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David Parker Obituary
He was born June 28, 1962, in Townshend, VT, the son of Gerald and Rosamond (Leach) Parker. He grew up in Middletown Springs and attended West Rutland High School.
David married Lisa Foley in 1988 and was one of the owners and operators of Parker Water Wells with his nephew, Oakley Allen, and his two sons, Justin and Adam Parker.
He enjoyed hunting with his children, camping, maple sugaring and spending time with his friends and family, but most importantly, spending time with his beloved grandchildren and family.
He is survived by his mother, Rosamond, of East Poultney; by his wife of 28 years, Lisa Parker, of East Poultney; by his two sons, Justin Parker and wife Katelyn, of East Poultney, and Adam Parker and wife Alicia, of Middletown Springs; by his daughter, Chelsea Parker, of East Poultney; also by his grandchildren, Leah, Mason and Lydia Parker; by his siblings, Gerald Parker Jr. and Wayne Parker, Linda Reed, Lorraine Warren and Kathy Rouse; and also by numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. David was also waiting on the arrival of his fourth grandchild in July.
He was predeceased by his father, Gerald Parker Sr., and his brother, Gary Parker.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, Feb. 17, 2017, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home, located at 266 Allen Ave., Poultney.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017, at 11 a.m. at the United Baptist Church of Poultney. The Rev Todd Eaton will officiate.
Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to the Spina Bifida Program at Boston Children's Hospital, in memory of David A. Parker. Contributions can be made at www.bostonchildrens.org/givenow. Or mail checks, payable to Boston Children's Hospital, to Boston Children's Hospital Trust, 401 Park Drive Suite 602, Boston, MA 02215-5301. Please include David A. Parker in the memo line.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Roberts-Aubin Funeral Home. Online condolence at www.robertsaubinfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Parker
Diane Leonardo
February 27, 2017
To the Parker Family--
So sorry to hear of your loss. My family lived in Middletown in the late 70's and I went to school with David. I remember playing many chess games/tournaments with David in the 7th and 8th grade. Thoughts and prayers with you.
Dale & Diane Perry
February 24, 2017
We are very sorry to hear of your loss - our thoughts are with you.
February 21, 2017
sorry for your loss our prayers and thoughts are with you Dan Allard and family
February 20, 2017
Lisa and family, so very sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers, just learned of this today....my sincere condolances, dawn parker.
February 20, 2017
Lisa and family, so very sorry for your loss, just heard about it today.......my sincere thoughts and prayers for all of you....dawn parker.
Mary Jane and Hans Stoneberg
February 18, 2017
Lisa, Justin, Adam, and Chelsea,
Sorry to hear about Dave! You are in our prayers! Mary Jane and Hans Stoneberg
Barbara McCuin Mcgaughey
February 17, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to Davids family for your loss.
Ron and Emily Underwood
February 17, 2017
Just read this on line and we are so sorry for your loss of David. He was certainly a wonderful man and always with a smile on his face. He will be missed by us and I know many other people. Thoughts and prayers to the entire family of David's.
Becky & Bill Short
February 17, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Parker family.
Jennifer Greene
February 17, 2017
Lisa, Chelsea & Family,
So sorry for the loss of Dave. I hope that within time you are able to see shining stars when you think of Dave. It is just such a tragedy that you are going through right now. I send all my deepest sympathies to your family.
Jennifer Greene
Linda Thibodeau ( Butler )
February 17, 2017
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Parker families . I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of David .
Sue Langdon (Haynes Reed)
February 16, 2017
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray God's grace will help you through this very difficult time. Sending hugs to each of you; wife, mother, siblings, children and coworkers.
Julie Denko
February 16, 2017
Sorry to hear of your loss. May you be surrounded by loved ones at this time and warmed by God's love.
Diana Turner
February 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss.
Sylvia Parker
February 16, 2017
Lisa and family, so sorry to hear of David's sudden passing. Cherish the fun memories you made with him to help you through this most difficult time. God Bless, Our Deepest Sympathy !!! Norm and Sylvia Parker
February 16, 2017
Lisa,Adam and Justin. Very, very sorry to here of your dads passing. He was a great guy. He will be missed. Dan Frost
Richard Rupe
February 16, 2017
It's terrible to hear about your loss and I express my sympathy to you and your family.
Stan and Denise Rhodes
February 16, 2017
We are sorry to hear of Dave's passing. It was always a privilege to have had Dave and his crew on my job sites. Dave was a good guy and will be missed by everyone he met. The Parker family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tonya Conger
February 16, 2017
Sending heartfelt condolences and prayers to the entire family. May God be with you all.
Maryette Withington
February 16, 2017
Deepest sympathy for the entire Parker family, May God's love and comfort hold you now and give you peace. From Maryette Withington and Tina Withington with all our Love.
Thomas Sawyer
February 16, 2017
Lisa, my condolences to you and your entire family.
February 16, 2017
So sorry Lisa and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
CAROL REED
February 15, 2017
Mine and my family send our sincerest condolences to the entire Parker family. David and my son Brian were best of friends growing up and he was at our house so often for dinner and fun. I will always remember how much laughter he brought with him. May GOD bring you comfort and peace in these difficult times. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love to all the family. R.I.P. DAVID......
DeDe McLellan
February 15, 2017
Lisa,Justin,Adam,Chelsea & Family
May you find Peace & Comfort in Your
Memories @ this Most Difficult Time!
So Very Sorry for your Loss!
Rest Easy David!❤
Jerry & Melissa McGraw
February 15, 2017
Lisa, you and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers. David was a wonderful person and may your memories get you through this difficult time. Let us know if you need anything.
Patty Withington Savoie & Family
February 15, 2017
I'm in shock, I went to school with David in Middletown, his sister Linda is my Aunt. He was a good man who will be missed by many. May your memories carry you through until you meet again.
February 15, 2017
God bless the parker family
Wenda Bird
February 15, 2017
Sending condolences to the entire Parker Family.
Dave was taken way too soon. He will be missed.
You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Tim & Anne Colvin
February 15, 2017
So very sorry to learn of David's sudden passing. We grieve with you for the loss of a very special friend and person. May your love and memories sustain you at this very difficult time.
Tony & Barb Genier
February 15, 2017
So very sorry to hear of the passing of Dave. Your family is in our heart, thoughts and prayers.
Ed & Doris VanBuren
February 15, 2017
Lisa & family,
Our hearts go out to all of you. Dave left us way to early. May all the wonderful memories you have help you through this very difficult time. God Bless
Pamela Bishop
February 15, 2017
MAY YOU FIND PEACE IN A TIME OF SORROW PRAYERS ARE WITH YOUR FAMILY
RIP DAVID
February 15, 2017
To the entire Parker family, we are so saddened to hear of the passing of Dave. He was a great friend of mine whom I shared many laughs with. Our deepest condolences to all of you.
Brian & Michele Greene
Darin Baker
February 15, 2017
I'm sorry to hear about the loss of Dave, my thoughts go out to Lisa and his kids, and the rest of his family, and as his boys running the rigs. I remember Dave well from my days in Middletown.
Shelly Godfrey
February 15, 2017
Lisa and family,
My heart goes out to you,very sad to hear about Dave he was a great guy and will be truly missed.
Chris & Kathy Stephenson
February 15, 2017
Lisa and family,
Thinking of you all at this most difficult of times and holding you all close in thought and prayer. Hold close to each other and cherish every precious memory you have. Godspeed Dave.
Jim Williams
February 15, 2017
Lisa and family,
My sincerest condolences to you all for your loss. May the Lord comfort you and grant you strength in this saddest of times.
Jim Williams
Christopher Achorn
February 15, 2017
I didn't know Dave as well as many others, but what time I spent talking with him on sales calls and at trade shows was genuine and enjoyable. Dave was just an all around great guy and he will be missed dearly. My sympathies go out to the whole Parker Family and to all those who knew him well. God Bless.
David ,Marcy & Family
February 15, 2017
Our deepest condolences to the Parker family. Thoughts and Prayers are with you and your families.
Jim and Carla Garvey
February 15, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Parker family for the loss of David. We include your family in our daily prayers. Although we never met David, we've heard many good things about him and his loss will deeply affect many. May all of you find peace.
Karleene Senecal
February 15, 2017
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.
Missy Murphy
February 15, 2017
To all of The Parker Family
My deepest condolences in your loss of a GREAT guy. Please keep the memories close and find strength in healing.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
tina and mike klein
February 15, 2017
we are so very sorry for your loss. he was a good man that no one will ever forget.
Wendy Davenport and Rusty Johnson 520 South Street
February 15, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Parker Family. Please know that your all in our thoughts and prayers. Dave will be missed dearly. All our love Wendy (Mimi) and Rusty.
February 15, 2017
To the Parker family, so sorry for your sadness,you are all like family to us.Thinking of you, Sherry Jones Davis and Don(Dinky)Davis.
Chelsea
February 15, 2017
I miss you so much already. I'll love you forever and for always. You will never ever be forgotten. Rest in Peace daddy❤
Lisa Perry
February 15, 2017
Lisa and family, Kathy Rouse, I was shocked to hear of David's passing. I feel for the loss you have in your heart and lives. He was a good man and loved all of you. Please accept my prayers and comfort.
Loren Miller
February 15, 2017
Lisa, Chelsea,Justin, Adam and Family: We are both saddened by the loss of Dave. He was one of the few "good guys" you come across in life - always ready and willing to help - a guy we are/were always proud to call our friend.
"Love you man" - you sure will be missed. Loren and Polly Miller
Dwight and Donna Munger
February 15, 2017
So sorry to see this of David passing. Thought and prayers go out for all of you.
Terry and Michele Bruce
February 15, 2017
To the Parker Family, It is with great sadness that I write to you during this sad time. David will be missed by many as you move forward with the passing of each new day. If we get only one thing out of David's death is to live each day to its fullest and live each day like it might be your last! He was a great guy and has a wonderful close family to get you all through the next few days and weeks to come. With deepest sympathies and remember the happy times......
Kasey Dee
February 15, 2017
May he rest in peace. Thinking of the family. Sending our love from up north.
Linda & Bob Reed
February 15, 2017
Our hearts are broken. We will love & miss you forever little brother.
Melanie Howard
February 15, 2017
Lisa and family...I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Hugs to you all.
Comac Pump & Well
February 15, 2017
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with the Parker Family during this difficult time.
Capital Well Company
February 15, 2017
Condolences to The Parker family. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
February 15, 2017
With deepest sympathy to all of David's family - A Great Man - He will be miss a great deal - thoughts are with you all. Mary Lou Mars Middletown Springs.
February 15, 2017
Sorry for your family's loss. Prayers are with you all. Sheri Kinney
Darlene & Todd Palmer
February 15, 2017
To the Parker Family our deepest sympathy
cherish your memories David was a good guy.
Prayers to you all
Lisa Wood
February 15, 2017
Our sympathy and love to all of you. We are so sad to hear of Dave's passing. He was a wonderful man and will be so missed.
Love, Doug and Lisa Wood
Diahn Horner Johnson
February 15, 2017
condolences to all of the Parker family. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Bill and Sue Bunker
February 15, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of Davids passing. Our prayers go out to all the Parker family. You are all in our thoughts.
Rhonda/Chuck Delpha
February 15, 2017
Your family is in our thoughts.
Alice Hoisington
February 15, 2017
To all of David's Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. One day at a time. Everyone mourns in their own way and time.
Kathy and Tim Rouse
February 15, 2017
So heartbroken as we have lost yet another part of our family. We will miss and love you forever little brother.
Love Tim and Kathy
Karen Gartner
February 14, 2017
Dear Lisa, Chelsea, Justin and Adam and families, I am so sad to read this. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May David's memory always be for a blessing.....
Kevin & Jenny McClure
February 14, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
February 14, 2017
With deepest sympathies to all the Parker family on your great loss. We send our prayers to all of you.
Marie and John James
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