AULANDER, NC – Avery Marcus Parker, age 62, passed away on September 14, 2017 at the Vidant Roanoke Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, NC.
Mr. Parker was born on January 3, 1955 to Wiley Cleveland Parker, Sr. and Rebecca Undine Fuller Parker in Burgaw, NC. Avery was always very outgoing and had many friends. He loved his family, enjoyed literature, especially Charles Dickens, listening to BBN (Bible Broadcast Network), and the game of baseball. Avery had a great love of music and enjoyed playing the piano and singing. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Avery is survived by two brothers, Wiley C. Parker Jr. and wife Carolyn of Durham, NC, and Victor A. Parker and wife Cynthia of Raleigh, NC; four sisters, Nancy P. Bracy and husband Dr. Odie L. Bracy III of Indianapolis, IN, Ellen M. Parker, Betty P. Young, Claire P. Morris and husband Lee, all of Aulander, NC, three nieces; Shannon, Rebecca, and Carmen, seven nephews; Odie IV, Jared, Michael, Robert, Dylan, Sean, and David, eight great-nieces; Cali, Kayla, Sophia, Alyssa, Zoe, Ella, Lily, and Charlotte, four great-nephews; Odie V, Cody, Hayden, and Isaac, along with extended family and many friends.
The family will have a private burial for Avery, however friends may pay their respects anytime between 10:00 am and 4:00 pm at Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service, Ahoskie, NC.
Garrett-Sykes Funeral Service – Ahoskie Chapel is handling the arrangements for the Parker family and online condolences can be directed to the family by visiting www.garrettsykesfs.com.
So sorry to hear of Avery’s passing. We can only imagine the sorrow and sadness that you must feel having lost your brother. We especially regret not knowing until a day or two ago. We love you.
May the Lord comfort each of your hearts and grant you peace as He alone is able.
May God Bless your family during this difficult time. I hope it helps to know your family is loved and in my prayers. Avery was a sweet man.✝️
Melba Terry Phillips
Claude and I were sad to hear about Avery’s passing. We extend our sympathy to the Parker family and pray that God will bless you and keep you in His care. All of my Parker cousins are dear to me and I believe that the love of God will comfort you.
Love,
Wynette
AVERY COULD ALWAYS PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE OR CREATE A HIDDEN GIGGLE IN ME IN HIGH SCHOOL. HE ALWAYS MADE ME FEEL SAFE.. HIS CRAZY ANTICS ALWAYS LEFT YOU WONDERING.. WHAT WILL HE DO NEXT.. HE WAS THE FREE BIRD OF LIFE. GONNA MISS YOU OL FRIEND
Sorry We missed Y’all Saturday! This world sure is gonna miss Avery’s beautiful smile!
Much LOVE,
Ann, Dalles, Teresa
Sorry for your loss. Sending hugs to Ellen, Betty and Claire and all the family….I have many memories of our childhood times together.
So sorry for your loss. I’m sorry I didn’t ever stop by to visit. We all had some good times growing up in Millennium. I know ya’ll will miss him. Love and prayers.
I too am saddened to hear of Avery’s passing. I am flooded with good memories of our teenage years in Millenium. Praying for special blessing on the family and his many friends.
So saddened to hear of Avery’s passing. He was a good friend to me beginning in the 4th grade in Ahoskie. We remained friends through high school. I’ll always remember how Avery loved singing in our band. Sometimes I think he missed his calling as he was a really good singer, quick to laugh and deeply religious. Will always warm my heart when I think of my old friend singing with those angels now!