Nigel Parker

I have just heard the sad news of Nigel's passing. I joined the Army a year after Nigel and he was an inspiration to us all. I recall some good times in the Rock-Climbing group and I inherited Nigel's climbing helmet. Was looking forward very much to seeing him at the re-union this year. He will be missed by all.
Don Stewart (London, UK)

I remember that a man named nigel showed up to practice one day and said that he had played rugby and would love to help coach us. The next thing i know is he had us picking up telephone poles that we used as a bench and running with them for conditioning. Nigel was a great man and a good friend to a bunch of young rugby players
Lance Abramson (Springdale, AR)

Katherine,
Although I never had the honor of meeting you personally, I played rugby for Nigel. I was on the team when he first started. He had an incredible ability to motivate in a loving and christian way. He only ever talked about three things outside of rugby with us: God, love, and family. Nigel will be greatly missed by a young generation of ruggers and I will tell stories of him to my kids some day.
Condolences,
Brenton Place
[email protected]

Dear Friend,
I just found out on Saturday about your tragic loss. I will never forget Nigel's warm charm and wit. My prayers are with you, Jake, and Libby. I know you loved him dearly. He was a genuine man.

Dear Kathryn, Jake & Libby

just found out from Aly McCluskie about the shocking news about Nige; I had the good fortune to come across him and his unique style of management when I needed a bit direction and guidance. You two had such fun in your house (especially afer you had your white wine spritzer; life was never dull).

I knew how much he loved you and the children. Our thoughts and our love is with you at this time.

He was a truly lovely man.

Richard, Gillian, Hannah and Jack Ward

Katherine,
Very sad to hear of Nigel's passing. Thinking of you and the children at this time

Sandy, Rachel & Iain Fosyth

Dear Sis. Parker & family
Your loss is heaven's gain. Bro. Nigel was a tremendous servant within the kingdom of God. He will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched.

We know that our heavenly Father will continue to comfort and console your hearts. We are praying for you.

Donna Bevels & the Georgia Clergy Fellowship

Katherine,
We were all very sad to hear about Nigel's passing. A lifelong friend and rugby playing comrade.
He was one of the most loyal people I knew and always had that lovely smile on his face. We have many happy memories of you both in the Seargents Mess. Our sincere condolences to you and your family.
Tom Frizell, Brenda and Dawn

Dearest Kathryn and family,
It has come as a massive shock to hear about Nigel.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time, although it is comforting to know that he is with the Lord, probably having a laugh with Him!
Lots of hugs.xx
Shelley (John Humphries eldest daughter Michelle)

Kathy,Jake, Libby and Janet: I was so shocked when mom called to tell me of Nigels passing. Chris really enjoyed meeting you and Nigel last 4th of July. My thoughts have been w/ you since I heard of Nigels passing.

RIP Nigel

Dear Kathy, Jake and Libby,
What a great mate he was, I had the honour to be in the same intake when we joined up. A great bloke full of beans a great big smile. I was looking forward to seeing him again at the reunion, he will be missed. we will have a toast in his honour " absent friends".
Take care of yourselves
Geoff (george) Harrington
Saltburn by the sea England UK

kathy we all lost touch when our army days were over.We had some great times at Worthy Down and Moenchengladbach.You were such a lovely family.My daughter Michelle is devistated as we all are. Nigel was a great man who was loved by many people.Our thoughts are with you. He will never be forgotten.

Kathryn
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.

Dear Kathy, Jake and Libby

We are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Nigel was a giant of a man, with an even bigger character and a heart match. He was a great friend to us and godfather to Hayley. We are left with happy memories spent with you and Nigel over many years. Our love and condolences are sent to you at this sad time.

God Bless

Dear Kathryn and family,

Myself and Julie were very shocked to hear of Nigels sudden death. You may or not remember us but we served with him at Worthy Down and you both came to our wedding there. As Bill Herlihy says he was always larger than life and had a wonderful sense of humour . We know you will find some solace in the church but please accept our sincere condolences

Dearest Kathryn and family:
What a shock to learn of Nigel's sudden passing! He was truly a gentle giant for the Lord!! He will be greatly missed. We will be lifting you up daily in our prayers.
Frank and Marilyn Zebedis

I just wanted to let you know that your husband was such a kind caring man when my husband passed away he was so understanding helping me with financial issues and always being so enouraging he will be missed on earth but will be rejoicing in heaven with me husband........sincerly donna estes

Dear Kathryn and Family,
I was very sorry to learn of Nigel's death. I joined the Army on the same day as Nigel and it has come as no suprise to me that he was heavily involved with the church. He was a larger than life figure and during the 2 years I served with him he had a kind word for everyone and was always understanding of those less able than him. I was looking forward to seeing him at our 40 year reunion in April although I know he will be their with us in spirit. I wish you and your family all the best at this extremely sad time in your lives.

Katherine: Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this difficult time.

We are deeply moved by the sudden death of Nigel. His life has a positive impact upon all those who met him. He was always kind and helpful. We pray that the God of all comforts will provide all the comfort that you need at this time and give you the strength to face the future.
Prayerfully,

Bill & Kay Konstantopoulos

Kathryn,
You and your family are in my prayers.

Dear Parker Family. We have never met but I knew Nigel well. We met the day that he joined the army and I was his house Sgt. Nigel was always so full of life and had a sense of humour that was so vital in the army; to add to that he was a thoroughly nice man. I last saw him just before he left the army and you all left for the states. The world will be a sadder place without Nigel. Please accept my sincerest condolences on your loss. I have got some photos, somewhere in my home in the UK and if you would like copies I will scan them and let you have copies when I return from operations later in the year.

Kathy
We have just been informed about Nigel and this saddest of news. I joined the British Army with Nigel in 1970, and had the honour and privilege of knowing him and Kathy for many years. A giant of a man to his peers and truely respected and loved by everyone who met him. He was my friend and I will miss him. Our love and condonlences to Kathy and family, God be with you at this and all times.

Happy to know that the inherent integrity of a Royal Army Pay Corps Warrant Officer is recognised and cherished all over the world. Rest in Peace Nigel.

In Deepest Sympathy from the Members of the RAPC Regimental Association.

Dear Kathryn,

I have just heard about the shocking death of Nigel. I first met Nigel when he was 16 years old on our first day in the Army, 40 years ago in September 2010. I think I can speak on behalf of all his military colleagues and say that he was a big man with even a bigger heart with an infectious sense of humour. I wish you and your family all the very best at this sad time

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.

Kathryn and family,
I have always said probably the greatest contribution I made to the Pension Board was serving on the committee that hired Nigel. I will miss a great friend and a wise man who exemplified the joy of his faith. Brenda and I always enjoyed going out for seafood with Nigel here in FL. We pray God's promised comfort for your family. We will all miss him!
Steve and Brenda Birch

To the Parker family,

Natalie and I wish to express our sorrow at your loss. Our last conversation with Nigel was talking about rugby at the pool this summer. You are all in our prayers.

Nigel was a great help to me in his role at the Board of Pensions. A good and Godly man. What a great servant of the Lord and His Church. My prayers are with you.
His - Troy Scott

Several years ago while working for an attorney, there were occasions when I would talk to Nigel on the phone concerning mutual clients. One time, Nigel called our office to talk to me but one of the other gals answered the phone. She later told me that she thought Nigel had a very sexy voice. I told Nigel what the gal had said and his response was, "Well, too bad the body doesn't match the voice." Nigel was such a delight!

Kathryn, I'm so sorry for your loss. Many of us are praying for you and your children.

Nigel was a great coach and a great man. He was a man of passion and integrity. I will forever be thankful for his role in my life. Thank you for everything Coach.

I was a trustee of the Board of Pensions when Nigel joined the team. It was immediately apparent that we had gained an invaluable help in our service to servants of the church. In every way, Nigel himself was a servant. He visited me in my office on January 28 and gave me such wise counsel and reassurance about my plan. I will always be grateful for his friendship and the opportunity I had to know him. I will miss Nigel and will keep your family in my prayers.

I never knew anyone that did not like Nigel Parker. His passing is a great great loss.

Nigel - you were one of the greatest men I have ever met, and your zest for life was always inspiring to me. As a coach, you were always pouring your heart out into the club; never giving less than what you had to give. You always challenged me to be the best I could. As a man of God, you were a leader to all of us. You will be dearly missed, friend. The legacy you have left will always be with me. Philippians 3:12-14 There was never a doubt in anyone's mind Who you were living for.

Throughout my retirement days I will be grateful for the investment counsel Nigel gave to me in managing my pension.
May you feel the love of God as you adjust to his absence. I am sorry for your loss.

Nigel was a Great Coach, a Great person, and most of all a Great Man of God! His faith shown through and was passed on to all of his ruggers!

Nigel, you will be missed by all of your friends and family. But we all know, to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord!


And now I will always know what "Line up abrest" means.......kinda

Kathryn & family,
Our deepest sympathies to you. It was Wayne's honor to get to know Nigel during his service as a trustee of the Board of Pensions. Nigel offered great wisdom and wit, and it was obvious he loved the Lord! His service to the church at large is immeasurable in his role with the Board. Know you are in our prayers today and in the coming days.

Not many people are recognized by a single name, but Nigel was. They don't make like this anymore. In his previous position, Nigel bounced on the trunks of cars to see if they would explode. He had a unique outlook on life and was an original in every way. His concern and interest in his fellow man was genuine, not forced. While studying for my CFP he was my biggest cheerleader, and the first person I called when I passed. "No surprise mate, I knew you'd do it." Never had that next lunch at the Golden House. My loss.

Mrs Parker and family,
We were so sad to hear of Nigel's passing. He was such a big help to my family, when my parents passed away. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.

To The Parker Family,God's blesses be with you,and comfort you and your family during this time of sadness. You are in our prayers that God would
strengthen your hearts knowing that others are concern about you.

Peace be with you,

Minister Delois Moss

-Dublin, Georgia

This is very sad news. I'm so sorry. Please accept our entire family's condolences.

A great coach and an unwavering man of God. My heart and prayers are with family of Nigel.

Kathryn our thoughts and prayers will be with you during your time of loss and healing. We will pray for peace and comfort during this time.
Love
Darryl and Darlene LeMond and Mary LeMond

Mrs.Parker,We are thinking of you and your family and our Prayers are with you. May God give you strength. Nila Bilbrey and Kirsten Miller. Lapel,In.

Dear Parker Family: We are so sorry for your great and unexpected loss. Nigel was such a wonderful person. He will be greatly missed by all. Please know that we are praying for you.

Sheila, Denee' and Preston Cox

Kathryn, Jake, and Libby,
We're so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Jackie & Harold

Dear Kathryn,
You and Jacob and Libby will be in our prayers for peace and comfort. May our God lift you up during this time.
Jean Hartley

Dear Family and Office Staff of Nigel,

I just learned of Nigel's death. He was always willing to answer some of my stupid questions. I enjoyed knowing him. My prayers are with you in your loss of an outstanding person.

Blessings,

I am so sorry for the loss and the pain that you are all going thru. Nigel was one of the nicest, most caring people. I always looked forward to going with the group homes to Friendship Class at East Side as Nigel was always so uplifting and made each of the clients as well as myself feel good about ourselves and treated each and every person with love and respect. Nigel will be missed, but we all know that he will be looking down on us as our ray of sunshine. We should celebrate his life and the time that we all had with him. May the lord bring comfort, peace and strength to get you thru this. You are all in my prayers

Victoria Davis, The Hopewell Center, Inc.

Kathryn, Jacob, and Libby, We are thinking of you and praying for you. We grieve with you.

Dear Kathryn,

We join with countless others to lift you and your family in prayer. You are loved.

David & Wanda Lynch

Our hearts go out to your family at this time and in the days ahead. We hope your many fond memories will sustain you now and in the future.

We were surprized to hear the news of
Nigel's passing from others of our family. I had several times found Nigel
a good counsel when I was in need. We
grieve with the family, friends and
colleagues.

Robert and Deanie McFarling,
Westland, Michigan

Kathryn, Jake, and Libby,

I'm smiling even now as I can hear a hearty "hullo, mate!" echo in my many memories of great times with your family. What a blessing you all have been at so many key times in my life. I share your sadness and your rejoicing in our memories of Nigel.

Blessings

When I told Nigel I was moving to Korea, he said to me "you know, they don't have rugby there.." This was a valid point, and it was sad enough not being able to play rugby for Nigel this season, let alone this. He was easily the best coach I ever had, and he was a great mentor and friend. I'm just happy I played with him as long as I could, but I wish I could know him longer. Peace to all family and friends who loved Nigel

Dear family and Board,
I am so sorry to hear of Nigel's passing. Everyone loved him so much. What a shock to lose someone so special. His humor always lifted us, and his counsel was tremendous.
May God bless you and keep you as you depend upon Him. Nigel goes on laughing and enjoying the Lord. One day we will see our brother again.

My heart goes out to Nigel's family and to all those at Pensions. He was a great man of God. I loved his joyful, uplifting heart and spirit. He will be missed!

Kathrin, i am so sorry for your loss, i really loved Nigel he was an awesome man of God and a true friend. I pray god will ease your sorrow and pain during this difficult journey , your in my prayers
Sincerley Mitch Elliott

Thank you, Nigel, for always giving us the very best counsel. We will miss our visits with you at the office, but are confident you are accomplishing even more for the Kingdom where you are.
In Christ,
Dave and Barbara

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Nigel has been a blessing to me and many others. I'm so sorry for your loss. May the Lord give you strength, comfort and peace.

My thoughts and prayer are with you in your time of grief. Nigel was a good and godly man and I always looked forward to talking with him when ever he came to the Ohio GA and when I visited Anderson. I will miss him as will the Church of God family. I'm sure that his wonderful British humor will keep those in heaven laughing. May God bless you as you remember his good influence on so many people.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kathy,
I was shocked and saddened to hear of Nigel's passing. Know my prayers are with you and your family.
Cheryl

He will be greatly missed. Praying for you all.

Kathryn, Libby, Jake and Janet,
I am so sorry for your loss. Nigel was a great man. I enjoyed working with him and also knowing him as a good friend. I will miss Nigel and his unique "wit". You are all in my prayers and I hope you are able to feel the love of friends to comfort you.

Dear Kathryn and family, We were saddened by the shocking news of Nigel's passing. We grieve with you and pray for the comfort of the Spirit in your hearts. He was such a kind generous man, helping, advising, consulting. We will miss him deeply in the Church around the country

Blessings and Peace,

Pastor Mitch and Shelly Burch