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Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

2959 West 11th Avenue

Gary, Indiana

James Parker Obituary

JAMES PARKER Valparaiso, Indiana Age 60, passed away on Thursday, January 12, 2006 at Porter Hospital. He was a member of Bethel Temple COGIC, and The Men's Fellowship Department. He was the founder and owner of JRP Environmental & Demolition Co. Member of Local #4 and Local #101 of Chicago, IL. He is preceded in death by grandparents, Lester and Viola Parker; father, Edward Porter; 3 uncles; 1 brother, Thomas "June Bug" Flowers. He is survived by: loving and devoted wife, Ida Parker of Valparaiso, IN; 4 children, Dawn (Henry) Harris of Crown Point, IN, Robin (David) Padgett of Williams-burg, VA, James (Patisha) Parker Jr. of Colorado Springs, CO, Devon Parker of Merrillville, IN; mother, Lydia Mae Flowers of Alcoa, TN; 5 brothers, Nolan (Cynthia) Flowers of San Diego, CA, Curtis (Yolonda) Flowers, Lester Parker all of Alcoa, TN, George (Lori) Parker, Stephen (Phyllis) Parker all of Maryville, TN; 4 sisters, Janace Parker, Gwendolyn Parker, and Tanya Parker all of Alcoa, TN, Helen (Jimmy) Harrington of GA; 11 grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Tuesday, January 17, 2006 from 12 to 8:00 p.m., family hour 7 to 8:00 p.m. at the Bethel Temple COGIC. Funeral services Wednesday, January 18, 2006 at 11:00 a.m. at the Bethel Temple COGIC, 110 W. 43rd Ave. Interment at Evergreen Cemetery. Professional services rendered by: Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.

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Published by Post-Tribune from Jan. 15 to Jan. 17, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for James Parker

21 Entries

Precision Builders

January 25, 2006

We just heard of Jim's passing and were deeply saddened by the news. Jim's warmth and smile will be with us always, he was a wonderful man. You are all in our thoughts.

Alysha & TJ Prince

January 18, 2006

Mia & Staci,

We were sorry to hear about your grandpa's passing. You are in our prayers. We love you both very much!

Your Cousins,

Wendy Prince

January 18, 2006

Aunt Ida, Dawn & Devon,

I love you very much. I am very sorry about the loss of Uncle Jimmy, but we can rejoice that he has gone home to be with the Lord. No matter what happens, we have to know its all a part of God's plan. Be strong and continue to lean on the Lord. He will see you through.

Nakia Clemmons

January 18, 2006

To Ida and Devon Parker:

My family and I were very sadden to here about the death of your husband and father. We pray that God gives you strength and courage in your time of need.

The Clemmons Family

Javina Bell Lyles

January 18, 2006

To the Parker Family:

Your family is in our prayers. We must accept what God has allowed. On behalf of us at the Gary Public Library. We will miss Mr. Parker's brite smile and trash talking.

Esther Anderson

January 17, 2006

To Devon and Family,

I am deeply sorry for your loss but you know that God has the last word especially when he calls one of his children home. We both know how it feels to lose someone special but in these times you have to love your family and be there for each other. But keep in mind what i told you in 2004; We are trying go...where our love ones are. God bless you and keep you.

Love you...

Cheryl & LaDarrien Gillette

January 17, 2006

To the Parker family, you have our deepest sympathy and God be with you. We know you loved him, but God loved him best.

nancy valentine

January 17, 2006

Ida Parker, & Family

Please accept my deepest condolences in the loss of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family. Peace be with you

& your family.

Nancy F. Valentine

Colette Whetsell-Sweet

January 17, 2006

We send our sincere sympathy to the family. May time ease your sorrow, loving memories bring you peace and God's love comfort you.

patricia e davis

January 17, 2006

To Ida Parker& Family

thinking of you in this time of

sorrow, may god comfort and ease

your pain. with deep sympathy

pat davis and family

Terry Matthews

January 17, 2006

Dear Ida, Dawn, and Devon,

Just a message of consolation during your time of sorrow. Over the years we have experienced the demise of many of our loved ones, but the Lord has been our strong tower. Once again, trust the Lord and take all of your cares and cast them on him, he is able to bear all of your burdens and lighten the load you are carrying. If he done it once he can do it again! Standing in prayer for you all!

Sr. Annemarie Kampwerth

January 17, 2006

I was so sorry to hear of the death of your husband. I will remember you and your family in my prayers. I know God will give you all you need at this difficult time in your life. Know of my support.

Clementine DuBose

January 17, 2006

To Mrs. Ida Parker and family:

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the lost of your dear love one. Our prayers and thoughts of kindness are with you.

The Maternal Child Health Network of Lake County, Clementine DuBose, Director

gloria bryant

January 17, 2006

To Ida:

You are and have always been in my daily prayers. Now I pray that God gives you great comfort and understanding at this time. You know that James was like a big brother to me, he will forever be in my heart. God blessed you with a good Christian husband, use the good times and great memories to get through this time and the future.

Love,

Gloria & Alan

Ida Jones

January 16, 2006

To the Parker Family,

My deepest sympathy and condolences to you during your hour of grief. May God heal your broken heart and may you look to the hills from which cometh your help. I love you and may God bless and keep you. Ida T. Jones and family.

The Mitchell Family

January 16, 2006

The Parker Family

May you find peace & comfort in the hands of the Lord.

Tyrone & Doreen Rogers

January 16, 2006

You and your family are in our prayers. May God continue to comfort you and give you peace.

Anthony Shivers

January 16, 2006

To: Ida Mae, Dawn & Devon

I love you all and sorry to hear from you at this disappointing time in your life. Always remember that God doesn't put more on you than you can bear. Stay strong in the Lord.

Love, Anthony & Family

Janean Starms (Spencer)

January 15, 2006

My prayers and thoughts are with your family. I pray for your strength in the Lord.

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