Photo courtesy of Adams & Swanson Funeral Home - North Platte
North Platte, Nebraska
Oct 23, 1932 – Jul 28, 2022
Harvey Eugene Parker, age 89, passed away on July 28, 2022, at Hilltop Estates in Gothenburg, NE. He was born on October 23, 1932, in North Platte, NE, to Irvin (Red) and Fern Garnett (White) Parker.
Harvey grew up on the family farm south of North Platte with his two brothers. He attended Huebner School through eighth grade and graduated from high school at the Nebraska School of Agriculture in Curtis, NE, in April of 1949. Harvey married Marilyn Elaine Graham on June 10, 1951, in Hershey, NE. He enlisted in the Army in 1953 and served until 1955. In 1960 Harvey and his family moved to Stapleton, NE, to join his brother in a farming and ranching operation. His life changed in 1975 when he trusted Jesus Christ as his Savior. Harvey and Marilyn moved to Gothenburg in 1985 when they purchased and operated the Daylight Donut Shop. In 2000 they retired and moved back to North Platte where Harvey lived until entering the nursing home in June of 2022. Harvey was actively involved at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, for more than 20 years.
Harvey is survived by his daughter LuAnn (Kevin) Badgley of Kearney, NE. and son Matthew (Mary) Parker of Harrison, NE.; 10 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brother Norlin (Janice) Parker; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents Irvin and Garnett; in-laws Harry and Mildred Graham; wife Marilyn; brother and sister-in-law Curtis and Ruth Parker; sister-in-law Gaylin Graham; brother-in-law Gary Graham; son James; and grandson Joshua Badgley.
Memorials may be given to Harrison Bible Church Junior Rodeo Bible Camp, Harrison, NE, Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, or KJLT Radio Station in North Platte, NE. Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.
Funeral services will be held at Bethel E-Free Church in North Platte, NE, Friday, August 5, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at Fort McPherson National Cemetery at 1:00 p.m. Viewing will be from noon-7:00 p.m. with visitation with family from 5:00 -7:00 pm at Adams and Swanson Funeral Home in North Platte, NE, Thursday, August 4. Adams and Swanson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
For those who are unable to attend in person the service will be livestreamed www.adamsswanson.com.
Parker family
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Julie Tunnell
August 03, 2022 | CO | Friend
LuAnn, my heart broke for you and your family when I heard of your Dad's passing. Remember that you have the knowledge you will see him again in Heaven. Your Dad is now dancing with your Mother at the banquet of the King! Know that God has His loving arms wrapped around you and your family and is capturing all your tears. You have sweet memories of your Dad to keep your heart full.
Ruby Clark
August 03, 2022 | Chandler, AZ | Friend
LuAnn & Matthew & families. Our very sincere condolences on the passing of your wonderful Dad and our jolly Uncle Harvey! We will always remember him fondly - his smile and joyous demeanor captured the hearts of ours and many! Such a loving soul who served our Lord faithfully and touched us all! Love his picture on his obituary. That was truly Uncle Harvey! I loved visiting with him whenever we could make to North Platte - he always made us feel so welcome! It is with deep regret that Kirk...
Eileen Parker
August 02, 2022 | Wavery, NE
