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Truman Parker Obituary

PARKER Truman W. Parker, 92, passed away in Cross Creek, FL. December 1, 2002. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2002, 11:00 am at Jacksonville Memory Gardens with Rev. Floyd Long officiating. Mr. Parker was a retired Teacher and principal for Duval county public schools. He moved to Cross Creek 27 years ago from Jacksonville. He is survived by his Daughter; Sue Hightower and son in law Michael of Jacksonville, Grandson; Parker Michael Hightower of Jacksonville. Preceded by wife Vanice Townsend, and son James Parker. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Heart Association or the charity of choice. WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, GAINESVILLE 352-376-7556. Please sign the Guestbook at Jacksonville.com

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 3, 2002.

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Sheryl McNichols

December 3, 2002

Dear Sue and Mike,

Mel and I send our love, thoughts and prayers to you. We will always carry fond memories in our hearts, so those we love are never far away. I hope my mom meets Sue's parents in Heaven and I know Sue's dad and mom are happily reunited there. Your friends are here and care about you, so please take care of each other.

May God comfort you both,

Sheryl and Mel

Jacqueline Johns

December 3, 2002

Dear Sue, Michael and Parker:

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely, Jacqueline

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