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William Parker Obituary
DANVILLE, Va. - Mr. William Henry Parker Jr., age 95, of 111 Lady Astor Street, died Friday, September 9, 2005 at Roman Eagle Memorial Home.Mr. Parker was born on August 15, 1910, a son of the late Lillie Cooksey Parker and William Henry Parker.
He was predeceased by his parents and a sister, Frances Parker Brown.
Mr. Parker is survived by his wife of 57 years, Peyton Handy Parker; a daughter, Margaret Peyton Parker of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla.; a son, William Laurens "Larry" Parker of Richmond, Va.; and a nephew, J. Howe Brown Jr. of Fairfax, Va.
Mr. Parker graduated from the College of William and Mary and the University of Virginia School of Law.
He practiced law in Danville from the late 30's until retirement in 1990, except for the war years. He served in the Army Air Force at Morris Field, Charlotte and the Wright-Patterson Air Force Center in Dayton, Ohio.
Mr. Parker was associated with Mr. and Mrs. Hugh Williams. At age 80 he retired from the firm of Warren, Parker, Williams, Stilwell, and Morrison.
He was president of the Danville Bar Association, member of Kiwanis, president of the Danville Golf Club and an avid golfer.
Mr. Parker was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church, where he was a Sunday school teacher, a member of the board of deacons, and a trustee of the church.
He served as legal counsel for Averett College while on the Board of Trustees.
A memorial service will be conducted on Monday, September 12 at 12:00 noon at First Baptist Church by the Rev. Dr. Thomas A. Jackson. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorials to First Baptist Church, 871 Main Street, Danville, VA 24541 or Relief for Hurricane Victims.
Townes Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and the family will be at the residence, 111 Lady Astor Street.
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Lucie Warren Wolfe
September 17, 2005
I can't remember a time that I did not know and love Mr. Parker. He and my father worked together as long as I can remember so he was like a part of my family. I always knew that if I had a problem and I could not go to Dad I could go to Mr. Paker. My love and prayers go with him and and his family.
Nancy Besenfelder
September 12, 2005
Mrs. Parker, Larry and Margaret - My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the future. I remember Mr. Parker as a wonderful man at First Baptist back in the day. I hope all good memories will comfort you now.
Nancy Hines Besenfelder
sue wyatt holmes
September 12, 2005
Larry, You and your sister and your mother will be in my thoughts and prayers. I wish I lived closer so I could attend the services for your father. Fondly, Sue Wyatt Holmes
Lucy Haynes
September 12, 2005
I remember Mr. Parker when I worked for Sam Kushner, Sr. and our office was on the same floor. I remember Mr. Kushner's nickname for him was "Puny Parker". Mr. Parker was such a handsome and distinguished looking man and was always a true gentleman.
Cynthia Guill
September 12, 2005
On behalf of Tony Guill and myself, we wish to extend our deepest sympathy in the death of Billy Parker. We both have known him over the years to be one of the nicest people...he was a true gentleman and we both were so blessed to have known him.
Pat martin
September 12, 2005
It was my pleasure and honor to have Mr. ( and Mrs. Parker) in my check out line for so many years, starting out in Colonial Stores, A & P , Old Dutch and Kroger. They always alot of class and grace and alot of patience plus winning smiles. My very best wishes to Mrs. Parker...Sincerely, Pat Martin
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