William "Peaches " Parker Sr.

We are heartbroken to announce the sudden passing of our father, William “Peaches” Parker,

Sr. He passed away at 72 on Sunday, February 26, 2023. Our dad enjoyed fishing, hunting,

playing spades, and listening to jazz. He graduated with a master's degree in criminology from

Eastern University. He was a talented musician, playing the organ and piano by ear. He served

on several boards in the community and attended Bethesda Baptist Church. William will be

lovingly remembered by his children, William “Will” Jr., Tiffany, and Anthony; grandchildren;

Christopher Parker Smiley, Zeshonne Parker, Antonio Parker, Jackson Parker, Ariyah Parker,

siblings; Rosie Smith, Betty Ann Bibbs, Lillian Parker-Ward, Johnnie Jones, Alice Brown,

Patricia Briggs, Linda Lewis, James Parker, a devoted friend; Zebara Humphrey, and a host of

nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. William was predeceased in death by his parents, John

and Mary Parker, Sr., and brother John Parker, Jr.