Jack Boyd PARKER

1942 - 2016

Jack Boyd PARKER obituary, 1942-2016, Phoenix, AZ

BORN

1942

DIED

2016

FUNERAL HOME

Green Acres Mortuary & Cemetery

401 North Hayden Road

Scottsdale, Arizona

Jack PARKER Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 19, 2016.

Jack was born in Gary, Indiana, August 27, 1942. He died in Hospice Care at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Scottsdale, Arizona on September 18, 2016. Jack was an entrepreneur and business man the majority of his life. He loved being around people and making the deals. He lived in the Chicago area, Ohio, Detroit, Douglas, AZ, Phoenix, AZ and St. Maarten in the Caribbean. He enjoyed life and making new friends. He wrote the original AHCCCS program for the state of Arizona. Ed Brown was his mentor, as well as his brother, Frank. Jack is survived by his wife, Linda, and had a large blended family with 10 surviving children and 17 Grandchildren. He even managed to outdo the Brady Bunch. He was especially close to his nieces, Lynette Parker and Trish Arredondo. Donations in lieu of flowers can be given to the Sherman House at Mayo Clinic Hospital. They were extremely caring during his short stay and we thank them for all their consideration and help.A visitation will be held at Green Acres Mortuary at 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ on Friday, September 23, 2016 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday September 24, 2016 at Green Acre's Mortuary with a committal service to follow.

Jack's Blended Family


Survived by sisters Kathy Mioduski, Phoenix and Lynette Mayen, Indiana.

Survived by many nieces and nephews.

Children:

Elizabeth Gilmore Husband - Rick Gilmore Prescott Valley, AZ
Charlie Le Duff Detroit, MI
James Parker Wife - Dawn Detroit, MI
Frank Jason Parker Detroit, MI
William Damon Parker Wife - Kim Detroit, MI
Jeremy Richmond Wife - Angela Malvern, IA
Lisa Wyant Husband - Nick Wyant Belvoir, VA
Angelina Cook Arlington, TX
Don Sanne Fiancée - Amber Rouse Omaha, NE
Tracy Sanne Omaha, NE

Grandchildren:

Samantha Gilmore Austin, TX
Richard Gilmore Las Vegas, NV
Krystalynn Parker Detroit, MI
Jimmy Parker Detroit, MI
Payton Parker Detroit, MI
Happy Parker Detroit, MI
America Parker Detroit, MI
Morgan Parker Detroit, MI
Taylor Parker Detroit, MI
Jakob Parker Detroit, MI
Nathan Grantham Richmond, VA
Jocelyn Wyant Ft. Belvoir, VA
Walker Wyant Ft. Belvoir, VA
Ryder Wyant Ft. Belvoir, VA
Colton Cook Arlington, TX
Ella Cook Arlington, TX
Carly Cook Arlington, TX

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October 8, 2016

Clyde Lorance

Sorry to hear about Jacks death. I got to know him in St, Maarten, at Peg Legs and playing cards. He was always reading a book at the card table and a blast to be around. He will be missed.

September 26, 2016

Carla

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Parker family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

September 26, 2016

John Cizmar

I will never forget the fresh fish and tasty steaks at peg leg in SXM! We will miss you in the islands! John C. Chicago

September 24, 2016

Jim and Sandy Molloy

Always a pleasant experience being around Jack, May he rest in peace

September 24, 2016

Ray and Nancy Authier

Linda,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time. We met you in Sint Maarten, and once, the both of you came to our villa overlooking the Divi. We will never forget the great food and music that we enjoyed for so many years, you and Jack have provided wonderful memories that will last forever. Gone , but never forgotten

September 24, 2016

Linda,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and all of your family at this time. We met you in Sint Maarten , and you and Jack once came to our villa overlooking the Divi . We enjoyed your restaurants and we made memories that we will never forget. You and Jack will always be remembered
Ray and Nancy Authier
Ludlow, Ma

September 24, 2016

Betsy & Bill Johnston

Jack and Linda were a special part of our SXM lives ... we always looked forward to spending time with them at Peg Legs'. His knowledge and friendliness were a big part of our enjoyment of SXM. Jack always had a book in his hand, and was more than willing to discuss any topic that you could mention. He will be sorely missed. May God bless his family, and take Jack directly to "heaven's library" ... he will love it there.

Bill and Betsy Johnston
843-222-1439 SC & FL

September 23, 2016

Jack was a good man and will be missed , my thoughts and prayers go out to his family in this very sad time.

Greg & Kay Genchi - Phoenix,AZ

September 22, 2016

Cynthia Avalon

September 22, 2016

Claire & David Polsey

We knew Jack from Peg Legs in Sint Maarten,we went several times a year and loved the food and the shows. David also played poker with Jack at the Casino at the Pelican. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time. Claire and David Polsey from Massachusetts.

September 22, 2016

Marnie Pailey

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Rest in peace dear Jack xo

September 20, 2016

Jack Rinaldi

I knew Jack...and Linda from St Maarten....very nice people. RIP Jack.

Jack Rinaldi

September 20, 2016

Jim O'Kelly

Jack loved playing jokes. I remember we were in a house in Gary and Jack had made a sale. He was taking a credit app. He asked the lady where she worked. She said I work at US Steel. He said what do you do? She said I am a Hooker. He said how much money do you make? She said I make $200.00 a week. With that sheepish smile of his he looked her straight in the face and said,"hell I know a hooker that makes twice that much. I fell off the chair laughing. That was my man Jack.

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5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

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401 North Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257

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