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1928
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2022
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Chester Parker Obituary
Funeral scheduled in late May.
We are the proud sons of Chet and Carmella Parker. Born in 1928, the 11 of 17 children, of Archibald and Hazel (nee Weaver) Parker in Syracuse. Dad was a child of the depression and a proud Veteran. Enlisted in the Army Air Corps in WWII, and served again in the Korean War. He was a dedicated, lifelong member and Post Commander of the American Legion and the VFW.
He met Mom, Carm Pitzeruse, on a blind date at Christmas and married July 3, 1954. They had three sons, Reg, Ronald and Charles. Ronnie died in infancy.
Dad worked at Sylvania in Seneca Falls for 35 years, put us through college, and was proud we started our professional careers at Sylvania. Dad was a plumber, always helping people and asking little in return. We sometimes felt his generosity taken advantage of, but he always said "…It's OK". He loved country music and he and Mom liked to travel. A family tradition was always the competition of who would get the largest deer.
After Christmas, Dad always tackled large and complex puzzles. He was good-natured, kind and with the huge Parker clan, there was always a family event to attend. He loved playing "pitch" with them and he always had some 'project' to keep him occupied on the farm.
Mom predeceased Dad in 2013 and it was very difficult for him. Faithful tuxedo cat, Trigger, was a lifesaving companion. Reg and Diane (Martens) Parker of Ahwatukee, Ariz. survive him; Chuck Parker and Michele Shannon of Phelps; granddaughter, Katelyn Parker Bulkley and Jack with sons, Wyatt and Colton; grandson, Kirt Parker and Carrie Barnes with daughters, Mila and Isabella of Clifton Springs.
Of his siblings, Irene Korthas (Liverpool) and Mary Prosser (Weedsport) remain. There are over 200 nieces, nephews and related kin across four generations. The tears shed by friends alone have raised the Clyde and Seneca Rivers. He was a communicant of St. John's in Clyde.
Wait for us Dad, by that big tree at the edge of the cattails. Together, we will get that 12 pointer and Mom will have the coffee ready. We love you…. Reg and Chuck. Vichnaya Pamyat.
Arrangements by Pusateri-Canolesio Funeral Home, Clyde
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raydawn wunder
April 22, 2023
hes really miss god bless you and family
Clifford Isgar and family
May 19, 2022
Reggie and Charles we are our very sorry for your dad, please accept our sympathy and please let the rest of family. Jamie (my son ) had let us know about his death, again your in our hearts always.
Bill Wade, Jax, FL
May 4, 2022
To The family...I will pray for your dad and mom and brother Ron, that their souls are together in the Heaven we pray for and believe in. I worked with your mom at Parker and am a proud life member of the VFW in Clyde. I understand your proud eternal love for one another and will keep my memories close to my heart. Trust God.
Skip & Bonnie Houghtling
May 3, 2022
I've known my dear friend and college fraternity brother Reg for over 45 years. I've had the pleasure to meet his dear wife Diane, his brother, and both his parents. They were/are a great and tight family with terrific values. For those of you who know the family, you can tell that Reg got his core values from his parents, and that he lives by what was instilled in him every day. He, and I'm sure his brother Chuck, are living legacies of their wonderful father. May Mr. Parker rest in peace, knowing what a terrific "job" he did as a husband, father, and kind human being.
Pat Bulkley
April 30, 2022
Sincere condolences to the Parker family.
Although I only knew him for a relatively short time, I truly enjoyed the conversations I had with him when he visited PA. He will be missed.
ray dawn wunder
April 30, 2022
chet was a womderfull guy he would doany thing foryou will miss him alot god bless your family stay well andsave your in our prys
D.Colasurdo
April 29, 2022
I remember your parents as my parents visited them out to their house. Your Dad and I shared our Birthday's together. Mine and his were a day apart however I took them out some of the cream puffs we had for mine with them. Both were very gracious and thoughtful. Now they are once again together.
Tom & Linda (DeLabbio) Craig
April 29, 2022
Deepest Condolences on the passing of your wonderful Father. He and your Mother were life long friends of my Mom & Dad, Tom & Mary DeLabbio.
We visited often and your Dad gave the best hugs. I had been calling him for a long while, but he never answered his phones. He was such a special friend who always had great stories to share.
Your Mom baked the best pies I had ever eaten.
God Bless you all during this difficult time. With All our Love and Prayers Linda & Tom
Joe Colella
April 28, 2022
Thank you for your service.
Brenda Buttaccio Lawson
April 28, 2022
I remember your folks as warm, friendly people when I waited on them at the grocery store and pharmacies in Clyde. Always a kind word and a smile. My sympathies to you Reggie and Chuck and your families. Best, Brenda Lawson (CS Class of 75)
Dennis M Fischette
April 28, 2022
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. He was a wonderful man you can be proud of. You all are in my prayers.
Barbara Hopkins
April 27, 2022
I didn't know your dad, and I don't know you, but the obituary you wrote for him is wonderful. It is honest and heartfelt and I felt as I read it what a lovely man he must have been, and what a truly great childhood you must have had with both your parents. My heartfelt condolences to you both. Barb Hopkins
Charlie Uplinger
April 27, 2022
Condolences to the Parker family. I worked with Chet for years at Sylvania. Always a good friend and he certainly will be missed by many.
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