1916
Delbert
2015
Delbert Parker
September 21, 1916 — February 18, 2015
Delbert Watson Parker
1916 - 2015
Our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather Delbert Watson Parker, 98, passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 18, 2015. He was born on September 21, 1916 to James Slack Parker and Melinda Watson, the second oldest of five children. Dad was in the first graduating class (1932) at South High School.
On February 15, 1936, he married Constance Francis and they spent 37 years together raising two sons, Jim and Jerry. After Connie’s passing, he married Darlene Boren. She passed away June 19, 1995.
Dad owned and operated Parker Abbott Transfer & Storage for over 50 years. A more fair and honest man you couldn’t find. He took great pride in his work and his company. In 1989, he officially retired, but he never slowed down. At the age of 97, he was still passionate about his annual treks and primitive camping with his good friend Courtney.
Dad’s adventures are well documented in the many stories that he has left for us. After retiring, he became an avid writer, and he accounted for many of his trips such as fishing on the Fremont River, hunting in Twelve Mile Canyon and his trips to Alaska, with friends and family to visit his nephews Royle and Rahn. After Macular Degeneration took his vision and he could no longer write, he would type his stories on his old manual typewriter and then have one of his grandchildren or great grandchildren proofread and retype them for everyone.
Spending time with family was one of Dad’s greatest joys, and he always had time for a story. He especially loved reciting Si Hubbard for everyone and we were always amazed that he could remember the entire song. He taught us all life long lessons and we will forever cherish the time that we were allowed to spend with him.
Survived by his sons James Del (Linda) Parker, of West Valley, Utah; and Gerald Francis (Neta) of Woodland, Utah; 6 grandchidren, 13 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren, and sister Norma McKean of Salt Lake City, Ut.; and sister in law, Jean Parker of Ogden.
Preceded in death by his parents, wife Connie, wife Darlene, brother Ray, two sisters Linnie Gold, and Vilda Chivers.
The family wishes to thank Intermountain Homecare & Hospice, especially Audrey and Brittany for their care and kindness shown to Dad in his final weeks.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Woodland Cemetery.
The family will greet friends on Monday, February 23, 2015 from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. in the Woodland LD.S. Ward Chapel.
1916 - 2015
Our beloved father, grandfather, great grandfather, and great great grandfather Delbert Watson Parker, 98, passed away surrounded by loved ones on February 18, 2015. He was born on September 21, 1916 to James Slack Parker and Melinda Watson, the second oldest of five children. Dad was in the first graduating class (1932) at South High School.
On February 15, 1936, he married Constance Francis and they spent 37 years together raising two sons, Jim and Jerry. After Connie’s passing, he married Darlene Boren. She passed away June 19, 1995.
Dad owned and operated Parker Abbott Transfer & Storage for over 50 years. A more fair and honest man you couldn’t find. He took great pride in his work and his company. In 1989, he officially retired, but he never slowed down. At the age of 97, he was still passionate about his annual treks and primitive camping with his good friend Courtney.
Dad’s adventures are well documented in the many stories that he has left for us. After retiring, he became an avid writer, and he accounted for many of his trips such as fishing on the Fremont River, hunting in Twelve Mile Canyon and his trips to Alaska, with friends and family to visit his nephews Royle and Rahn. After Macular Degeneration took his vision and he could no longer write, he would type his stories on his old manual typewriter and then have one of his grandchildren or great grandchildren proofread and retype them for everyone.
Spending time with family was one of Dad’s greatest joys, and he always had time for a story. He especially loved reciting Si Hubbard for everyone and we were always amazed that he could remember the entire song. He taught us all life long lessons and we will forever cherish the time that we were allowed to spend with him.
Survived by his sons James Del (Linda) Parker, of West Valley, Utah; and Gerald Francis (Neta) of Woodland, Utah; 6 grandchidren, 13 great grandchildren, 7 great great grandchildren, and sister Norma McKean of Salt Lake City, Ut.; and sister in law, Jean Parker of Ogden.
Preceded in death by his parents, wife Connie, wife Darlene, brother Ray, two sisters Linnie Gold, and Vilda Chivers.
The family wishes to thank Intermountain Homecare & Hospice, especially Audrey and Brittany for their care and kindness shown to Dad in his final weeks.
Graveside services will be held on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the Woodland Cemetery.
The family will greet friends on Monday, February 23, 2015 from 6 to 8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10 to 10:45 a.m. in the Woodland LD.S. Ward Chapel.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Delbert Parker, please visit our flower store.
Service Schedule
Past Services
Visitation
Monday, February 23, 2015
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Woodland LDS Ward Chapel
Graveside Service
Tuesday, February 24, 2015
Starts at 11:00 am
Woodland Cemetery
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