John T Parker,
October 17, 1927 - August 29, 2013
Obituary
FT. MYERS, FLA/MADISON- John T. Parker of Ft. Myers, Fla., and Madison, WI, passed away on Aug. 29, 2013. He was a true Southern gentleman, a man of great charisma and genuine warmth who was treasured by so many wonderful friends and family. He was born in Morristown, Tenn., to Mozella Coffey and Walter Shields Parker, deceased. Two of his three brothers, Walter “Butch” Parker and Robert “Bobby” Parker are also deceased. He is survived by his beloved and devoted wife, Mardi O’Brien Parker with whom he shared 21 fun-filled, action-packed years. He was preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, Dorothy Jean Ham, with whom he had two children, John Benjamin Parker of Oviedo, Fla., and Peggy Ball Cason, of Brentwood, Tenn.; grandchildren, Leah Ball Steen of Seattle, Wash., Chris Parker of Brentwood, Tenn., Brian Parker of Memphis, Tenn., Taylor and Parker Cason of Brentwood, Tenn., and their father, James E. “Buzz” Cason; his great-grandchildren, Alanah Parker, Nashville, Tenn., and Piper and Romy Steen, Seattle, Wash.; a brother, James Dean Parker of Pikeville, Tenn.; and several nieces and nephews. The death of this great man leaves the world without one of its brightest lights, but his love will shine on us for as long as we live. A memorial will be held in Florida at a later date. On-line condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Jim Mills
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I will never forget seeing that smiling face coming down the sidewalk
at my house in Morristown when I was 5 years old and Johnny was 13.
He was there to take me to the movie or around town with him, always
holding my hand as we crossed the streets.
It was always nice getting to see him over the years. He was a very
special person to me
.Cousin Jim Mills
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Michael Davis
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John and I became friends when I lived next door to John and his first wife on W. Hillview Dr. in Brentwood. He was one of the kindest people I've ever met. Always had a friendly greeting and a warm smile. I continued to keep in contact with him after he remarried and moved to Florida. My wife and I stopped to visit with him and Mardi when going to Sanibel, and enjoyed, so much, their warm hospitality. My deepest sympathy to Mardi and the Parker family. He will be sorely missed.
Mike Davis - Brentwood, TN
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Terry and Dianne Olive
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We went to church with John and Dot for many years. Also in a bridge group together, so, between the two, watched their children and grand-children grow up. We met Mardi when they first visited back in Nashville. Although we have not been together for a long time, John and his many kindnesses come to mind regularly. We extend our condolences to all the family. Terry and Dianne Olive, WaterColor, FL
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Renee Nonn
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Nothing but "CLASS." So very sad to read in our Madison paper today of his passing. Our heartfelt condolences to Mardi and alll their friends and family. He had such a welcoming demeanor and his southern charm was unlike any other. The heavens now have an extra bright star shining down on those he left behind. Our deepest sympathy, Ken & Renee Nonn,
Sauk City, WI
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Mike Koch
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Knowing John since his marriage to Mardi has been a great pleasure. He was truly a very gracious individual. I was fortunate to see him the morning before he left us, and got to meet his son and daughter, along with visit with his wife. My deepest sympathy to his lovely wife, Mardi, and to his family and many friends. Mike Koch, Fitchburg, WI., Punta Gorda, FL.
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Carroll and Grace De Weese
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John Parker was a real Southern Gentleman. We will always cherish the memories we had with John and Marti. John beautiful voice will be welcomed by the choir in heaven and he will be smiling done on us. Our Deepest Sympathy to Marti and Johns Family.
Carroll and Grace De Weese Punta Gorda, Florida