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William J. Parker

February 29, 1936 - August 08, 2017

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Obituary For William J. Parker

February 29, 1936 - August 8, 2017

Parker, William J., age 81, of Carrick, passed away on Tuesday, August 8, 2017. Born on February 29, 1936 to the late William and Wanda Parker. Husband of 14 years to Jacqueline Cameron; predeceased by his wife of 35 years, the late Nance Parker; loving father of Debra (James Dubina) of Canonsburg, William (Denise) of Canonsburg, and Bruce (Nancy) of Coraopolis; step-father of Deborah (Roy Maleski) of Carrick, Sherrie (Ernest Kubick) of Carrick and Kevin (Kayla) Cameron of Carrick; brother to the late John (survived by Kathleen) Parker. Also survived by eight grandchildren; 7 step-grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; 6 step-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Bill was a Firefighter for the City of Pittsburgh, starting his career in Hays and retiring from Fire Company #23 of Carrick. He was a carpenter by trade, but his love was representing Santa Claus at many local parades and Christmas functions. He was loved and will be missed by many.

Relatives and friends will be received at the John F. Slater Funeral Home, Inc., 412-881-4100, 4201 Brownsville Road, Brentwood 15227 on Saturday, August 12, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, August 13, 2017 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. where a blessing service will be held on Monday morning at 11:00. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Hazelwood.

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  • December 11, 2019

    Dear Jackie & Family, What a shocking loss to all of you...I knew Bill only through the loving words that his devoted wife, Jackie, used in speaking about him...he sounded like quite a guy...he will be missed by his family & all who were privileged to know him personally...the world is sorely in need of more men like him...feel blessed to have had him in your lives...bear his name proudly into your futures. With sincere sympathy, Jean Misutka (friend of Jackie)

  • December 11, 2019

    Sorry to hear about his passing. Prayers for family and friends. I will not be able to come to the Funeral Home. Not feeling well enough to leave the house. Sorry.

  • December 11, 2019

    Sorry to hear about his passing. Prayers for family and friends. I will not be able to make to the Funeral Home. Still not feeling well.

  • December 11, 2019

    Very sorry to hear about the loss of your Pap-Pap Bill... our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family...

  • December 11, 2019

    Jackie and family, I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Praying for strength for this difficult time.

  • December 11, 2019

    Billy/Bruce The only person I ever met who was a harder worker than young Bill Parker, was Bill Parker Sr. A Good Father, Good Husband and Good Man. My Sincere Condolences to The Parker family and all who knew your Dad. Jay Davison & Family

  • December 11, 2019

    You will be missed, Uncle Bill. You'll always be Santa to my kids.

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