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Obituary For Perry Parker
The funeral services for the late Mr. Perry Parker, who departed this life on Thursday, July 23, 2026, will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. from the Jones Chapel AME Church in Sylvester, Georgia. Reverend Tommy Curry, Pastor, will deliver the Eulogy. Burial will follow in the Shepard Memorial Garden Cemetery.
Perry Parker, beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend passed away peacefully in his home in Sumner, GA on July 23, 2026 at the golden age of 87.
Mr. Parker was born June 16, 1939, to Jahue and Eula Mae Nether Parker, who both have preceded him in death. He was the youngest and last surviving of four siblings who preceded him in death: Grady (Hattie) Parker, Frances Inez (Cecil) Frederick, and Ollie (Mollie) Parker.
His father Jahue instilled the “work ethic” which became a legacy passed throughout the family. He worked the family farm, drove a school bus, and opened his own business in 1969. Throughout the years, Mr. Parker has owned several businesses, with The Casino Lounge and Parker’s Chicken Box being his first business, tapping into both his passion and business savvy. His desire was to feed his community with delicious food when they didn’t have time to cook, to provide a place to gather after a hard week of work and to bring people together.
All of his children Larry, Katrina, Joy, and Pamethia have worked in the restaurant where he instilled the values of hard work and integrity in them. He always said, “If you treat people with kindness, then you’ve done your job”. Parker’s Barbeque was well known throughout southeast Georgia and all over the country. He employed countless people throughout the years, as well as supporting families in whatever form they may have needed.
Mr. Parker believed that a business cannot flourish without the people; not merely engaging with his neighbors and community, but the city’s businessmen, and City Council. His objective was not only service his community but to truly serve and be a pillar in and of it.
All of his children joked that each of them was his favorite. Mr. Parker’s greatest pride and his deepest joy was his family. He never missed an opportunity to celebrate those he loved. Whether attending, family outings, holiday gatherings, or simply sharing a meal together, he was fully present. He understood that the greatest investment a person could make was in the people they love.
He is survived by his children, Larry (Diane) Parker, Katrina Parker, Joy Crichton Ross, Pamethia (William) Graham; his grandchildren, Larae Parker, Brett Tumblin, Demetrius Snead, Perry Austin, Kevin Austin, Chad Ross, Jeremy Graham, Justin Graham; his sister-in-law Hattie Mae Parker; and a host of other family and friends.
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RISSA DEANN JONES sent Eternal Peace Basket for Perry Parker - July 29, 2026
Darin Billingsley sent The Peace Lily for Perry Parker - July 28, 2026
Kimberly Roye sent Forever in Our Hearts Casket Adornment for Perry Parker - July 27, 2026
My sincere condolences to you and your family!
My condolences to the family and friends May God give the understanding and comfort to each of you during this difficult time from your classmate Grover McCullors
May God Bless the Parker Family during the loss of your loved one .I express my condolences during this difficult time of bereavement. Bennie Nichols
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My condolences to the family 🙏🏾
My prayers and condolences to the family
My sincere condolences to Pam and the entire family.
My condolences to the Perry Parker family. May he rest in peace.🙏🏽
My deepest condolences to the Parker family, Perry was truly a legend in this community he will truly be deeply missed
Condolences to the family
Sending my sincere condolences to Perry's family. May God strengthen you during this difficult time.
To the family,prayers and sympathy are with you. We love you
Mr Parker and I have been "buddies" since 1970. My dear friend always with a smile. Fly high buddy ❤️
My Prayers and Condolences to the family of Mr. Parker. You will truly be missed.🙏🙏🙏
Sorry to hear this Mr Perry was a good man and friend . Prayers for all
My condolences and deepest heartfelt sympathy to the family during this time. Sorry for the family's loss...
Cousin Perry's smile and the joy with which he approached life will forever leave a lasting impression on my life. He will truly be missed.
Sorry for your lost condolences to the family
To the family I'm sorry for the loss of my Parker my sincere condolences
My condolences and Prayers to the Parker family. Rest in Peace Mr. Perry 🕊️
To the Parker Family: I am so sorry for your loss, I pray God will comfort you all during this difficult time.
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