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Matthew Parker Obituary

Parker, Matthew Jeremiah Age 22, born January 9, 1991, departed this life on August 11, 2013. Matthew attended St. Pat's Catholic School of Joliet and Plainfield Central High School. He is the beloved son of John and Eileen Parker, and youngest brother of Demetrius Hadley, John and Courtney Parker, and Glenisha Gavins, all of Joliet. Matthew was also an uncle, nephew, grandson, cousin, godson, and friend to many. Matthew loved and is loved. Visitation will be on Friday, August 16, from 6-8pm and Saturday, August 17, from 9-10am at Refuge Mission UHCA, 1401 Sehring St., Joliet, IL. A celebration of his life at 10am. Pastor Mae Ellis officiating. Interment following at Elmhurst Cemetery. Minor-Morris Funeral Home 112 Richards St. (815) 723-1283.

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Published by Herald-News on Aug. 16, 2013.

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Alyssa Howe

October 17, 2023

Hey it's me.
Alyssa, who lived across the street from you. I miss you..

DeMarko

August 23, 2023

Still missing you bro. You saved my life. Love you.

Matt Parker

October 15, 2013

Eileen, John, I love each and everyone of you. I love your children as if they were my own. I pray your grieve shall one day not bear you down as it has myself. I know that deep in your heart, you know Matt is in a better place. So I pray for strength for all the family members for continuous healing. We love you all Dru, lil William, Aaron and Rob

Denise Dickerson

August 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss my prayers r with you!

Shawanna Roddy- Biles

August 17, 2013

Eileen-
You have my deepest symphony on the lost of your son. I will be praying for you and your family.

C Davila

August 17, 2013

Sorry for your loss...remember Matthew following around Meechie, John John and Courtney...Prayers to the family

JOLENE SHAW

August 17, 2013

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST GOD NEEDED AND ANGEL JOLENE SHAW

Jamelia Woods-Wicks

August 17, 2013

I will keep you in my prayers.

nikki morgan

August 17, 2013

I love u babyboy

nikki morgan

August 17, 2013

Matt me and ur nieces are reallyy missin you .ur voice ur laugh ur silly jokes n most of all u tryin to do the dougie lol man u are truly loved by eveyone but I will not ? God but I will say please watch.over us we love u

Mr & Mrs. Andrew Willis

August 16, 2013

I am so very sorry for the family of this young man. I know you were loved to the core and will be greatly missed. The Hood/Willis family are praying for you all at this time in your grief.

Robin Willis

August 16, 2013

To my lifelong friend
Eileen Hadley -Parker
My prayers go out to you and your family. Just know weeping may endure for a night But joy will come in the morning in Jesus name...

Maureen Pochron

August 16, 2013

Eileen-
My heart goes out to you and your family. You will be in my prayers.

Janet Woods-Ervins

August 16, 2013

My dear friend Eileen and family, I will continue to keep you all in my prayers. May GOD comfort you.

Zita Turner

August 16, 2013

Eileen you have my deepest symphony on the loss of your son. I will keep you and your family in my prayers

Tiffany Glenn

August 16, 2013

To the Parker Family,
It has been a long time since I seen Matt, but I remember playing with the Parker boys back on Sehring. I pray that your hearts are healed and your tears are wiped away. Rest in Peace, Matt!

Jean Lewis

August 16, 2013

Eileen and family, I can't put into words the grief I feel for your loss. I am so sorry. Losing anyone is heart breaking, losing a son I can only imagine the pain. I pray that God wraps His arms around you and let you feel His comfort and love during this time. I haven't spoken to you in a while but I am there with you in spirit and love.
The Jordan and Lewis Family

sharon BARKER

August 16, 2013

may God bless u john and eileen granny and everyonelse with peace that surpasses our understanding.i am honored to have met matthew.i will be praying u guy's just know that u were wonderful parents God bless

Dayna Knight

August 16, 2013

Eileen and Family, I don't know the grief of losing a child but any loss of life at any age is a LOSS. May you have continued Blessings and Peace while you continue to heal.

Brandi Holloway

August 16, 2013

Iam so sorry to hear about your loss. My heart goes out to the family. You all will be in my prayers.

Melza & Vera Jordan, Sr.

August 16, 2013

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Kennedy & Sharon Millsap, Sr.

August 16, 2013

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Clyde & Kathaleen Williams

August 16, 2013

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.

DANNY KIRKWOOD

August 16, 2013

So sorry for you loss

The Dougherty

August 16, 2013

To the Family of Matthew Parker, We give our condolences to you all. May God be with you in this time of sorrow. Bless you all in Prayers

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