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Bob was a native of Raleigh, N.C., and was a lifelong resident of the Peninsula. He graduated from Newport News High School, and Auburn University. Bob was a Navy Veteran of WWII, and retired from NASA as a Research Engineer. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church, and was an avid photographer.
Bob was preceded in death by his son, R. Neal Parker Jr.; and a sister, Miriam P. Phelps.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Nancy B. Parker of Newport News; a brother, William Parker of Dayton, Ohio; a brother-in-law, Tom Barclay of Williamsburg; sisters-in-law, Mary B. Foster of Newport News and Myrtle B. Pence of Sebring, Fla.
A celebration of life service will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 15, 2011, in the 'Chesapeake Room' at The Chesapeake Retirement Community in Newport News, with the Rev. Dr. Nancy B. Hayes, Officiating. A private graveside service will be held on Friday, Jan. 14, at Peninsula Memorial Park, Newport News.
The family would like to thank the entire staff of The Chesapeake for their loving care during these last months.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the The Chesapeake Benevolent Fund, 955 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA 23601 or to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Robert PARKER
Debbie Gunter
January 16, 2011
The memory support staff and residents will truly miss the great man behind the beautiful pictures.
January 14, 2011
Reverend Edsel and Hannah West
rachel pittman
January 14, 2011
I really thought alot of Bob, Nancy. I do wish I could have had more time to spend with you both and listened to more stories about his photography. I also really enjoyed both of you when I was at Bethel. He was so complimentary when I would sing at Joy Club. I am saddened by his passing but joyous at the occasion of his home-going! Love to you, Nancy,
Rachel Pittman
Judith Brett
January 14, 2011
My name is Judith Brett and I have walked the halls of the Chesapeake with Charlotte Hoggard until her recent fall which put her in Health Care. I just couldn't let it go by without telling you how much we enjoyed stopping and looking @ Mr. Parker's framed pictures in the hall. He took some of the best pictures we have ever seen. He will truly be missed @ the Chesapeake by eveyone that knew him.
Mary Hines
January 13, 2011
Dear Nancy: I was sadden to read that Bob passed away. He was a great person and never forgot to acknowledge someone when He met them. I remember all the good times we all had during our Joy Club days and other occasions at church. Know that you both had many friends that feels your pain and loss. I will keep you in my prayers. With christian love, Mary Hines(old Bethel Baptist member)
Linda McCauley Lanning
January 10, 2011
Nancy, I was so sorry to hear about Bob. I knew he had not been well. I have such sweet memories of our years at Bethel...good times! Take care of yourself during this difficult time. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Much love,
Dawn Stewart
January 10, 2011
I got to know Mr Parker when I worked for the Chesapeake. He was a very nice man and I have fond memories of him and his wife. May God bring your family peace during this difficult time. He will be missed.
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