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Larry Parker Obituary
Mr. Larry Dale Parker, Sr., 67, passed away Sunday, September 22, 2013 at Salisbury VA Medical Center. Mr. Parker was born August 21, 1946 in Ashe County. He served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War and later in life, owned several convenience stores. Mr. Parker enjoyed fishing, Nascar, and watching football in his spare time.
Mr. Parker was preceded in death by his parents, Muncey and Sessie Parker. He is survived by his loving wife of 20 years, Ruth Ann Gotliebson Parker; three children, T.J. Parker Patton and husband Tracy, Larry Dale Parker, Jr., and Missy Parker; two step children, William and Charles Vosseler; five grandchildren, Dustin Roby Parker, Damean and Daniel Davis, Nessie and Shawn Barnes; three great grandchildren, Jayden Daisy Parker, Trey Parker, and Anthony Chandler; one brother, Troy Carroll; and two K-9 companions, Brutus and Smoke.
A memorial service will be conducted Monday, September 23, 2013 at 4:00PM at Gentry Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Jack Hodges officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Military honors will be provided by Yadkin VFW Post 10346.
In lieu of flowers, memorial may be made to "Never Stop Looking", Missing Children Organization, c/o Kyle Gotliebson, 10490 Gentry Drive Justin, TX 76247 or to Yadkin VFW Post 10346 14509 Elkin Hwy 268 Ronda, NC 28670.
Online condolences may be made at www.gentryfuneralservice.com
Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville is serving the Parker family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Larry Parker
dustin parker
October 13, 2013
I hope the fishin in heaven is as good as it was on the riverbank and the rock.
TEEKA KELLEY
October 2, 2013
Im so sorry for your loss.
Hilda & Kristi
September 24, 2013
Ruth & family, Sorry to hear about Larry. He was a very special guy who loved everyone around him. He will be greatly missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kimberlee Drum
September 23, 2013
Take comfort in knowing that you now have a special guardian angel to watch over you~
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie, Kim, Chipper and Kaedi Drum
Brenda Barker
September 23, 2013
Missy and Family may Gods love and grace comfort you at this time of need .
Jessi Lind
September 23, 2013
I know I was an adult (or close to it) when my Aunt Ruth met Larry - but I can't remember actually meeting him. Maybe because (like I'm sure for everyone) it just feels like I've known him all my life. Even though I can't remember the exact moment – I'm confident in saying I loved him from the start. Larry was able to see my worth at a time when my chosen path and decisions had masked it well. He always made me feel like I was his favorite person in the world. He was genuine and generous in everything he did and said. I'm very grateful to have known him and to be able to take his smile, laugh, hugs, and warmth with me wherever I go. Nothing I write seems to adequately express what an absolute treasure I thought him to be, how much I will miss him, and how much my heart aches for you all.
Lewis & Donna Garrison
September 23, 2013
TJ we are sorry for your loss. Comfort to you and your extended families.
Marion Knutson
September 22, 2013
We are so sorry for your loss. there are not enough words in the dictionary to express how sorry we are. Just wish we were not so far away, so I could hug you in person. Curt & Marion
Heather Alverson
September 22, 2013
Tj, my prayers are with you. may your heart rejoice knowing he is with our savior,and the sweet memories bring you comfort. God's grace is sufficient. love you guys.
Kristy Wooten
September 22, 2013
T.J., I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you and your family.
TJ Patton
September 22, 2013
I will love and miss you forever daddy!
Tommy Keller
September 22, 2013
I knew Larry many years ago. R. T. , my father tried to help Larry all he could when he was a teen living in West Jefferson. They stayed in touch for a while after Larry returned from the Navy. I remember him as a kind person. Your family is in my prayers.
Tommy
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