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Wayne Parker Obituary
Wayne worked for the Wachusett Regional School District for the last 16 years and was loved by every student and faculty member that he came to know. He loved his job and what he did each and every day while battling cancer. He attended North High School and served in the US Army. He was proud with what he did in the military including driving a Deuce and a half during the blizzard of '78. He has many accomplishments and did a lot with his life while here with us. He became a grandfather, traveled to Jamaica, enjoyed the Mecum Car Auction in Florida, coached many soccer and baseball teams throughout the years. He was an amazing individual who was the life of the party and had a smile and personality that just stood out in a crowd. He was a unique person and there will never be another like him. He was truly a one of a kind husband, brother, father, grandfather, brother in law and friend! We love you!
Wayne was a member of The Polish American Veterans of Worcester, the Joseph Matisewski Post in Clinton and was the Sargent of Arms for the Polish American Veterans of Massachusetts for the last 10 years. He was a member of The Knights of Columbus of Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, Council 14757. He was a reserve Deputy Sheriff for Worcester County Sheriff Department and an active volunteer for them.
The funeral will be held on Thursday, October 12, 2017 from HENRY-DIRSA FUNERAL HOME, 33 Ward St., with a Mass at 10:30 am in Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 34 Ward St. Burial will be in Notre Dame Cemetery. Calling hours in the funeral home will be on Wednesday October 11, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The Polish American Veterans will gather at 6:00 pm to perform their ritual. The Knights of Columbus members will gather at 6:30 pm to perform their ritual. In lieu of flowers, Memorial contributions may be made to Our Lady of Czestochowa Church, 34 Ward St., Worcester, MA 01610.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wayne Parker
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Timothu
October 1, 2023
The Man, The Myth, The Legend! There was none better! Best father a young man could ask for! You are missed and loved by so many dad! I miss you & I love you!
Jack
January 17, 2021
The happiest memory I have of Mr. Parker, is that when I went to Dawson, I would always go by Mr. Parker´s office for my daily hug. That would always make my day.
My deepest condolences go out to Mr. Parker´s family.
Mr. Parker: I will always remember my daily hugs that I got from you back at Dawson.
Rest In Peace my friend.
Carol Leslie
October 2, 2020
It was an honor and privilege to have met Wayne and I will NEVER forget him. Dawson school will never be the same
Joel Bernier
October 2, 2020
Dear Wayne, When you left us there is just the huge hole in our lives, not a day goes by I don't reach for my phone to ask for guidance.... I pray you know how deeply you are missed in all the lives you touched!!
Gariné Arakelian
October 12, 2017
Diane, Timmy and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. Rick and I will always remember Wayne fondly and have wonderful memories of the times spent with you guys at Betty's parties. He was a wonderful man who will be dearly missed. Love, Garine & Rick
Mary Gallivan
October 12, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Wayne many years ago from the old neighborhood and grammar school. He was fun loving back then and by the tributes and obit seems that always stayed with him. May he rest in peace.
Mary Gallivan, Gates Street
Tina
October 12, 2017
Wayne was definitely the life of the party and a good person. I was so sorry to hear about Wayne being sick and I wish you and your family my deepest sympathy in your loss.best Just remember our good and bad memories keep us going.
Jared
October 11, 2017
Such a great person and even better at making you laugh. He was my favorite person I remember from Dawson. Been almost 10 years since I was there, and he would remember now as if he saw me yesterday. Just was that type of a GOOD person. Prayers and thoughts with his family.
October 11, 2017
Bob and family so sorry for your loss. May you all have peace knowing that you brother no longer is in pain. God bless you all...Mary Marcinkus
Joseph Parker
October 11, 2017
Wayne was an amazing individual and I'm glad that I was able to know him and call him my friend and family I will miss him everyday but I will always remember that it is not goodbye it's just see you later love you uncle Wayne till we see each other again
October 11, 2017
Since 1983 every time I put a paint brush in my hand their always a funny thought or story of Wayne getting us in to something or getting me out of something that was just Wayne's way great man husband dad most of all great friend you will be missed by all mad love Joe G
John "Jasiu" Bartosiewicz
October 11, 2017
Mr. Parker was a very special man. I had the great pleasure of sharing some great memories either at St. Mary's or other events throughout the community. Deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time. God Bless
Beverly Violante Rowlett Rowlett
October 11, 2017
Diane, Doreen and family: I'm so sorry about Wayne. He was such a funny guy. He will be missed. Prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time...
October 11, 2017
Wayne,
You were the best and I am extremely sorry we missed each other this summer :( I know you took good care of my mum and the K-group and if I can be greedy, can you continue to watch over them for me? You were always one of a kind, and a person I wish we could clone.
P.S. I got the new job! :)
Miss & Love ya,
Your Soozi-Q
Sue Mouradian
October 11, 2017
Wayne always had a smile on his face and greeted me with a big bear hug. Will miss running into him at the local Market Basket. RIP Wayne.
Joel Bernier
October 11, 2017
He always had that smile, and loving praise for Timmy and Diane for keeping him going. Last 10 years has flown by! Deepest Condolences for your loss, hoping the love felt by you from all your friends and family can bring some comfort at this very difficult time!
Patty Couhig
October 10, 2017
SO sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure....and it was an absolute pleasure... to meet Wayne when I was assigned as his Union business agent for WRSD. He was incredible! Always upbeat, smiling and very willing to take on whatever challenge was placed before him! I shall always appreciate the work he did during negotiations, and his tenacity in representing his members....and being very candid and upfront with them when they were wrong! I will miss you Wayne......you were a very special man. Will hold you and your family close in my heart.
Cory Desrosiers
October 10, 2017
Tim, From my family to yours we offer our deepest condolences on your loss and hope you and your family can find peace that your Dad is among angles watching upon you all! God bless!!
Christine
October 10, 2017
I remember Wayne from his junior high days at Worcester East Middle. Two things stand out. He was always in trouble for something and he always had the biggest smile on his face. You could not, not like Wayne. When I ran into him several years later, he was married to Diane. He was happy and I was so happy for him. It broke my heart to see his obit. Too young and way too soon. God Bless you Wayne, you were a character and a half. RIP.
Mercedes Budzinski
October 10, 2017
Wayne:
I can only hope that you knew just how many lives you impacted during your time with us on earth. You were one of a kind and had a heart of gold. You have left a hole in our hearts and will forever be missed, but you will never be forgotten!! xoxoxo
To Diane, my brother-in-law Tim, my sister Shannon, my nephew & my niece:
This grief you are going through, may seem unbearable right now. But please know that you are surrounded by family and friends who love you all dearly. We are here to help you through this in any way that we can. We love you all to pieces! xoxo
Maya Belliveau
October 10, 2017
I loved walking pass Mr. Parker's office and seeing him smiling back at me. He would always be ready with a joke and a hug to brighten your day. Mr. Parker was loved by anybody that ever talked to him because he was that amazing. He will truly be missed by many people.
Bev Keough
October 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss....Wayne was a great and fun customer at Speedway...been missing him a lot. Now he's not suffering anymore. Hope there's lots of "cashwords" for u to scratch in Heaven...RIP
Sherry Bellacqua
October 10, 2017
A long time customer of mine. Will miss him greatly. My condolences to his family. We'll scratch those cashwords for you!
Karen Holleman
October 10, 2017
Diane and Family, The strength, courage and spark for life that Wayne possessed will forever be in our hearts and minds. He showed his love for his family, friends and community with every fiber of his being and we can do no greater honor to his memory than to go about each day as he did - loving life. Loving you always Wayne. Your cousins, Karen Young Holleman and husband Larry
October 10, 2017
Diane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My husband, Brandon, and I moved up the street from Diane and Wayne a few years ago. Although we did not know Wayne that well, It was always such a pleasure when he would drive by and stop to say hello. He was always ready with a joke or some other positive and upbeat words that put an instant smile on your face. We will miss that contagious smile and big wave hello in the neighborhood. God bless
Kim & Brandon Oslowski
megan rafferty
October 10, 2017
The Parkers are an amazing family. Wayne, his parents and his siblings were always so loving to me and my family. It saddens my heart immensely that he is gone. All my love and prayers to them all.
Ellie and Leo Amoruso
October 10, 2017
Diane & family...Because we cannot personally extend our condolences to you all do know we hold you close in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. May all your happy memories keep
you strong and close to Wayne till you meet again.
Ellie & Leo Amoruso
Chris Spreadbury
October 10, 2017
Diane & Tim,
I am sorry to hear of this news. Mr. Parker was a great guy and one of my first soccer coaches. I will always remember the fun times we had when he coached our team up at greenhill and the Y. He will be truly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. - Chris
October 9, 2017
Diane
Marsha Bubon
October 9, 2017
We are so sorry for your loss. May he Rest in Peace.
Ross Flagg & Marsha Bubon
Mary Brytowski
October 9, 2017
Diane and Tim - my heart breaks for you. Wayne was a great man with the biggest hug and heart to match. May God bless you with peace.
Brenda Buckley
October 9, 2017
So sorry for your loss, sending love and prayers to you all...
Brenda Buckley
October 9, 2017
Diane, Tim, Shannon, and family
I cannot express how truly sorry I am that Wayne is no longer With us. He was always kind and loving to you all, and he was a great father-in- law to my Shannon and a loving grandfather to Ben and Penny... he will be sorely missed, if their is anything I can do to make this time easier, please do not hesitate to call, love and prayers to you all...
marion dorscheimer
October 9, 2017
Sorry for your loss.
Diane Fulton
October 9, 2017
Dear Diane and Tim, We couldn`t be any more sorry than we are this day . Wayne was the most loving and caring man i`ve known in a long time . Tim Dad couldn`t have been happier than when you were born, his love for you was so great. i pray for both of you that all you`ll have is great memories of a funny, loving husband and father god bless you both. Diane and Horace Fulton
Timothy Parker
October 8, 2017
Dad, you are the most amazing man and father any son could ask for. I have been helping mom as much as possible thus far and will continue to do so. I hope that you are already taking care of everyone up there and being the life of the party. You mean the world to me! I miss you & I love you dad!
Joel and Jean Buduski
October 8, 2017
Dear Diane and family,
Joel and I were so sorry to hear of Waynes passing. He was one of the nicest guys you could ever want to meet. He always made you smile and laugh. Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Joel and Jean
Judy (Buduski) Keller
October 8, 2017
Dear Dianne, Timmy and Family, My very deepest sympathy to you on the loss of Wayne. He was one of a kind and by far one of the most upstanding and funniest guys I've ever known. He loved people and people loved him. May your many, many wonderful memories help you to get through this most sorrowful time. My heart goes out to all your family. Sincerely, Judy
Ray Salas
October 8, 2017
Wayne, you will always live on in my memory. You were a kind-hearted, helpful and strong man and I will always be thankful for your friendship.
My condolences to Diane, Timmy and family, and to the many (many!) people whose lives Wayne touched.
jamie buduski
October 8, 2017
Dear Diane,Timmy and family, my heartfelt condolences to u both on the passing of such a great guy. You always knew when Wayne was in the room! His humor and personality were larger than life.He always made u laugh.You two were the perfect couple it was obvious to anyone that knows you. I cant remember a time he didnt have a smile on his face.everybody loved Wayne. May you both find the strength through the love you have for him to get you through this difficult time.He is at peace and in excellent company, not that it makes it any easier this i know.Heaven is a different place with Wayne there now.. with love, jamie
John Bartosiewicz
October 7, 2017
Diane and Tim
So sorry for your loss. Wayne was a real nice man and I'm sure a great husband and Dad.
God bless you both and know he will be watching over you both.
carol leslie
October 7, 2017
Mr. Wayne Parker has had an amazing impact on all who work and learn at the Dawson school. I will NEVER forget him. Peace and Love to his family an friends.
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