Ann Parker, 81, of Syracuse, departed this life April 11th at the Veterans Administration Medical Center. She was formerly employed at Syracuse University. She was one of the first black women to be a radio announcer in Syracuse. She began her career at WOLF, making announcements, eventually having her own show, "The Gospel Hall of Fame Radio Hour" on WSIV. She also owned and operated her own grocery store. In honor of her years of community service and achievements in radio, May 19, 1993 was proclaimed "Sister Ann Parker Recognition Day" by former Onondaga County Executive Nicholas Pirro. She was a United States Army Veteran.
She leaves to cherish her memory, one daughter, Denise Blackwood; one sister Mary Patterson; other loving relatives and friends.
Family and friends are invited to the Memorial Service, to honor her memory, Tuesday, April 24, 2018, 6pm, at the Valley Worship Center, 2929 Midland Ave.

Date of Death: April 11, 2018

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Published by in the Syracuse Post Standard from Apr. 23 to Apr. 24, 2018.

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Mildred Booker

June 20, 2020

To the family of miss Ann Parker : My family and I want to express our heartfelt condolences on the passing of SIS Parker . Sadly to say we have just found out and received this news a couple of days ago . My heart has been broken Ann will be missed by my family very much . I remember Ann as a brave independent. A go get to done , very out going and who loved the Lord very much . A few times Ann would in vote me to come speak on her Gospel show " The Gospel Hall of Fame " Ann was a real Jewel !!! I would like to light a candle in Miss Ann Parker memory on aJ Job Well Done and a faithfull servant in Jesus Christ amen Rest on SISTER ANN PARKER ❤. We love and miss you Dearly !!

Marilyn Dalton

April 17, 2019

Yes Sister Ann Louise Parker,Was DEVOTED To GOD&CHRIST JESUS!I Still Miss Her&My Heart Is Grieving,Sad&Hurting.Life Will Never Be The Same Without Her.Ann Achieved In The Army With A"HONORABLE DISCHARGE"She Had Her Own RADIO STATION.How I Know?Because I Went Out There With Her.Ann Parker Owned Her Own Laundromat.I Was A Little Girl Then,On Slocum Ave.OH,Could She Play That Piano In CHURCH For GOD.The HOLY SPIRIT Went All Through Me.And Not Just Through Me But The Whole Congregation.She Also Worked At S.U.College In Syracuse.Well She Spread Her Wings On Earth And Flew Away To The"HEAVENLY ANGEL SKY"I Still Have Tears In My Eyes When I Remember You!Love Always Marilyn Marie Dalton.

Marilyn Dalton

April 30, 2018

We Went To Church Together,We Prayed Together.I Learned Alot About The Bible Through Ann Parker,She Didn't Play When It Came To That Bible And Going To Church.She Opened Up My Understanding.Then Mysteries Seem More Clearer To Me.She Always Welcomed Me in Her Home.She Knew My Mother Leola Dalton&My Dad Monroe Holloway.NOW They Are Rejoicing in HEAVEN!She Owned Her Own Laundromat&Cadillac.Ann Parker Could Play The Piano!And OH GOD Could She Play!I Cried,With Chills Going All Through Me(The HOLY GHOST)That is.Ann Parker Was A STRONG NEGRO Woman.I Have Alot Of Memories Of Her.She Will Be Missed.BUT TRUST Me I Will SEE ALL Of My FAMILY&LOVED ONES Again.When I Am At My Earthly JOURNEY'S END!.

MELODY FEAR

April 28, 2018

I WILL ALWAYS TREASURE YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE.

MELODY FEAR

April 28, 2018

Ann was a loving friend. She had a beautiful smile. She was a loyal participant of the ERIE program at Toomey Abbott. She had many friends, but her special friend in the end was David Halloway. He took care of her in the latter days.

Declan Quinn

April 26, 2018

Ann was a friendly presence and a diligent worker in her time at Syracuse University. Although she retired a long time ago, she is remembered fondly.

Heidi Lupi

April 24, 2018

Sister Anna I have the fondest memories of you singing at the Rainbow Revival Center on S Salina St. with Pastor Paul and Joy Lupi. It's in my heart and many other songs ... I know Jesus was in your heart and am blessed to have known you. Enjoy your Jesus! Prayers of peace and comfort go out to the family.

April 24, 2018

I knew Mrs. Parker when I was growing up on Kellogg St. Whenever I would go visit Denise Mrs. Parker would say little wendy sue how are you. I have thought about my friend Denise and her mom many times over the years. So sorry for your loss. Wendy Flynn

Craig Corriders

April 24, 2018

On behalf of the residents, of Toomey Abbott Tower, we shall always remember your gentle and loving spirit. Speaking for all, I will miss your presence in the building and, even more, your smile as you exclaimed, "GOOD MORNING"!

Rest on, my Sister, you've gained your wings and can rest eternally while sitting at the Master's feet.

Lorenzo Jackson

April 24, 2018

Ann was a good friend of my mother, Elizabeth Jackson. She worked with my mom at Syracuse University. I have found memories of Ann growing up in Syracuse. Rest in peace Ann. You will be missed.

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