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HARROGATE, Tenn. — John Allen Parker, age 49, Harrogate, TN, passed away Tuesday, February 23, 2016 at his home with his close friends. He was born September 26, 1966 in Middlesboro, KY, the son of the late Tom Whitaker and Donna Whitaker. John Allen was a very loving person. He worked for the town of Cumberland Gap for several years until he became sick. Although he was sick the people of Cumberland Gap knew they could depend on him to help with anything that was needed. He enjoyed helping people and that's what kept him fighting his battle.
He is survived by his three sisters, Scarlette Whitaker, Sylvia "Buffy" (Mike) Nelson, Susan Whitaker; nephew, Jonathan Whitaker; niece, Whitney Whitaker; aunts, Pat (Paul) Snyder and Brenda Collette; special friends, Jim Mills, Michelle Iovine; and a host of cousins and friends. The family would like to thank everyone that helped John Allen during the time that he was sick.
Memorial service is 6 p.m., Sunday, February 28, 2016 at First Baptist Church in Cumberland Gap, TN.
Shumate Funeral Home is entrusted with all arrangements.
Candle Lighting and Guestbook available at www.shumatefuneralhome.com
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Douglas MacArthur Brooks Jr
March 1, 2016
May the Lord comfort the family during this sorrowful times. RIP John , my old pal the fight is over.
lisa berry
February 29, 2016
So glad that I met this wonderful person, I really hate that his life was taken at early age but I believe God takes special angels early and he saw John Allen as getting tired of fighting that ugly "C" battle. .R.I.P. JOHN we will miss u dearly
Lesia Miracle
February 28, 2016
Many condolences to your family. May love & peace go with you as you fly my sweet & funny friend.
Josephine lewis
February 27, 2016
Rest in Peace John Allen, prays to the family, Amen
Josephine lewis
February 27, 2016
My God Bless u John Allen as u fly away from this earth and take your path home, prayers go out to your sisters and family,I hope they can fine peace knowing u are in Gods hands AMEN, Lewis,Ryan,miller
Renee Roper
February 27, 2016
I never saw John Allen that he
was not smiling.May God bless his family and comfort them.He will be missed by many.
Cookie Long
February 26, 2016
I can remember when he was borned. Prayers for the family......RIP JOHN ALLEN
Tammy Clemons Elliott and Family
February 26, 2016
John Allen was a wonderful person and I always loved him! I pray for peace and comfort for all of you! Love you guys!
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