Photo courtesy of Roberts Funeral Services - Birmingham
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama
Jun 12, 1957 – May 15, 2020
Anthony Parker, Sr., also known as "Unc" or Whooper", was born to the late Robert and Ola Parker, Sr., in Birmingham, AL. He was the youngest of six children. Anthony grew up in the Booker Heights community. He received Christ at an early age, at Temple Gate A.M.E. Church. Anthony attended the Jefferson County Public School System, and graduated from West Jefferson High School, where he truly loved playing football, basketball and baseball. Football was by far his favorite sport, and he played the running back position. Anthony attended the University of UAB before starting a career with the United Mine Workers Association, where he began his career in the Mulga Coal Mine, and ended/retired from Jim Walter Resources Mine # 4. In 1980, he married Marilyn Buckingham and started a magnificent fatherhood of three sons: Anthony, Jr., Austin, and Amaurii. He cherished his children and was their biggest advocate. Mr. Anthony Parker, Sr., lived an extremely entertaining life, died on Friday, May 15, 2020 at the age of 62. He leaves his energetic personality to live on in the hearts of: his loving brothers, Robert Parker, Jr., of Birmingham and Ernest Parker of Columbus, OH; sisters, Paulin Cobb and Evelyn Porter both of Birmingham.; sons, Anthony, Austin and Amaurii. Viewing will be held Friday, May 22, 2020 between the hours of 4:00pm through 8:00pm. Funeral service will be held 1:00pm Saturday, May 23, 2020 at Roberts Chapel. His legacy lives on. In compliance with Alabama Law, gatherings of more than 10 are prohibited and Social Distance is required.
Read MoreI played football with Anthony enjoyed playing with him I was the quarterback he could run special person I look back and see where we were back then and where we are now I believe we are leaving this world better now than it was back then Rest In Peace
Calvin Watson
January 02, 2021 | Quinton, AL | Classmate
I can remember when I was going to Lawson and you was on me about which school I was going to transfer to. You told me to go to Auburn and I did it. You was always so proud of me when I would call you and tell you how it was going for me, and you always gave me exceptional advice. Im going to miss you unc and I appreciate you for everything you taught me.
Jeremy Parker
May 26, 2020 | Birmingham, AL | Family
We always talked about going fishing but we never made it. Just sitting listening to you tell me stories about Che was good enough for me. I will miss those talks. Love you Pops.
Ceyveon Gardner
May 24, 2020 | Family
Love you deeply and will truly miss you. ❤
Tiffany
May 22, 2020 | Friend
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Hooks Family
May 22, 2020 | Akron, OH | Family
Unk your personality was unmatched. Thank you for our long talks, your genuine encouragement, and support. I will take care of Dae like you asked me to. Until we meet again.
Arlese Biggs
May 22, 2020 | Family
Unk your personality was unmatched!! Thank you for our long talks, encouragement and support every time we saw one another. I will take care of DAE like you asked me to. Until we meet again.
Arlese Biggs
May 22, 2020 | Family
From the moment I was introduced to Mr.Parker, he welcomed Zaire and I with open arms. He always checked on us and treated Zaire as his own grandchild. He always had me laughing and was as charming as they came. Mr Parker you have impacted the lives of so many, thank you for touching, loving and accepting us into your family. We cherish you and will forever keep you in our hearts.
Shanoah King Powell
May 22, 2020 | Family
There was never a dull moment when you were around. Rest on UNC .
Chanda Parker
May 22, 2020 | Family
