of the family.

Clay & Corilee Parker

August 26, 2008

You will be in our hearts forever.....your show of courage and inner strength will be a source of inspiration for us all. We know that you are at peace.
Love and Light,
Clay and Corilee

Suzanne Fitch

August 26, 2008

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Gordon. I know that the Parker's have had such a huge impression on my family over the years, especially Jason. My heart goes out to you Lorraine, Joe and Roeanne. I hope you can lean on each other to get through this difficult time.

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