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Frances Parker Obituary
Cordova, TN
Age 55, passed away May 25, 2017. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC on December 16, 1961 and grew up in High Point, NC. She attended High Point Central High School and then UNC-Chapel Hill where she received her M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology. She moved to Memphis with her family in 1992.
In her professional career, she worked as a speech-pathologist for several organizations in the Memphis area, primarily focusing on helping children and adults with special needs. She was a tireless advocate for the patients she served and the disadvantaged.
Although the last few weeks had been difficult for her, we take comfort in the wonderful life that we shared with her and how she touched so many friends and family with her gentle kindness. She was a devoted wife, mother, and friend to us all. Among the many things she enjoyed were cheering for the UNC Tar Heels and Memphis Grizzlies basketball teams, scuba diving, traveling, and her family. We had many great adventures with her that will live forever in our memory.
Frances is survived by her husband of 33 years, Robert "Robbie" B. Parker; son, Michael S. Parker, and daughter, Sara E. Parker, all of Memphis, TN; and her parents, Henry and Marjorie Jennings. She was predeceased by her brother, Steven Jennings.
Visitation with the family will be on Thursday June 1 from 6-8 p.m. and memorial service at 10 a.m. on Friday June 1, all at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38119. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials in her honor be made to one of the following organizations: Dive Pirates (https://divepirates.org), Fugees Family (http://www.fugeesfamily.org), or SRVS Shelby Residential and Support Services (http://www.srvs.org).
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Memories and Condolences
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Elizabeth Camilli
June 25, 2017
Frances was a wonderful friend to many of us at Chapel Hill. I remember her enthusiasm, sense of humor and her willingness to always join in when we wanted to have fun. I sure do miss you Frances, AKA "Francois."
Katie Suda
June 6, 2017
Robbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts, Katie Suda
John Rose
June 3, 2017
Robbie, Michael and Sara - please know that our thoughts are with you during this incredibly hard time. John and Beth Rose
David Weber
June 2, 2017
Please accept my condolences on the passing of dear Frances. Her skill and expertise were only exceeded by her kindness and joy of life. She loved her family and bragged about them often. It was an honor to work with her in a professional capacity and I will miss her advice and wisdom.
I wish you speedy healing as you mourn her death and spiritual growth as you honor her life and memory.
David J Weber M.D.
Love of Diving
Chauncey Miller
June 2, 2017
My condolences go out to the family of Frances J. Parker. Your grief is felt by all that knew her.
Just as a scuba diver's goal is to become neutrally buoyant to become as one with the waters.
So did Frances in her life become one with the spirit of life, and with that has spread joy from day to day.
I will me miss her quiet nature and soft smile.
I'm certain that her spirit flows throughout the city of Memphis and abroad via all the lives that she has touched.
The gospel according to Chauncey.
Jeanna Mills
June 1, 2017
I was so sorry to hear about my dear friend's passing. Frances was an amazing person and will be dearly missed. In her area of work she was deemed one of, if not the best. Her compassion and determination for her individuals was unsurpassed. I am so proud to have known her for all the years I did. My prayers are with her family.
Sarah Spinler
June 1, 2017
Robbie so sorry to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time. Prayers to you and your family. Sarah Spinler
Janet Beasley
June 1, 2017
Marjorie and Henry,
I was devastated to hear of Frances's passing. I am so sorry there are simply no words to say.My thoughts and prayers are with you and Robbie and children. I will keep you in my heart.
Janet and Donald Beasley
Rolana Bourland
June 1, 2017
Robbie, I am very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you and your family.
Iris
May 31, 2017
Robbie, my sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time of loss. I am deeply sorry for the loss of your wife and children's mother. Many prayers are offered in behalf of your family. May God be a refuge for you. Psalm 46:1
David Hamilton
May 31, 2017
Robbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time.
I will miss you my friend.
Cheryl Smith
May 31, 2017
Oh my gosh the video tells a story. Frances lived a full life in the short time she was with us on this earth! She will be missed, I know I will miss her! She will be forever remembered in our memories! Until we meet again Frances. Love to the family!!
"To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die." - Thomas Campbell
Jane Barrineau
May 31, 2017
I knew Frances in High School and she always had a smile. I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers to your family.
The Jaslow Family
May 31, 2017
Dear Robbie, Michael, and Sara, we are all greatly sorry to hear of Frances' passing. We was a wonderful woman who was very kind and compassionate, who always had a smile, and who brought joy to all around her. Please accept our deepest sympathies for your loss.
Kim Crawford
May 31, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Robbie, Michael and Sarah she loved you all very much. Memories of all of your great times together will always be with you. I will miss Frances. She and I have worked together for over five years. We rode back and forth to Trenton together and had long talks during our three hours in the car each day. I will miss those times and conversations. She was not just a coworker but a dear friend.
Ashton and Casey Collins
May 31, 2017
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are constantly in our prayers for comfort and peace. Although we will not be physically, know our hearts are with you.
Pat and Jill McCollam
May 30, 2017
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family.
Mark & Susan Wright
May 30, 2017
Mr. and Mrs. Jennings, Robbie, Michael, Sara:
Susan and I offer our prayers for Grace and Guidance from our Lord Jesus in your time of separation from Frances. May His Peace be made evident by His Spirit in the presence of family and friends and by their words of comfort and acts of love. God's Word reminds us of His help, Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Karen and John Mueller
May 30, 2017
We are so terribly saddened to hear of Frances passing. She was such a kind, caring, genuine and upbeat person. We extend our deepest sympathies to all of you, Robbie, Michael and Sara and to her parents and extended family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
May 30, 2017
Robbie, Michael, and Sara
We are stunned by your loss. Frances was a loving wife, mother, and friend. We have many happy memories from our time as neighbors and friends. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pam Belk
Ross and Lyle Stewart
Bill and Tracy Hohman and Family
May 30, 2017
Even though we are not there with you in body, we are there in spirit and heart as you face this difficult time. We are sending frequent prayers for peace and strength. Despite your pain, know that heaven is a much brighter place having welcomed another precious angel.
Ed and Sue Tracy
May 29, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that the Jennings and Parker families are in our prayers. ❤
Mardi Smith
May 27, 2017
Robbie, Michael, and Sara,
We are stunned. And very saddened by this loss. Our hearts go out to you all.
Alan, Mardi, and Jordan Smith
May 27, 2017
Our Hearts are broken for the Jennings family. You are in our thoughts ....Jim and Betty Neely, High Point, NC
Cory Watson
May 27, 2017
I will continue to keep your family in my prayers.
Paul Klosterman
May 26, 2017
So sorry about the passing of my former classmate from IHM, BMMHS, and UNC. May Our Risen Lord Savior Jesus Christ always remain with Frances, her family, her friends, and everyone who loved her, especially during this time of mourning.
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