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Henry Samuel Parker

Henry Parker Obituary

KINSTON | It is with sadness in our hearts and tears in our eyes that we announce the passing of Henry Samuel Parker. Henry was born on December 12, 1957, the son of Dr. and Mrs. Samuel Parker, Jr. He attended the Kinston City Schools, where he was active in many sports and earned his K letter for his jacket, of which he was very proud. His junior year in high school was spent at St Christopher's School in Richmond, VA. Henry was married to Cecelia Bynum on June 10, 1979, and they had two beautiful daughters, Donna Lynn Parker and Samantha Michelle Parker. He loved his daughters very much and was very proud of the goals they reached and all success they achieved. He was looking forward to Donna's wedding in October. Henry worked with Edwards Funeral Home, Burkett Dental Lab, his own carpet cleaning business and King's Restaurant. In his short years of semi-retirement, he enjoyed driving senior citizens to appointments both in and out of town. Henry never met a person he did not like. He could "carry on a conversation with a lamp post." He loved cooking, especially barbequing pigs. He was a member of First Presbyterian Church and for a term served as an elder. He was a loyal member and truly loved his church, as he stated often that he had to go to Sunday service to keep his life in balance. In addition to his daughters, Mr. Parker is survived by his mother, Frances Carr Parker and two sisters, Nancy Lucinda Parker and France "Honey" Parker Marlowe. He was preceded in death by his father, Dr. Samuel Parker, and a sister Holly Eleanor Parker. A celebration of his life and Witness to the Resurrection will be held Wednesday, July 6, 2 PM at the First Presbyterian Church Chapel (enter off Darby Street). In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials made to First Presbyterian Church, 2101 N. Herritage St., Kinston NC 28501-2221, Children's Home Society of N.C. or Kinston-Lenoir County SPCA. The family will receive friends following the service and at the home 1202 Harding Ave. Kinston. Arrangements are with Edwards Funeral Home. Sign the guest book at Kinston.com.

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Published by Free Press on Jul. 5, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Henry Parker

17 Entries

LINDA JONES HOLDEN

July 14, 2016

SO SORRY TO HEAR HENRY HAS PASSED AWAY. I WENT TO SCHOOL WITH HENRY AND ALWAYS ENJOYED HIS COMPANY. ALWAYS HAD ALOT OF RESPECT FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU.

July 12, 2016

Henry and I meet at Fairfield Rec in the spring of 1969. We together friends for many years. I have not seen him since his father passed. Rest in Peace brother

Candis LaPrade

July 10, 2016

I am so sorry to hear this news.

Rev Margaret Wood Hodges

July 10, 2016

So saddened to learn about Henry. Such fond memories from childhood . May God's peace that passes all understanding be with each of you.
Margaret Wood Hodges

Susie Sanderson Jarman

July 9, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Henry's passing. My heart goes out to you all. I grew up with Henry, Honey and Holly. Henry was a kind person who loved his family immensely. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

LINDA TAYLOR

July 7, 2016

SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. I KNOW YALL WILL MISS HIM VERY MUCH. MAY GOD
BE WITH YOU MRS PARKER & FAMILY.

July 7, 2016

Sweet från and family, i am so sad o hear about Henry's passing and just wish I lived closer so I could give you all a hug. thinking about you. I know he was a comfort to you and helped you so much, Much love, Janny b

Paula Jewelle Baker

July 7, 2016

My heart goes out to you Fran, Donna, Samantha and Cecelia ... and all who love Henry. We grew up together and shared so many great times. I will miss that sweet smile and twinkle in his eyes. Rest in paradise sweet Henry, you will be missed.

Pamela Taylor Wheeler

July 7, 2016

I had many conversations over the years with Henry and he had such a kind loving spirit. His smile and kind words will surely be missed by many. May God hold all of his family and friends in his loving arms and soothe the pain of this loss. God Speed Henry.

Nancy Zorbaugh

July 6, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with the family Nancy Zorbaugh and daughters

Jessica. Dunn

July 5, 2016

Sorry to here about Henry, I worked with him at LMH when we in high school. He was a special person. Pray for the family to find comfort In the days to come.

Ginger Taylor

July 5, 2016

So very sorry for the loss of Henry. He was indeed a very likable friendly man who never met a stranger. He was a special neighbor and friend when we moved next door to him and Cee and Donna in 1988. We enjoyed cookouts and just general good neighbor times for several years...including the birth of his second daughter Samantha. My thoughts and love go out to the entire family.

Deborah Hill

July 5, 2016

I am so sorry to learn of Henry's passing away - my heart goes out to each member of his family. Henry was a classmate of mine at KHS and such a friendly soul.
May the grace of God comfort you now and in the days ahead.

Jay Hood

July 5, 2016

"Chick" unique and special in memories of home.

Huw and Rachel Christopher

July 5, 2016

We were so sorry to hear of Henry's death. We wanted to assure you of our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May God comfort and strengthen all of you.

Huw and Rachel

Mariane Franks

July 5, 2016

Sometimes there are just no words to convey feelings. Please know that each of you in the Parker Family are in my thoughts and prayers. Remember God is there, in the midst. Prayers for strength, LOVE and peace, all days going forward. May your memories bring you comfort.

Mary Ann Croom

July 5, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May your memories bring you peace and comfort.

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