Raymond E. Parker Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Raymond (Ray) E. Parker, of Buckingham, passed away Saturday (Feb.17, 2018) at Presence St. Mary’s Hospital. He was born on August 4, 1933 in Harrisburg, IL, the son of James and Zula Joiner-Parker. Ray married Emma Anderson December 30, 1966. Stationed in Germany, Ray served his country with the United States Army from 1953-1955. When he was discharged, he took a job with Catepillar of Joliet, which he then retired from after 35 years. Ray was also a member of the American Legion of Herscher. Ray was a man of many ambitions. When it came to socialization, he was there. From dancing in local establishments, to attending sporting events for grandchildren, playing euchre with fellow town residents, and even throwing bags in cornhole tournaments, he enjoyed being around people. Ray never met a stranger, nor left an individual without smiling. Next to spending time with loved ones, Ray was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. If they were playing, there wasn’t a time that he didn’t have them on his T.V. And if the Chicago Cubs were playing, he randomly became a fan of the opposing team. Surviving are his two children; daughter Teri O’Brien, of Herscher, son Steven Parker, of Kankakee; special niece, Sue Harrod of Buckingham; one brother John Parker of Muddy, IL; five grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Ray left his earthly family to be with all of the loved ones he lost along his journey. He is preceded in death by his Wife, Emma; Parents, James and Zula; Sisters, Bonnie, Clara and Dorothy and son-in-law, Jason O’Brien. Visitation will be from 12 pm until 2 pm on Thursday, February 22, 2018 at Schreffler Funeral Home, Kankakee Chapel. A short funeral service will be held immediately after the visitation. Burial will be at Grand Prairie Methodist Church (12408W IL-Route 17, Bonfield). In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Prairie view Lutheran Home/Faith Place, Danforth, IL or Alzheimer’s Association.

Raymond E. Parker

August 4, 1933 - February 17, 2018

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