Obituary of Neil Parker
Parker, Thomas NEIL
A resident of Chatham, Neil Parker peacefully passed away at his home on Sunday, December 24, 2017 in his 69th year.
Neil was the son of the late John & Velma Parker.
Devoted husband of Barbara Parker (nee Reaume).
Loving dad of Amanda Forbes & Shawn Hartford (Amber).
Brother of Glen Parker (Dianne), Rick Parker & Kim Plank (Gordon).
Predeceased by his sister, Gwen Parker (1979).
Missed by many nieces, nephews & extended family.
Neil operated Parker's Auto Wreckers with his brother Glen until illness forced them to retire in 2007. He played & coached slo-pitch with various teams in the Chatham area.
A Memorial Service in Neil's memory will be held on Sunday, December 31, 2017 at 1:00 pm at McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham. Cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of ones choice.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com.
McKinlay Funeral Home
459 St Clair Street
Chatham
519 351 2040
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