- Collection:
- African American Funeral Programs from the Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System
- Title:
- A celebration of the homegoing of Mr. Lee Sangster Parker, Monday, February 28, 1994, 3:00 p.m., Bethel A.M.E. Church, St. Matthews, South Carolina, Reverend C. C. Burgess, officiating
- Date of Original:
- 1994-02-28
- Subject:
- Funeral rites and ceremonies--South Carolina--Saint Matthews
Mourning customs--South Carolina--Saint Matthews
Funeral service--South Carolina--Saint Matthews
Genealogy
African American men--South Carolina--Saint Matthews--History--20th century
African Americans--Funeral customs and rites--South Carolina--Saint Matthews--History--20th century
African Americans--South Carolina--Saint Matthews--Genealogy - Location:
- United States, South Carolina, Calhoun County, Saint Matthews, 33.66488, -80.77787
- Medium:
- church records
programs (documents) - Type:
- Text
- Format:
- application/pdf
- Description:
- Program for the February 28, 1994 funeral of Lee Sangster Parker. Funding for this project provided by Georgia HomePLACE, a unit of the Georgia Public Library Service.
- Local Identifier:
- Folder-P-Q-0005
- External Identifiers:
- Metadata URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/id:dlg_fpro_parkerleesangster19940228
- Digital Object URL:
- https://dlg.galileo.usg.edu/do:dlg_fpro_parkerleesangster19940228
- Language:
- eng
- Bibliographic Citation (Cite As):
- Cite as: [title of program], Eula M. Ramsey Johnson Memorial Funeral Program Collection, Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System System, as presented in the Digital Library of Georgia.
- Extent:
- 4 pages
- Original Collection:
- Eula M. Ramsey Johnson Memorial Funeral Program Collection, Augusta-Richmond County Public Library System, Augusta, Georgia
- Holding Institution:
- Augusta-Richmond County Public Library
- Rights:
-
A Celebration O f The Homegoing O f
Mr. Lee Songster Parker
Monday, February 28, 1994 - 3:00 P. M. BETHEL A. M. E. CHURCH St. Matthews, South Carolina REVEREND C. C. BURGESS - OFFICIATING -
OBITUARY
LEE SANGSTER PARKER was bom in Henning, Tennessee on April 13, 1919 to the late Anthony and Maggie Songster Parker. He departed this life on Friday, February 25, 1994.
He received his early education in Ripley, Tennessee at the Lauderdale County Training School. He was called to serve his country during World War II where he served in North Africa, Italy, Germany andEngland. After receiving an honorable discharge in 1946, Lee continued his education at Allen Univer sity and South Carolina State University, earning a Bachelor o fArts degree and a Masters o f Education degree, respectively. He didfurther studies at Morris College, Claflin College and the University o fSouth Carolina.
Mr. Parker taught at Lang Syne Elementary School in Ft. Motte, Guinyard Elementary, John Ford High School, and various other schools in the county. He retiredfrom the Calhoun County School System after thirty-two years o f untiring service. After retirement, he could befound as a constant supporter o f Kimberly, Andrea and Richard, in any event in which they participated. He continued to serve his community by working with Adult Literacy and various volunteer services.
Lee loved his church and served in many leadership capacities, including thirty-seven years as Sunday School Superintendent. He servedfaithfully in Star Banner Lodge Number 143. He was a member o f numerous service, educational and civic organizations and was especially proud o f his lifetime membership in the NAACP.
Lee Parker was a devotedfamily man. He dearly loved his wife offorty-six years, his son, brothers, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, godchildren and any young person who needed a kind word and a helping hand. He was never too busy to listen or give advice. His kind and gently manner endeared him to all he came in contact with. He loved helping others and everybody loved "Mr. Lee."
He leaves to cherish wonderful memories a devoted wife, Mrs. Hennie Owens Parker; a loving son and daughter-in-law, Dr. Anthony Owens Parker and Mrs. Sandra Pinkney Parker; three adoring grandchildren, Kimberly Anita, Andrea Janell and Richard Anthony. Three brothers, Ewell Parker, Silas Parker andJames Parker-Bey. One sister-in-law, Mrs. Josephine Parker and a host o f dedicated godchidlren, nieces, nephews, cousins, former students and friends.
Lee Parker loved others andproved it everyday by his deeds. Let the people that he touched, touch others.
ORDER OF SERVICE
PROCESSIONAL................ .. "Jesus Saviour Pilot Meet" - No. 372
H Y M N ........................... .................... "WhatA Fellowship"-No. 325
PRAYER
SCRIPTURE Old Testament - Reverend B. Boston New Testament - Reverend A. Finley
''Reflections of G randdaddy"........................................ Andrea Parker
REMARKS:
Family - James Parker Bey Church - Mrs. Pemell Lawrence Star Banner Lodge #143 - Willie E. Snipes Community - Mr. Thomas Murphy, Sr.
SELECTIO N ................................................"Rock o fAges" - No. 328
WORDS OF C O M FO RT..............................Reverend C. C. Burgess
SOLO
RECESSIONAL......................................... "ICannot Tell"- No. 126
COMMITTAL & BEN ED ICTIO N ..................................... Cemetery
INTERMENT Bethel A. M. E. Church Cemetery
St. Matthews, South Carolina
ACKNOWLEDGMENT The family wish to thank each of you for the many ways you've shown your love and support. Your kindness will always be remembered; your thought fulness will forever be appreciated. We are grateful for you, and wish that God bless each and every one of you with His love.
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
Men of the 20 + 4 Club
ACTIVE PALLBEARERS
Star Banner Lodge #143
FT.ORAL BEARERS
Eastern Stars and Women of 20 + 4 Club
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LEE An understanding Husband
A best Friend to his Son A Brother who was therefo r us A Grandfather second to None
He loved People and people loved him He cared and had time fo r us all
It was a comfortingfeelingjust to know That he was as close as a call
Each beautiful sunrise must have a sunset Let us bast in thejoy that he brought There should be no sad tears today For we know that's not what he taught.
Because we all know if there isjust one more thing he could tell us His words would surely be "Go on with your lives,
Keep myfamily in your prayers And let the work that I've done speak fo r M e."
I love you Lee S. Sandra
2469 Senate Street Columbia, SC 256-8088
SERVICE BY J. P. Holley Funeral Home
102 Church Street St. Matthews, SC
874-3317