Herbert Frank Parker, 71, of Phenix City, AL, passed away on Monday evening at UAB Hospital, in Birmingham, AL. Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm EST, on Friday, October 27, 2017, at Vance Memorial Chapel with Reverend Ricky Ward officiating. Interment will be held at Lakeview Memory Gardens and the family will …
Read More
Herbert Frank Parker, 71, of Phenix City, AL, passed away on Monday evening at UAB Hospital, in Birmingham, AL.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 pm EST, on Friday, October 27, 2017, at Vance Memorial Chapel with Reverend Ricky Ward officiating. Interment will be held at Lakeview Memory Gardens and the family will receive friends Thursday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 pm EST at the funeral home.
Mr. Parker was born in Columbus, GA, the son of the late J.W. Parker and Edna Franklin Parker. He was with the Phenix City Fire Department for 10 years before working in Law Enforcement for 47 years including the DA’s office and the Russell County Sheriff’s office.
Other that his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Mary Francis Cole.
He is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Harry Parker; daughter, Kimberly Dawn Oakes, husband Jason; step daughter, Claire Van Horn; step son, David Frederick Van Horn, wife Cayce; sister, Shirley Faye Skinner, husband Richard; grandchildren, Josh Walker wife, Michelle, Zach Walker, Trent Oakes, wife Ashlee, Kaytlin Oakes, Ryan Allred, Eric Allred, Patrick Allred, Patton Van Horn, Bastian Van Horn and Emily Nelson; great grandchildren, Brodie Oakes, Bailey Walker, Easton Walker and Lily Allred; several nieces and nephews and extended family members and friends.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation, 230 East Ohio Street, Suite 500, Chicago, Illinois 60611or to the Alzheimer's Association, P.O. Box 96011
Washington, D.C. 20090-6011 or alz.org.
Carenjames Campbell
left a message on October 29, 2017:
I always felt safe on the property knowing that Herbert was so close by. Driving by his house and seeing his car or truck made me happy. He had a wonderful sense of humor and brought much laughter to out get togethers. He will be missed...
Richard Ward
left a message on October 28, 2017:
A candle was lit by Richard Ward on 2017/10/28
David Pate
left a message on October 28, 2017:
A candle was lit by David Pate on 2017/10/28
Jep and Shelly
left a message on October 27, 2017:
A candle was lit by Jep and Shelly on 2017/10/27
Letitia
left a message on October 27, 2017:
May I offer my sincere condolences for your loss. May your hearts find comfort in God's Word where it states: "He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord will wipe the tears from all faces" (Isaiah 25:8). Almighty God promises to awaken our loved ones to a world of true peace with no sickness (Isaiah 33:24), and no more troubles (Revelation 21:4) throughout eternity (Psalm 37:29). May your hearts find comfort and hope in God’s promises and for more comfort, please visit jw.org.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Steve Jackson
left a message on October 27, 2017:
My sincere condolences to the Parker family.
May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
RIP Herbert Parker
May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
RIP Herbert Parker
Carter and Shoan Greene
left a message on October 27, 2017:
An outstanding Peace Officer has gone to be with the Great Peace Maker. Rest In Peace my brother, your job has been well done.
Capt. Gerone Grant (Ret.)
left a message on October 27, 2017:
A candle was lit by Capt. Gerone Grant (Ret.) on 2017/10/27
Radford Welch
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by Radford Welch on 2017/10/26
Mike Suber
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A good man and will be greatly missed by his friends and the community.
Was part of that thin blue line that risked his life each day for us. Thanks and rest in peace.
Was part of that thin blue line that risked his life each day for us. Thanks and rest in peace.
Mike and Sheila Suber
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by Mike and Sheila Suber on 2017/10/26
Bob and Royce Ann Adkins
left a message on October 26, 2017:
One of the few people in this world that I can say added value to my life. I saw him give and give when he didn't have it. Taught me a lot about giving and his friendship and sense of humor I will sorely miss. Honest and caring. Take rest my friend. Life's trials and tribulations can no longer touch you. Peace and comfort to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of parting.
Jim Cole
left a message on October 26, 2017:
I know I am selfish. I never considered that you would really leave. Just two weeks ago you told me to call you if I needed anything, when I was telling you how I worried about your oxygen level dropping so low. I thought of you all day Monday an uneasy feeling I was going to see you Tuesday. When I got the call about your decline I left and flew to your side and when I saw you i knew our time was far too short. In life I tried to honor you, and I will continue to do that. Thank you for being a man I could look up to and always be proud to say you were my Uncle. God knows I miss you and I feel lost. I also know you woud not want me to be sad but remember you with a smile. I will check on Pat, Kim, and your babies and smile warmly when I do for it will be to honor you. I love You Unk... RIP
W. Curtis Lewis
left a message on October 26, 2017:
RIP Herbert.
Jim Baxley
left a message on October 26, 2017:
This is a big loss to the Law Enforcement community and I am sure he will be missed by a large number of Law Enforcement personnel. He has encouraged and inspired a lot of people. God bless and you will be greatly missed.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch
left a message on October 26, 2017:
Herbert, I knew as "Sonny." His dad always just called him Son. Sonny and I were childhood friends, from the age of 9 until about 17 when a lot of our school friends transferred to the County High School. We rode our bikes from his house to baseball practice at Idle Hour Park and most of Russell County. Hunting, fishing, camping weeks at a time in summer, swimming in the creek with friends, gathering up a group of boys, David Webb, Tommy Kelly, to attend church on most Sundays.
And help me greatly at the trial of my fathers murder. He would set beside me in court and chat during breaks. The D.A. was another of our Central High School friends Harold Davis.
"To be absent from this body is to be with our Lord" Go rest high upon the mountain young man, and may the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to all of your family at this time of loss.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch, Moreland, Ga.
And help me greatly at the trial of my fathers murder. He would set beside me in court and chat during breaks. The D.A. was another of our Central High School friends Harold Davis.
"To be absent from this body is to be with our Lord" Go rest high upon the mountain young man, and may the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to all of your family at this time of loss.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch, Moreland, Ga.
Jeff smith
left a message on October 26, 2017:
Mr Herbert was a great man..Always had a smile on his face and a kind word every time I had the privilege of speaking to him. Rest in peace my friend
Jean Everritt Griggs
left a message on October 26, 2017:
May the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to your family in this time of loss.
Brenda Sexton Starke
left a message on October 26, 2017:
My sincere condolences in your loss of Herbert.
Brenda Sexton Starke
Brenda Sexton Starke
JACKIE & SYLVIA ROGERS EILAND
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by JACKIE & SYLVIA ROGERS EILAND on 2017/10/26
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
James and Mary Anne Corcoran
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by James and Mary Anne Corcoran on 2017/10/26
Scott Smith
left a message on October 25, 2017:
Herbert was a good man, and we will miss him very much. I have fond memories of him going back nearly 30 years.
Scott Smith
Golden Stream Fishing Club
Scott Smith
Golden Stream Fishing Club
Sgt. Socrates J Miles Jr
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Sgt. Socrates J Miles Jr on 2017/10/25
Sgt. Socrates Miles (Ret).
left a message on October 25, 2017:
Thank you for all you did for me, and God bless you now you can rest.
Danny Sandlin Sr.
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Danny Sandlin Sr. on 2017/10/25
Tammie Johnson (Medical Park Pharmacy)
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Tammie Johnson (Medical Park Pharmacy) on 2017/10/25
Expression of Sympathy
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A RAYS OF SUMMER SUNSHINE was sent on October 25, 2017
A sweet southern soul will be missed. Hank and Winde Sullivan, Jim and Sandy Campbell
Randy and Cyndi Jackson
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Randy and Cyndi Jackson on 2017/10/25
Gayle Allen
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Gayle Allen on 2017/10/25
Paul & Lisa Brown
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Paul & Lisa Brown on 2017/10/25
Maria Erwin
left a message on October 25, 2017:
I only knew Herbert for a short time and our exchanges were nightly during the week when he would call to check on his beloved Pat. I always looked forward to those calls, brief as they were. I pray for comfort and peace for you all during the days and weeks to come.
Maria Erwin
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Maria Erwin on 2017/10/25
Margaret Burkes
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Margaret Burkes on 2017/10/25
Lynn & Diann Shelley
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Lynn & Diann Shelley on 2017/10/25
Jerry and Angela Jeffcoat
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Jerry and Angela Jeffcoat on 2017/10/25
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
Show More
×
Your condolence may need to be approved before it appears on this page. It may not appear immediately once submitted.
Carenjames Campbell
left a message on October 29, 2017:
I always felt safe on the property knowing that Herbert was so close by. Driving by his house and seeing his car or truck made me happy. He had a wonderful sense of humor and brought much laughter to out get togethers. He will be missed...
Richard Ward
left a message on October 28, 2017:
A candle was lit by Richard Ward on 2017/10/28
David Pate
left a message on October 28, 2017:
A candle was lit by David Pate on 2017/10/28
Jep and Shelly
left a message on October 27, 2017:
A candle was lit by Jep and Shelly on 2017/10/27
Letitia
left a message on October 27, 2017:
May I offer my sincere condolences for your loss. May your hearts find comfort in God's Word where it states: "He will swallow up death forever, and the Lord will wipe the tears from all faces" (Isaiah 25:8). Almighty God promises to awaken our loved ones to a world of true peace with no sickness (Isaiah 33:24), and no more troubles (Revelation 21:4) throughout eternity (Psalm 37:29). May your hearts find comfort and hope in God’s promises and for more comfort, please visit jw.org.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Steve Jackson
left a message on October 27, 2017:
My sincere condolences to the Parker family.
May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
RIP Herbert Parker
May God give you peace and comfort at this time.
RIP Herbert Parker
Carter and Shoan Greene
left a message on October 27, 2017:
An outstanding Peace Officer has gone to be with the Great Peace Maker. Rest In Peace my brother, your job has been well done.
Capt. Gerone Grant (Ret.)
left a message on October 27, 2017:
A candle was lit by Capt. Gerone Grant (Ret.) on 2017/10/27
Radford Welch
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by Radford Welch on 2017/10/26
Mike Suber
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A good man and will be greatly missed by his friends and the community.
Was part of that thin blue line that risked his life each day for us. Thanks and rest in peace.
Was part of that thin blue line that risked his life each day for us. Thanks and rest in peace.
Mike and Sheila Suber
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by Mike and Sheila Suber on 2017/10/26
Bob and Royce Ann Adkins
left a message on October 26, 2017:
One of the few people in this world that I can say added value to my life. I saw him give and give when he didn't have it. Taught me a lot about giving and his friendship and sense of humor I will sorely miss. Honest and caring. Take rest my friend. Life's trials and tribulations can no longer touch you. Peace and comfort to the family. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of parting.
Jim Cole
left a message on October 26, 2017:
I know I am selfish. I never considered that you would really leave. Just two weeks ago you told me to call you if I needed anything, when I was telling you how I worried about your oxygen level dropping so low. I thought of you all day Monday an uneasy feeling I was going to see you Tuesday. When I got the call about your decline I left and flew to your side and when I saw you i knew our time was far too short. In life I tried to honor you, and I will continue to do that. Thank you for being a man I could look up to and always be proud to say you were my Uncle. God knows I miss you and I feel lost. I also know you woud not want me to be sad but remember you with a smile. I will check on Pat, Kim, and your babies and smile warmly when I do for it will be to honor you. I love You Unk... RIP
W. Curtis Lewis
left a message on October 26, 2017:
RIP Herbert.
Jim Baxley
left a message on October 26, 2017:
This is a big loss to the Law Enforcement community and I am sure he will be missed by a large number of Law Enforcement personnel. He has encouraged and inspired a lot of people. God bless and you will be greatly missed.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch
left a message on October 26, 2017:
Herbert, I knew as "Sonny." His dad always just called him Son. Sonny and I were childhood friends, from the age of 9 until about 17 when a lot of our school friends transferred to the County High School. We rode our bikes from his house to baseball practice at Idle Hour Park and most of Russell County. Hunting, fishing, camping weeks at a time in summer, swimming in the creek with friends, gathering up a group of boys, David Webb, Tommy Kelly, to attend church on most Sundays.
And help me greatly at the trial of my fathers murder. He would set beside me in court and chat during breaks. The D.A. was another of our Central High School friends Harold Davis.
"To be absent from this body is to be with our Lord" Go rest high upon the mountain young man, and may the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to all of your family at this time of loss.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch, Moreland, Ga.
And help me greatly at the trial of my fathers murder. He would set beside me in court and chat during breaks. The D.A. was another of our Central High School friends Harold Davis.
"To be absent from this body is to be with our Lord" Go rest high upon the mountain young man, and may the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to all of your family at this time of loss.
Wayne & Winnett Crouch, Moreland, Ga.
Jeff smith
left a message on October 26, 2017:
Mr Herbert was a great man..Always had a smile on his face and a kind word every time I had the privilege of speaking to him. Rest in peace my friend
Jean Everritt Griggs
left a message on October 26, 2017:
May the Grace of our Heavenly Father bring peace to your family in this time of loss.
Brenda Sexton Starke
left a message on October 26, 2017:
My sincere condolences in your loss of Herbert.
Brenda Sexton Starke
Brenda Sexton Starke
JACKIE & SYLVIA ROGERS EILAND
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by JACKIE & SYLVIA ROGERS EILAND on 2017/10/26
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
James and Mary Anne Corcoran
left a message on October 26, 2017:
A candle was lit by James and Mary Anne Corcoran on 2017/10/26
Scott Smith
left a message on October 25, 2017:
Herbert was a good man, and we will miss him very much. I have fond memories of him going back nearly 30 years.
Scott Smith
Golden Stream Fishing Club
Scott Smith
Golden Stream Fishing Club
Sgt. Socrates J Miles Jr
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Sgt. Socrates J Miles Jr on 2017/10/25
Sgt. Socrates Miles (Ret).
left a message on October 25, 2017:
Thank you for all you did for me, and God bless you now you can rest.
Danny Sandlin Sr.
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Danny Sandlin Sr. on 2017/10/25
Tammie Johnson (Medical Park Pharmacy)
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Tammie Johnson (Medical Park Pharmacy) on 2017/10/25
Expression of Sympathy
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A RAYS OF SUMMER SUNSHINE was sent on October 25, 2017
A sweet southern soul will be missed. Hank and Winde Sullivan, Jim and Sandy Campbell
Randy and Cyndi Jackson
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Randy and Cyndi Jackson on 2017/10/25
Gayle Allen
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Gayle Allen on 2017/10/25
Paul & Lisa Brown
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Paul & Lisa Brown on 2017/10/25
Maria Erwin
left a message on October 25, 2017:
I only knew Herbert for a short time and our exchanges were nightly during the week when he would call to check on his beloved Pat. I always looked forward to those calls, brief as they were. I pray for comfort and peace for you all during the days and weeks to come.
Maria Erwin
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Maria Erwin on 2017/10/25
Margaret Burkes
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Margaret Burkes on 2017/10/25
Lynn & Diann Shelley
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Lynn & Diann Shelley on 2017/10/25
Jerry and Angela Jeffcoat
left a message on October 25, 2017:
A candle was lit by Jerry and Angela Jeffcoat on 2017/10/25
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
×
Your condolence may need to be approved before it appears on this page. It may not appear immediately once submitted.
Thank you for leaving a condolence..
Your comment has been submitted for moderation.