September 1, 2012


A GLORIOUS DAY - Virginia Whitson Parker has joined John, Pat Thune, Edith Anderson and so many others in her heavenly home.

She left this earth early Saturday morning Sept 1, 2012 after a restful night. The timing was most likely chosen once John finished painting and installing shelves in their new mansion. :-)

Virginia lived a faithful life as wife, mother and encourager. Many lives and marriages are changed today as a result of her life. We are grateful for all she has meant to us and are thankful for her faithful example.

A memorial service is planned for Sunday afternoon at 3:30 Sept 16th at Yorba Linda Friends Church in Yorba Linda CA. For a map http://goo.gl/maps/AJ9Ab Service details are available from the church office at 714-777-2875.

Cards and notes may be sent to Howard Parker, 5126 Lakeview Ave, Yorba Linda CA 92886 and email to family@parkers.net. We will be adding your comments and thoughts to this website as they come in.
Richard Thune
Thinking of John Parker, what comes to mind are three things:
1) a lifelong loyal friendship with my dad and mom.  As a result, my family and I became believers and were nurtured and challenged by his teaching and his life.
2) a loving and exemplary relationship with his wife and family.  John practiced what he preached with regard to Virginia, his beloved life partner, and his kids and grandkids.
3) a passion to see people come to faith in Christ and follow Him.  I distinctly recall how he challenged people that if they wanted to experience joy, peace, and fulfillment, they need to "harmonize" their lives with God's principles.