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Dereck Parker Obituary

PARKER, DERECK S., 15, Hyacinth Dr., Orlando, died on Sunday, April 23, 2006. He was a student at Olympia High School and a member of the Titans Football team. He is survived by his loving parents, Pamela and Rena Parker; sister, Kristal and brother, Rene; maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Neal; paternal grandfather, Rena Parker Sr. Funeral service will be held Friday, April 28, 2006 at 11AM at St. Luke United Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd., Orlando with Rev. David Long, officiating. The family will receive friends from 10AM until the services Friday at the church. POSTELL'S MORTUARY, Pine Hills Chapel, Orlando.

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Published by Orlando Sentinel on Apr. 27, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
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Destny Smith

April 24, 2007

Yesterday 04/23/2007 has been a year since you left.
So many blessings have happen since that day.
I know it because you are and was a great person.
Remember no matter what MEMORIES are the best of the best.
Smile Big Giant*

Destny Smith~

Alyssa Licata

January 3, 2007

Hey Bo,

I know u have been resting in peace for sometime now. I was just wanting to write toy our famly since I didn't get to say my last goodbye. I still have the CD u made for me at Chain of Lakes m.s. it was your 8th grade year and my 7th grade year... I MISS YOU BRO... I hope u r watchin over me so nothing bad will happen to me.....

bye bro...

love ya

Des'tney Smith

December 25, 2006

December 25, 2006

This is the first Christmas with out you, but you are greatly remember. You greatly missed and your memory will live on.
Smile Big Giant!

Des'tney~

Joshua Rodriguez

August 11, 2006

Derek Parker who I Knew as Bo was a great man, and i mean man at 15. Quiet smart humble and knew what he wanted and had a plan to get it, much more than a dreamer, but a go getter. A very talented individual in everything ive seen him do. The biggest 15 year old i know with the biggest heart to match. I feal for the family and my heart goes out to them. But he is now in a place more laced than any millionaire lives at. I hope to see you at the pearly gates Bo!!!!

Joy McGraw

May 2, 2006

It is incredible how Derek has touched so many lives of so many people. He had a major impact on kids and adults and still does to this very moment. His smile alone was uplifting. Although Derek is still alive in so many ways through so many different people, he will truly be missed here on earth. With love.

Willanne Colwell

May 1, 2006

Pam,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I did not know Dereck so many spoke with joy and tenderness about him I know he was very special. You can be very proud of him.

Coach Curran

April 30, 2006

Dereck,

You will be missed by your Titan family. They will play for you and pray for your family. Look over those who need support at lifes most difficult times.

shay freeman

April 29, 2006

To my mama pam and boo love and mr.parker and rashaud and everyone else i love all of you so much and you all know this im here for you all stay strong cause dereck "bo" is keeping all of us safe i love you all

Sonja Bowers (Tara's Mom)

April 28, 2006

To the Parker Family,

It's never easy for those left behind but, when you lose someone so senselessly and unexpectedly we all feel the shock. May it help to know how may people share your sorrow.

Our thoughs and prayers are with your family.

Joe & Glenda Bowers

April 28, 2006

He is only away in your thoughts and your heart you are always together, never apart; In your sorrow, remember he's only away... though he may not be with you the memories stay... May God forever Bless you and your family. (Tara's Grandmother). The Bowers Family Savannah Ga.

Angela (Angie) Roberson

April 28, 2006

Pam & Family,



Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Although we can't be there with you God's love is there to comfort you. We pray that God will reveal himself to you.

Stacie Krick Evans

April 28, 2006

Pam and family,



My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in the Lord.



God Bless,



Stacie

Leigh

April 28, 2006

We might not have known you, but Coach Head said you were an unbelievable outstanding individual. It is a great loss for such a wonderful person to be taken so soon in life. You will do incredible things in Heaven. God bless you and your entire family

Leslie Williams, Je'Quan & Jeffery Walker

April 28, 2006

Deepest Sorrow,

We have known the Parker family for a short time, From the day I met Krystal, Derrick and Mom(through Je'Quan/ Jeffery and sports) it was like a bond that couldn't be broken.We will keep you in our thoughts, prayers. Krystal keep your head up.To the rest of the family keep your hearts near the Cross.

Julie Foster

April 28, 2006

Pam,

Words cannot describe how I'm feeling for you and your family. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!! I am SO SO SORRY this happened!!!! Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.

Phenecia Allen

April 27, 2006

To my beloved cousin Pam & family. I was saddened to hear of the loss of your young son Dereck. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May GOD grant you strength & mercy, to endure your grief, and sorrow.

Heather Kreider (Dereck's Geometry teacher)

April 27, 2006

I pray that God's peace and comfort wrap around your family during this time. Dereck was one of my brightest and sweetest students and he is deeply missed by all whose lives he touched. I feel blessed for having known him.



With love and prayers,

Harry & Lisa Collins

April 27, 2006

To Rena, Pam and family,



You are in our prayers daily and though the days ahead will be difficult, turn to the Lord who is the only one that can comfort and ease your pain. Trust in him for He will not fail you.

Trish Barker

April 27, 2006

To The Parker Family,



Our thoughts are with you!



Bill and Trish Barker

vaughn cambell

April 27, 2006

You will be missed and i'll pray for mrs.parker and the rest of the family but u gott promise you are gonna spread your wings and comfort all loved ones!

Randy Miller

April 27, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Penny Parramore

April 27, 2006

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Wendy Kimelman

April 27, 2006

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family today and all the difficult days ahead.

April 27, 2006

To the Parker Family;



Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers through this very difficult time. I pray your strength in the Lord.



LaWanda Drummer (Cory's mom)

Lauren N.

April 27, 2006

looking among the students at Olympia High school, everyones filled with sorrow. its amazing how no one actually realizes what might happen until it does. His beautiful ways of being his athletic ability touched everyone.... forever will be missed ..



Faith*

Deniece Lewis-Woodall

April 27, 2006

Mr. & Mrs. Parker

My Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.



I have this prayer box that I go into from time to time.

I thought I should share this prayer with you and yours and also my son De'Andre "Big Grezzy" Dorn.



"Rejoice ye in that day, and leap for joy: behold, your reward is great in heaven." Luke 6:23



On April 23, 2006 and many days after

we should leap for joy, because Dereck is in HEAVEN looking down on everyone including you(Dre).

So lets rejoice and praise his name forever and ever Amen!

Mom

April 27, 2006

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

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