ALBERT PARKER

Albert Rowland Parker "Papa" Albert, known only as Jack, of Puyallup, Washington, died on November 9, 2014. He was born in Peggs, OK, then grew up in Ozark, AR. In Ozark he married Betty Taff. Jack worked on the pipeline and later became co-owner of Pipeline Construction. In Puyallup, he and Betty raised their six children. Jack loved time with his family, camping, fishing, hunting and family. Jack was known as Papa by grand-children and great-grand-children. He adored them and made them feel special. Papa was kind, generous, loving, and had a warmth he gave to everyone. He served 3 years in the army and WWII where he earned several medals. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 61 years Betty, daughter Jackie Cole, daughter in law Laurie Parker, grandson Bobby Parker. He is survived by his sons Tom, Ray, Terry, Roger, Jeff; their wives Judy, Becky, Kathy, grandchildren Kevin, Scott, Paul, Cameron, Carlye, Tabitha, Rick, Kandy, Robb Jr, Eric, Ryan, great-grand-children Peyton, Amanda, Leland, Hailey, Ethan, Scott, Katharina, and family members LeeAnn and Dawn. Memorial service: Puyallup Eagles, 202 5th St NW on Wednesday, December 10th at 12:00pm. Papa always said: "Is there anything I can do for you".He will be in our hearts forever