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Parker Stockford Obituary

Parker Davis Stockford, 81, of South Windsor, beloved husband of Lynda (Gordon) Stockford died peacefully on Saturday January 22, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. Parker was born in Lewiston, Maine on January 28, 1940, son of the late Russell and Leslie (Parker) Stockford. He grew up in Winthrop, Maine and was a graduate of the University of Maine and would later earn a master's degree from Central Connecticut State University. Parker taught math at Rockville High School for over 30 years and retired at age 59. He was a passionate Red Sox fan, something he shared with his family and friends. He loved to play tennis. Along with his wife of over 24 years, Lynda, he leaves his brother, Bruce Stockford and his wife Valerie of Rock Hill, SC; his sister-in-law, Patricia Stockford of Springfield, MO; his stepchildren, Rhonda Tremblay of Manchester, and Ryan Woodcock of Colchester; his grandchildren, Julia Tremblay, Katelyn Tremblay, Dylan Woodcock, and Cody Woodcock; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son, Shawn Stockford, and his brother, Keith Stockford. A private burial will take place at East Cemetery in Manchester with Military Honors. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Jimmy Fund and/or any military organization of the donor's choice. Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home has care of the arrangements. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com

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Published by Hartford Courant on Feb. 1, 2022.

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ROBERT DOYLE

January 28, 2024

HAPPY BIRTHDAY,,PARKER 28,,,,,MINE WAS 26

Mitch Bayerowski

April 25, 2022

Section 24, seats 15 and 16 at Fenway, so, so many memories, long talks about the Red Sox and life. There was never a truer fan and friend. My condolences to Lynda and family, rest in peace dear friend.

Jane Sylvester Kemmerer

February 4, 2022

Parker was my eldest cousin...although he was12 yrs older, I remember him with happy memories. He was sweet, funny, smart and he always treated my sibs and me with attention and respect.

Noreen& Jeff Long

February 4, 2022

Our condolences to the entire family
Noreen & Jeff Long

Robert and Rita Bilevich

February 4, 2022

A class mate that will be missed RIP

Gerry Frost

February 2, 2022

My deepest condolences to the family, I knew the Stockford family from growing up on royal street in Winthrop maine, we were also in the same class, I spent many hours at the Stockford home, I especially remember when my brother and his brother Bruce spent many hours playing board games, I also remember Keith, his mother and father,

Robert Doyle

February 1, 2022

Very sorry to hear about parker,,we started school together,and finished together,,he was a great guy,,my birthday was 26,,,his was 28

Richard J Drapeau

February 1, 2022

Brenda and I are so sorry to hear of your loss Linda, may Parker RIP, May God be with you in this difficult time, prayers are being sent for you and your family. Dick and Brenda

Ann & Bob

February 1, 2022

Our thoughts are with you
All at this time, we´re sure
Parker is singing with the angels! Our love and sympathy to all.
Ann & Bob

Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home

February 1, 2022

Our sincere sympathies for your loss.

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