Ricky Thomas Parker

Ricky Thomas Parker, age 60, beloved husband of Louise Parker of Norwalk CT, entered into eternal rest on April 21, 2014 with his devoted wife of 39 years by his side. He was born in Penny Hill, North Carolina on February 18th 1954 to the parents of the late Mr. Columbus Leroy and Annie Mae Parker.

Upon graduation from North Pitt High School in 1973 he moved to Norwalk CT. Shortly after arriving in Norwalk he became employed at Meyers Manufacturing for 15 years. There he took on various duties and responsibilities. After Meyers permanently closed its doors, he began his 25 year career at Triple 'S' as a drapery care and carpentry technician by attending classes where he became certified.

Ricky was a loving, fun, enjoyable person who cherished fellowship with his family. Some of his hobbies included fishing, grilling, gardening and sports. He was a very private person with a great sense of humor. He loved to laugh and enjoyed making others laugh as a well. He was an active member of Mount Zion Baptist church for several years where he sang with the mens choir.
He leaves to cherish his memories his beloved wife Louise Parker along with his three children Vanessa, Avey and Lawanda Parker. (7) brothers Jake R Parker (Barbara) of Princeville, NC, Johnny Mack Parker (Patricia) of Princeville, NC, Larry Danell Parker (Marshall) of Norwalk, CT, Amos Lee Parker (Dorothy) of Pinetops, NC, Donald Richard Parker (Gerelene) McCray Parker (Jeanette) of Princeville, NC Sunny and James Pippin (Lourdes) Wake forest, NC. (6) sisters Peggy Ann Ward (Herman) Philadelphia, PA, Emma Jean Fleming (William) of Princeville, NC Gloria Jean Hunter (William) Tarboro, NC, Diana Louise Williams of Greenville, NC and Tammy Lorraine Cogdell of Fayetteville, NC. (2) step brothers Willie Lee Allen (Jackie) and John David Allen (Gloria) both of Greenville, NC. A step sister Dorothy Pippins of Greenville, NC, As well as a host of nieces, nephew, aunts and uncles.

Viewing will take place at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 96 South Main Street, Norwalk, CT on Thursday, April 24, 2014. Friends may greet the family from 7 pm until 8 pm. Funeral services and burial will take place in North Carolina. Arrangements entrusted to Hemby-Willougby Mortuary, 266NC HWY 33E, Tarboro, NC 27886.