Ernest William Parker

Dear Bev,
We are sorry to hear about Bill's death in Oct. Both of you treated my wife Dee and I as family during our stay in Seattle. Never have we met such kind hearted and generous people. We will never forget our Montana visit together. Too many other great memories too share. Bill was a great bridge player, weak 2's was his preference.
You were wonderful neighbors. We will keep both of you in our prayers.
Bill was a great soul; a very special person.

I have worked for one of Bill's former clients for over 33 years. In 1987, when Bill was the partner in charge of Coopers & Lybrand's audit of our company, I asked him if he would recommend a financial advisor. He took me to lunch, and after I showed him my budget and investments, he told me that I didn't need to hire a financial advisor and that instead I should subscribe to Money Magazine and do it myself. I followed his advice and now am about to retire with financial security. I will...

Dear Bev and family,
We were away when Bill passed and I was so sorry to hear upon our return. We never actively practiced together but I always admired his leadership and equally important, his sense of humor. It was as if he never heard of a "bad day." Always cheerful, always upbeat and so well liked. He will be sorely missed and I know how keenly his loss will be felt by the family. I guess, in a way, that's as it should be. He was a great person and left a great hole in our...

YITB Emerald City Phi Delt Alumni
Lee A Miller

YITB Emerald City Phi Delt Almni Club
Lee A Miller

Dear Bev, Christie and Family,
You have my deepest sympathy and condolences at this difficult time of Bill's passing. Bill impressed me as a tremendous force of nature replete with understanding, kindness, compassion and, of course, love for his family especially, but he had enough left over for friends, colleagues and anyone fortunate enough to share his life. I will always be grateful for his role modeling and guidance with my career endeavors. There is no doubt that he will be sorely...

BEV&Family: My heart goes out to you in your loss. All those who knew Bill have lost a truly wonderful person. My dealings with Bill (& then Bev) originated at the bridge table at the Rainier Club but grew to extend far beyond cards as we discussed life; Travel (What an adventuresome Duo! ); theology& Faith; kids& grandkids; baseball; politics; good jokes and recently life at Skyline. After over 25 years of interaction I feel blessed to have known Bill as a true friend and model of Christian...

Dear Bev and family, My deepest sympathy and condolences to you. I have missed seeing you the past three years. So glad that I was able to get to know you and Bill, such a distinguished, warm person. Love, Ellie