Patricia Kennedy Parker

Patricia Kennedy Parker obituary, Jacksonville, FL

Patricia Kennedy Parker

Patricia Parker Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Dec. 28, 2015.

Patricia (Pat) Kennedy Parker went to be with the Lord on Christmas Day, December 25,2015. She was surrounded by her loving family.



Pat was born on December 21, 1936, to David & Hazel Kennedy in McLeansville, NC. She is the eldest of two sisters, Gerri Elliott and Betty Mitchell. Pat married Ron June 27th, 1959, and enjoyed 56 years wonderful years together. She is survived by her husband Ron, her three children, Rhonda Eavenson (Bud), Renee Taylor (Chris), and Brian Parker (Lori), as well as five grandchildren, Jennifer, Morgan, Julie Anne, Kelly, and Evan. She is preceded in death by her loving parents, David & Hazel Kennedy. Pat was a member of Fruit Cove Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL.



Pat was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and friend. She will be remembered for her loving affection for those who entered her home. She always made guests feel special with her gift of hospitality. Pat spent most of her life as a homemaker which allowed her focus to be on her family, her true pride and joy. As a homemaker, she was able to start her own business using her talent of sewing to create beautiful home décor which many people still enjoy in their homes and businesses today.



The funeral service will be held on Thursday, December 31st, 2015, at Hardage-Giddens Funeral home at 11 am. The service will conclude with a committal service at Jacksonville National Cemetery at 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Northeast Church Journey Campaign, 2001 Cherry Drive, Braselton, GA 30517, or online at mynortheastchurch.com.

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January 5, 2016

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January 5, 2016

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January 1, 2016

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Marvin Banks

January 5, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. Ron, you and your family will be in my prayers.

Marvin Banks

Janet Evans

January 5, 2016

My sincere condolences Ron on the loss of your wife Patricia. Prayer's for you and your lovely family.

Kim Ortagus

January 1, 2016

My most sincere condolences to you Mr Ron. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I am glad to have had the opportunity to meet you both and assist whenever I could at the doctor office.

December 31, 2015

Ron, I am so sorry for your loss. Wishing you peace and comfort and sending prayers. ~ Jane Jud

Erick Snow

December 31, 2015

Ron and family, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. May God give you the strength and comfort you need during this difficult time. Please know you are in our prayers. Ecclesiastes 7:1 "A good name is better than perfume, and the day of death better than the day of birth".

Erick and Fredia Snow

Charlie & Susan Eavenson

December 30, 2015

Ron, Rhonda, Renee, Brian & families, we were so sorry to hear of Pat's passing. We have been praying for you and will continue to hold you up during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything we can do to help.

betty mitchell

December 30, 2015

Ron,Rhonda, Renee, and Brian, I am so sorry for your loss. I am also sorry that I cant be there with you. Just know how very much you are in my heart and prayers. What a wonderful sister I had. Love Betty

Tootie Covington

December 30, 2015

So sorry for the loss of a Wife, Mother & Sister. My thoughts & prays are with all of you. Lots of love!!!

December 28, 2015

Dear Renee, Chris and family, we are so sorry to hear about your precious Mom. We enjoyed sitting with her at the Ball games and know how much she enjoyed her Grand children. God Bless you all. We Love Ya,ll.
Emily and Wayne

Doris Brady

December 28, 2015

Ron, Rhonda, Rene, Bryan and families, I am saddened to learn of Pat's passing. She was my best friend in high school, and I have so many fond memories of our times together. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you, and I hope you will find comfort in knowing that she is at peace with God now. Doris Harrell Brady (McLeansville, NC)

Joe Pruitt

December 28, 2015

I am very sorry for the loss of your Mother,Nana and wife to the Parker family.

You are in my prayers and may God comfort you at this time.

Smith Family

December 27, 2015

We are so sorry for the loss of your mom and Nana. She was a special person and touched many lives in a positive way. Please know that she is at peace and in no pain and enjoying eternal life with our Father in Heaven. Also take comfort in knowing that she is smiling down on you and you too will reunite with her one day and enjoy God's Blessing's! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. God Bless. Greg, Shirleen, Ashley and Brooke Smith

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