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Ethel PARKER Obituary
She was educated in Newark and D.C. Public Schools, earning a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education from Miner Teacher's College and a master's degree in Special Education from George Washington University in Washington, D.C.
Ethel Mae was married to the late Benjamin F. Parker. From this union, four children were born, Judith Ann, Dennis Joseph, Michael Francis and Nabeehah (Jeanne). Ethel Mae enjoyed helping "Parker" with his community projects, and also enjoyed a wide variety of music, art, flowers, travel, swimming, and -most of all- being with family, especially her grand and great-grandkids. She was a faithful member of St. Francis de Sales Church, Washington, D.C.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Benjamin F. Parker; and son, Michael F. Parker.
She leaves to cherish her memory her loving children, Judith P. Drew (Randy) of Newport News, Va., Dennis J. Parker (Luella) of Palo Alto, Calif.; and Nabeehah (Jeanne) Parker (Khalil) of Philadelphia, Pa.
Viewing will begin at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 31, 2010, at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home, followed by visitation with the family from 6 to 7 p.m. A funeral Mass will be 11 a.m., Friday Sept. 3, 2010, at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, Washington, D.C. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery, Washington, D.C.
In lieu of flowers, that family requests that contributions be made to your local Hospice agency; or the charity of your choice.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the Parker family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ethel PARKER
September 13, 2010
Judy,
The remaining PHI Girls want you to know We loved Ethel Mae and we miss her. She was one of our cherished Founders. We will always hold her memory in our hearts.
Roslyn Wall
JERRY HARRISON
September 8, 2010
WE HOPE THAT YOU WILL REMEMBER THE GREAT TIMES WE ALL SHARED AS YOUR MOM & DAD CHEERED OUR TRACK TEAM. OUR LOVE GOES OUT TO YOU DENNIS, JULIE, AND FAMILY. SORRY WE COULD NOT HAVE BEEN THERE WITH YOU.
Alease Gant
September 3, 2010
Dear Judy and Randy,
I was sorry that I wasn't able to attend the wake for your mom. I was at the hospital with Dad. I met your mom and she was a special person. You have done all you could to care for her and now she's being cared for by the BEST. I'll remember her fondly.
The Tahohs
September 2, 2010
Our condolence to the family and friends of Mrs. Ethel Mae Parker
May your memories be like a rainbow after the storm.
September 2, 2010
There are some many things that Aunt Ethel Mae taught me, too many to write in such a small space. But they helped mold me into the woman that I am now. I am so glad that she was a part of my life. My love and prayers are with all of you.
Cindy Lou
Betty Graves & Family
September 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rick Ellis
September 1, 2010
Mrs. Drew and Family,
I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. My thoughts are with you and your family.
August 31, 2010
To Judy and the family:
Both Marjorie and I grieve with you during your time of bereavement. We, at this time, acknowledge the beautiful and timely management in the caring for your mother during her last days. Yours was a task only a loving daughter (and siblings) could accomplish. WELL DONE!!!! Again, you have our condolences.
Leon and Marjorie Ellis
Anson Christian
August 31, 2010
My deepest condolences to Mrs. Drew and all of Mrs. Parker's family and friends. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
August 31, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Teresa Glover
August 30, 2010
"The Hamiel family would like to express our condolences and send our prayers to Mrs Drew and the family.
May the Lord Comfort and Strengthen you during this difficult time.
Claudia Womack
August 30, 2010
The Womack family would like to express our condolences and send our prayers to the family. Grandma Parker is resting in peace.
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