Mr. Lewis Parker

Lewis Enzor Parker, 82, passed away at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital on Sunday, July 17th. He was born in Smithville, Georgia on September 6, 1939 to William Henry Parker and Martha Bowen. He graduated from Edison High School in 1957 and joined the United States Navy shortly after at the age of 17. He was raised in Edison, Georgia by his Aunt Leola and Uncle Johnnie Durrance. He married Linda Ware Parker in 1973 and was a devoted husband for 48 years. He proudly served his country and retired as an E8 after 20 years of service. He travelled the world and enjoyed telling the stories of all he experienced. He served under General Westmoreland and received the Joint Service Medal during his time in Vietnam. After retiring from the Navy in Pensacola, Florida, he became a real estate agent for a short time before moving to Albany, Georgia to be closer to family. He started work at Delco Remy when the plant opened in 1978 and was able to retire after 20 years when the plant closed in 1998. He loved his job and made many lifelong friends that he continued to keep in contact with throughout the years. After retirement he enjoyed travelling, golfing, fishing, dove hunting, and spending time with family and friends. He was a devoted husband, father, “Papa”, brother, and friend. He loved the Atlanta Braves and could always be counted on for a play by play game recap! He loved his furbabies and often had them on his lap watching the game. He had a gift for storytelling and loved to share his stories with others. He is survived by his children, Michael Parker (Julie) of Clermont, Florida, Susan Overlees of Spartanburg, South Carolina, and Kristi Somers (Paul) of Albany, Georgia, and grandchildren Kelley and Parker Overlees, Chase Somers, Jackson, Laven, and Kolsten Parker, a sister-in-law and brother-in-law (Pat and Lee Turner) of Newberry, South Carolina, and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife, parents, aunt and uncle, and brother, Billie Parker. Visitation will be held at Kimbrell-Stern on Thursday, July 21st from 11:30 a.m. – 12:45 p.m. with the graveside service immediately following at 1 p.m. at Crownhill Cemetery. He will be laid to rest with full military honors.

Mr. Lewis Parker

September 6, 1939 - July 17, 2022