Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Annie PARKER Obituary
PARKER, Annie Mae (Mathis)
Annie Mae (Mathis) Parker, affectionately known by many as "Nana", 83, of Bloomfield, CT, departed this life, peacefully, with her children by her side, on October 10, 2013. She was born in Montgomery, AL, on May 6, 1930. Annie was a dedicated member of Mt. Olive Church Ministries, where she was a member of the Flower Club, and the Women's Club. Annie loved the Lord, and had no problem expressing her love for Him, to everyone that she knew and met. She was generous, and selfless. Her selflessness made everyone her family. She leaves to cherish her memories her loving children, Claudette Mathis-Clemons of Manchester, CT, Walter Parker, and his wife Lecia, of Hartford, CT, Edward Parker, and his wife Kate, of Middletown, CT, Anthony Parker of New York, NY, Debra Parker of Ellington, CT, Florence Eyvonne Parker-Bair, Esq., and her husband Ronald Bair, of Newington, CT; brother, Robert Mathis, and his wife Delores, of New Britain, CT; sister, Willie Mae Mathis-Farquharson, of Bloomfield, CT; 26 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and a host of other relatives and friends. Besides her parents Willie Mathis and Annie Rookwood, she was also predeceased by brothers, Howard Mathis and Reuben Mathis, and her sons, Warren Parker and Jerone Parker.
A celebration of her life will take place, Thursday, October 17, 2013, at 12 p.m. at Mt. Olive Church Ministries, 20 Battles St., Hartford, CT., with calling hours 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Interment will be in Mt. View Cemetery, 26 Mountain Avenue Bloomfield, CT. Services entrusted to Howard K. Hill Funeral Services, 319 Barbour Street Hartford, CT. To leave a message of comfort to the Parker family please visit, www.hkhfuneralservices.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Annie PARKER
Gayle Allen
October 10, 2019
You are not forgotten. You are loved eternally.
Barbara Gilbert
February 25, 2014
I offer my heartfelt sympathies to the Mathis/Parker family for the loss of your dear mother. Having met her only twice, I can attest to her warm and welcoming nature. Eyvonne, I know how you and your siblings must be feeling and want to apologize for missing the services as I was unaware of your loss. I know you and all your family members have received comfort in the knowledge that your mother is home in spirit.
Toni Jones
November 5, 2013
The legacy that Mrs.Parker has left is filled with compassion, truth, understanding , wisdom , long suffering , and most of all Love! We will never forget her.
Back in the day when I arrived every Tuesday to tutor Deborah
little did I know I was getting tutored and I thanked Mrs. Parker for the life lessons I nevered missed a Tuesday...her cooking and advise kept me coming I thank her for teaching me how to properly clean a house and I would be remiss if I didn't mention that she taught me how to bake the famous "BLUE RIBBON CAKE" She was truly a Ma-Sistah to me.She will always remain in my heart,
Forever grateful to the Parker & Mathis family for sharing her... another one of her wonderful traits . May our Lord and Savior cover each one of you with His abundant Love and heart healing power during times like this. I pray for your strength,Earth has no sorrow .., that Heaven can not heal.
Rhonda (Holt) Little
October 24, 2013
Deborah and the rest of my brothers and sisters of the Parker family. Words cannot express the love that your mother has always had for me. She would always say that she was my second mother and that she was. I remember the amount of time I spent with all of you growing up. Your mother was the one person my mother trusted me with. Annie and Beatrice, they were sisters until the end. Now they are together again in His glory. May God send comfort to all of you. I have just lost my other mother.
God Bless You and Keep You.
Your sister from another mother.
October 21, 2013
To the Parker Family,
I am so very saddened to hear of Ms Parker passing, I knew all of you, we lived on the first floor and the Parker's lived on the second floor (Magnolia Street). Ms Parker and my mom became good friends, I can hear her voice so well, calling my mom Ms Scott. Deborah and I became good friends too. Ms Parker door was always open to everyone. She was a very sweet person. I am so sorry I could not attend.
With my deepest Sympathy
Patsy (Scott) Williams
Tamyra Whitehead
October 19, 2013
To the Parker family one & all: I was asleep when my sister called me last last night to tell me of Mrs. Parker's passing. I woke up this morning remembering when we were younger (Tony & Evyonne). What pleasant memories I have of your family. Please accept my sincere & heartfelt condolences for the loss of your mother. I know that feeling well. But I have not doubt each of you have an abundance of memories you'll be able to recall to keep her alive in your hearts & minds. May "GOD" continue to give you strength & courage to get thru this difficult time.
October 18, 2013
to the whole parker family, we were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. our heartfelt condolences to one and all. I will always have fond memories of miss parker (ma). sincerely and with love, Anthony little and family
Carmen Acevedo
October 17, 2013
To the Parker family, My prayers are with you all. May the Lord fill your heart with peace. I am sorry for your lost. Blessings.
Angela Mein Davis & family
October 17, 2013
You lost your dear mom
This is true
God brought her to Heaven
Where she will wait for you
Dry your eyes no tears allowed
Rejoice that your mother is with God above
I will remember her with delight, that she was gentle and kind
She will be with you always in yours hearts and your minds
Sleep now Mrs. Parker
The time has come
To guide your children from Heaven above
Forever, my LOVE
May God bless and keep all of you always
Adele Booker Williams
October 17, 2013
To the Parker family - my prayers and condolences go out to you.
The Anderson Family
October 17, 2013
With deepest sympathy to the Parker family. We are so sorry to hear about your loss, we pray for your strength and peace. God bless you.
THE WATERMAN FAMILY
October 17, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Bonnie Napper Anderson &Thomas Anderson Pete Oliver West Palm Beach
October 17, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Matos Family
October 17, 2013
To the Parker Family our prayers and condolences go out to you with lots of love.
October 17, 2013
To Debra & Family:
My prayers goes out to you & your family in this difficult time. May God bless you all.
Paula Terry & Family
Anitress Johnson
October 17, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Arlene Canty
October 17, 2013
To the Parker and Mathis Families,
We send you all our heartfelt sympathy in a time like this. you are in our prayers. God bless you all. Love the Canty Family.
Crt Energy
October 17, 2013
To Walter Parker and family:
Keeping you in our prayers and in our hearts. He will see you through this trying time. May God continue to comfort you with His blessings.
Gayle Allen
October 17, 2013
Okay I was wrong on that street name, I haven't been to Hartford in over 30 years. I'm sorry Ms. Parker, I meant to say Magnolia street. Forgive and ole lady please.
Deacon Earle and Rose Greene
October 17, 2013
To the Parker Family, it would take all day to go down memorie lane of the times we shared together, so I'll just say God has her now and she is with her heavenly family.
Gayle Allen
October 16, 2013
To the Parker Family and my Son, Walter Allen,
I am so very sorry to hear about Ms. Parker's passing. I have fond memories of Ms. Parker, I love her very much. Though I haven't seen her in a very long time, I will still miss her and will always love her dearly. I will never ever forget the fun times on Mather St, the most important years of my life. God Bless you Annie Mae.
To my son Walter, I am so sorry for the loss of your grandmother, I know how much you love her.
To the Parker family; I know you all will miss her. I think of you all all the time though I am very far away.
I will never ever for get her.
Stanley L Collins
October 16, 2013
To the Mathis -Parker Family You have our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your loved one. Prayers are going up!!
alfreda gaither
October 16, 2013
To the Parker family:
I was shocked to read today's Hartford Courant and see a familiar face in the obituary section. I had not heard that Mrs. Parker had passed so soon after her brother's passing on October 8. Your family will be in our prayers for your strength and comfort in knowing that your mother loved you until the end.
I remember the many long talks Mrs. Parker and I had when Eyvonne and I were in law school. She experienced all of the highs and lows with us--the long days and nights of classes and exams and papers, the personal challenges Eyvonne and I endured during law school, the excitement of graduation and the arduous journey of studying for the bar exam together. Mrs. Parker was right there with us the entire four plus years. I remember how much she prayed for us, encouraged us, cooked for us, supported us and generously shared her time and wisdom with us.
After I got "too busy" and didn't call or visit her like I should have, she always told me that she understood. That is how she was. She was a complex woman of God, a woman of faith and unconditional love.
The Gaither family's lives were enriched by having known "Annie Mae" and having been a part of the extended Parker family.
I am sure that God is now saying, "well done, well done, thy good and faithful servant, well done."
Annie Mae, you have earned your rest!
tracey keel
October 16, 2013
Mathis & Parker Family
You are in our thoughts and prayers. God will comfort you and give you peace.
Fannie Matherson (Ducy)
Tracey Keel
Sandra Terry
October 16, 2013
I was very sadened to hear of Nana's passing. I am so fortunate to have known Nana and had the pleasure of having my one to one conversations with her she would always say baby you gotta live your life you hear me, and till this day I have always remembered those words of encouragement. Nana I love u, you are now 1 more angel I have on my list. My condolences to the whole family I love you guys stay strong. With deepest Sympathy Sandie and the boys Darren, Tyler and Brennan her grands.
October 16, 2013
Our deepest symppathy go out to u and your family kim jackson and marilyn roberts
Linda Hall Dillon
October 16, 2013
To The Parker Family,
My heart goes out to all of you to lose someone so precious as a mother. My prayers are with you and thoughts when you celebrate her wonderful life. Hugs from the Heart, Linda Hall
Tasha Bobb
October 16, 2013
To Walter Parker and family my your find comfort at this time. You are in my pryaers
October 16, 2013
Claudette & family,
I am sorry for the lost of your uncle and mother. May precious memories keep them close to you always. They are both rejoicing in the arms of our heavenly father. Keeping you in my prayers. Valerie(Jones)Jennings.
CLIFFORD BATSON
October 16, 2013
FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD THAT HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON. CLIFFORD MT. OLIVE BAPTIST CHURCH MINISTRIES.
October 16, 2013
Dear Family....
I love all of you to pieces!!
I send my heartfelt ondolences and love during this time. As I sit here and grieve with you I also do so with a smile! I smile because I know that Nana is in a better place and resting peacefully. I smile because of all the wonderful memories I have with Nana and you the family. I smile because Nana and all of you welcomed ME with open and loving arms. I was only 2 years old...Daddy Jerone was the only dad I ever knew and I always felt very much loved and a part of the family since I could remember...So again I smile because Nana always told me she loves me too! I smile because she had such a big heart open arms and an open door! I smile because she always smiled!
May we all find peace in all the wonderful memories we have and cherish all the moments we had with Nana!
Love always,
Keisha
October 16, 2013
Our Deepest Sympathy to you Walter, Leceia, Cherrod and Parker Family. God Bless You all. R.I.P. Mrs. Parker.
Judy Payne & Family
October 16, 2013
To My Extended Family, May the peace of
God keep you day by day. He will never leave you or forsake you. We loved her but God loved her best. May she rest in peace.
Lorraine Sullivan
October 16, 2013
Dear Claudette & Mathis Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family for the passing of Your Mom. God bless you and your family.
Donnie Williams
October 16, 2013
Debra, My prayers to you and the family, I'll always remember mother Parker for the love she gave me. Deb Vine St was our home.
Claudette Mathis-Clemons
October 16, 2013
Rest in peace my dear Mother, for I know God has given you a permanent home in heaven. No more tears, no more pain, just peace. So rest, and some day I will see you again. Your daughter Claudette
Lois Ross
October 16, 2013
Our condolences to the Parker family, May she continue to peacefully rest in God's arms.
Showing 1 - 39 of 39 results
Make a Donation
in Annie PARKER's name
Memorial Events
for Annie PARKER
Funeral services provided by:
Howard K. Hill Funeral Services - New Haven1287 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511
How to support Annie's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Annie PARKER's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
