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Artemis Parker Obituary
PARKER Sr., Artemis
Born January 15, 1952 in Winston Salem, NC, at rest on May 31, 2004. Loving husband of Mary Parker, beloved son of Thelma Jackson and stepfather Freddie Jackson. Cherished son of Howard Ward of Winston Salem, NC, beloved father of Artemis Parker Jr, Norris Parker, La'mon Parker, Anthony Parker, Phillip Parker, Adrian Parker, Inga Parker, and Algerie Parker. He is also survived by his 19 treasured grandchildren; cherished brother of Cynthia Parker-McCain, Kenneth Jackson, Alfred Jackson, and Kymberli Jackson; and a host of family and friends. Graduate of Sacramento High School, attended USC- "All American," played with the Philadelphia Eagles and NY Jets. Memorial Services will be held at 5:00pm, Monday June 7th at Morgan Jones Funeral Home, 4200 Broadway, Sacramento.
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Memories and Condolences
for Artemis Parker
David Torres
November 1, 2020
I went to Sacramento High School with Art. We were good friends in High School then we lost touch with each other after he went to USC, just learned of his passing today 11/1/2020 David Torres
Tom McDavid
October 19, 2019
Artemis "T" Parker was a friend of mine at Sacramento High School, a real gentleman and one heck of a dragon football star at Sacramento High School (1968-1970). God bless my friend "T" Parker.
Mary Lou Merical
June 17, 2004
To the family of "T". My thoughts, condolences and prayers to the family of a very nice man. "T" and my ex were great friends back in the day at Sac Hi. He always had a kind and gentle spirit. May you find peace in knowing that God will take care of you in your time of sorrow. May the joy of the Lord be your strength. God Bless.
Mary Tarango
June 16, 2004
Condolences and prayers of strength to the family of a beloved classmate and friend. Tee will always be remembered as someone with a smile for everyone! He loved you no matter who you were. Always in my heart-Classmate Mary Daniels.
Curtis Watts
June 11, 2004
T,
You will always be a substantial force in my mind. I am a true believer that for every thought that passes a beautiful memory remains. Much love.
Cynthia Parker-McCain
June 10, 2004
Tee: My love is with you forever.
My loss is great,and I wonder will the pain ever go away, but my heart is at peace, knowing that your life was celebrated, by your family and friends, and you now rest in the arms of Jesus.
Rolando Perkins
June 9, 2004
what a great lost i have known to hear of one of my cousins but never to meeet him i know that Tee lived a very good life and had it all but he never forgot where he came from he has lived and loved and now he has gone to be with the Lord above .you never know how a person touch you in life even if you never got he chance to say hello Tee we all miss you so our warmiest regerts goes out to Thelma and her family at their time of lost ....
Anthony Jordan
June 9, 2004
To the Parker family: I am sorry about the loss of Artimus Parker, Sr. I never had a chance to meet him, but I heard that he was a nice and humble person. I know his son Artimus Jr.(TJ), he is also nice and humble. God bless you all, Anthony Jordan [email protected]
XOCHIQUETZAL(NETSAY) BANKS-STURDIVENT
June 9, 2004
I was able to meet cousin Tee when he was in New York playing for the Jets. I was a little girl and he seemed like a giant. I still dont know much about football but that imaged always stayed with me and i bragged about it all time. GOD BLESS
kevin kemp
June 8, 2004
To the family of Artimus Parker may the good Lord give you strengh and guidence.The bible says absent from the body is present with the lord.
Natasha Banks-Blades
June 8, 2004
My deepest condolences to the Parker family and friends. I never got a chance to me cousin tee but I send my prays that God will guide through this time of grief. Stay Strong and May God Bless you.
Angelique Graham
June 8, 2004
My prayer go out to the family.
Kenya Cribb
June 8, 2004
My prayers are with the entire family during this time! I will continue to pray for the family!
Anthony Jordan
June 7, 2004
To the Parker family: I am sorry about the lose of Artimus Parker, Sr. I never had a chance to meet him, but I heard he was a nice and humble person. I know his son Artimus Jr. (TJ), he is a kind and nice person. God bless you all, Anthony Jordan
Vivian Watkins
June 7, 2004
I am sorry to hear that Tee has passed. I wish you and your family well and that GOD will bless you all.
Danny Royster
June 7, 2004
My dearest condolences to the Parker family. It was a great pleasure sharing a large part of "T's" life in school and after. What a wonderful person and an outstanding "All American". My family and I will miss you. Rest in peace brother. The Royster family.
Pairlee Berry
June 7, 2004
I'm so sorry for your lost. My God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Cathy Warren Tarver
June 7, 2004
My heart and my prayers go out to my family members on the West Coast during this time of loss. Tee was loved and will be missed. I have such fond memories of him. May God bless you all. Wish I could be there.
Latoya Warren
June 7, 2004
You spreaded your wings and soared away.I did'nt get the chance to tell you how much i'll miss you.I want you to know that I want forget u.I told God to give u a kiss for me and the rest of the family.I have to let u go in peace now. But remember i'll be looking in the sky for your smile.( 2 The family and friends of tee. Stay Strong&Blessed tee's lil cousin latoya Warren.)
Juanita Cribb
June 7, 2004
"T", missing you will be a weak statement to say about someone who means so much to me!You were more than a cousin, you were like a little brother, a big head, little brother!...Love ya forever cuz, NITA
Paula Ford
June 7, 2004
To the family of Tee Parker:
May God bless you and give you comfort during these times. The entire family feels fortunate to have known Tee. We will continue to keep you in our prayers, knowing God will give you the strength that you need to endure. Remember God knows what's best and he doesn't make mistakes.
Love Always,
The Ford Family
Loyce Tutt Randell
June 7, 2004
To my home-boy:
Thanks for all the good times in Sacramento, and Los Angeles..!
You will truly be missed.
Best wishes, and prayers to the Tee Parker family at this time of loss.
Carmen Graham
June 7, 2004
To the family of Tee Parker - May God Bless you and keep you near his heart during these times. We will never forget the joy Tee brought in many lives. He was a great person. We will always love him.
Johnetta Sanders-Cook
June 6, 2004
Eternal Love and Peace. Thank GOD for the time that we had to enjoy with our cousin "Tee". My prayers and thoughts are with my family on the west coast. May GOD comfort you with his everlasting love and give you the strength to endure the future.
Charlesetta Harris Brown
June 6, 2004
The family of Artemis (Tee) Parker. My prayers are with you at this time of your lost. School mates of Tee Parker. Charlesetta Harris Brown & Thomas Harris.
voreece KING
June 6, 2004
Tee i will all way love you may god be went you love vo aka vodasious
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