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Lionel J. "Papa Du" Parker Jr.

Lionel Parker Obituary

PARKER Lionel J. 'Papa Du' Parker, Jr., a retired employee of Orleans Parish School Board, departed this life at the age of 59 on Friday, May 22, 2009. Devoted husband of Rhette S. Parker. Son of Aldora Vickers and the late Lionel Parker, Sr. Father of Earl, Racquel, Lynell, Trina, Chenell Parker and the late Lynell John. Nephew of Rosemary Daniels. Brother of Lionel Parker (Kim), Gloria Johnson (Eugene), Irma Merrill, Nathan Parker, Sr. (Sheila), Charlene Brooks (Freeman), Brenda Veal (Kevin), Patricia Gaines (Charles), Lynell Parker, the late Benny Lackings, Joseph Parker, Diane Edwards and Rose Dunbar. Son-in-law of Jeff Stirgus and the late Williamene Stirgus. Grandfather of 19 grandchildren and the late Tiara S. Parker, 1 adopted grandchild, jezel Bennett, 14 brothers-in-law, 10 sisters-in-law and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends. He was the beloved uncle of Darria Stirgus and Brandon Atkins. Godfather of Denise Jenkins. Devoted friend of Horace and Lora Glover, Joseph Edwards and Louise Wills. Relatives and friends of Orleans Parish School Board, NORD, Crescent City Connection, Times-Picayune and Bridge City Center for Youth are invited to attend Funeral Services on Saturday, May 30, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at Central City Christian Fellowship, 2201 Fourth St., N.O. LA. 70113. Visitation will be held at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Darren Walker, officiating. Interment: Resthaven Memorial Park. Gertrude-Geddes-Willis in charge of arrangements.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on May 29, 2009.

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June 7, 2009

Having worked with Mr. Parker at Johnson Lockett School, he always talked about his family. He enjoyed a good laugh and a good tease. My prayers are with all of you.

Barbara Trevigne

Elke Forbes

June 4, 2009

I can still remember Parkers big smile. He was a great man and a great dad to his girls and their many friends over the years. Rhette I'm so sorry for your loss but to god be the glory because he knows best.

alisha moses

June 4, 2009

nell,sorry to hear bout ur dad he always made me laugh.my prayers is with you and your family

Alana "Beth" Jones

June 1, 2009

Trina I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. Your father was an outstanding father to you and your sisters. I can still remember your dad's big smile from when my mom would drop in to see your mom. Losing a parent is very hard especially when you've formed a bond. Just remember that God will give you the strength and comfort you need. Tell your mother and your sisters that my thoughts and prayers are always with the family.

Love Always Your Extedned Family
Benny Sr., Alana, Terrance and Yolanda Jones

Chantelle Cowart

June 1, 2009

Chenell,

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family. May God strengthen you in your time of sorrow.

Susan Stirgus-Atkins

June 1, 2009

TO MY BIG SISTER REE,AND MY NIECES, MAY GOD CONTINUE TO GIVE YOU STRENGTH IN YOUR TIME OF NEED I LOVE YOU ALL AND I WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR YOU ALL EVERYDAY. WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE.

Tamika Butler

May 30, 2009

Trina, I luv u like a sister you and your family are in my prayers i remeber when i first meet your your parents and your dad said how old I was cause i was so small... Don't forget With Prayers You can get thru anything and you told me that I will always be there for you ..uv u SIS

Shandria Parker

May 29, 2009

Papa Ur Going 2 B Missed Love
Shine

DIONNE ROBATEAU

May 29, 2009

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

LaResta Cruel

May 29, 2009

Chenell,

May god continue to strengthen you and your family.Remember god will never leave you nor forsake you.Hold on and stay strong.I'm here for you whenever you need me.
Love,
Ijah & LaResta

RACQUEL PARKER

May 29, 2009

DADDY ITS SO HARD TO SAY THAT YOU ARE GONE HOME . BUT I WILL NEVER FORGET THE SMILE AND THE LAUGH YOU HAD WHEN WE WALK THROUGH THE DOOR .I 'M GOING TO MISS YOU BUT I'M GOING TO KEEP GIVING MY LIFE TO GOD AND RAISE YOUR GRANDCHILDREN WE LOVE YOU DADDY. RACQUEL ,JAKIRA, JANESIA, JALIYHA, RONIQUE, JAMIRA, JOSEPH ,DERRICK AND JUJUAN.

LYNELL PARKER

May 29, 2009

DADDY, I MISS YOU AND I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH. I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU'RE SMILE AND THE WAY YOU ALWAYS TOOK CARE OF US TO THE END. YOU ARE THE BEST MAN TO EVER COME IN MY LIFE. LOVE YOU'RE DAUGHTER LYNELL

Amanda Casey-Charles

May 29, 2009

Chenell,
May god bless you and your family in your time of need.Please let us know if their is anything we can do to help.That's what family is for .
Love,
Amanda,Black and Family
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