Funeral service for Lt. Col. Jerry Parker (ret.), 95, will be Monday, November 16, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Wayne Speegle officiating and Peck Funeral Home directing. Burial will be in Burningtree Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be Monday, November 16, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Peck Funeral Home.
Lt. Col. Parker died on Thursday, November 12, 2026 at his residence. He was born February 3, 1931, in Randolph County, to Naomi Parker, who preceded him in death.
Lt Col. Jerry Parker proudly served in the United States Army and the National Guard for 36 years. He received many medals and honors during his service. His last tour of duty was at the Pentagon in Washington,DC. He was a member of the Beltline Church of Christ.
He thought of Judy Keenum, Phillip and Sherry Miller, and Logan and Jordan Miller as his honorary family members.
Survivors include
Wife – Louise Persons Parker,
Sons – Kenny Parker (Debbie) and
Jim Parker,
Daughter – Peggy Bumpus (Tim),
Five Grandchildren and
Four Great Grandchildren
Pallbearers will be Nathaniel Parker, Austin Parker, Jameson Caltrider, Bill Persons, Phillip Miller, and Buck LeMay.
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