James Adolph Parker, Jr., an 80-year-old community hero who touched the lives of many and left an indelible mark, is leaving Fayetteville with heavy hearts. James Adolph Parker, Sr. was born on August 13, 1943, to Dorothy Dupree Parker and the late James Adolph Parker; he passed away on January 30, 2024, after a life filled with love, family, and a devotion to country music.
Fond Farewell to a Country Music Enthusiast and Devoted Family Man
The life narrative of James Parker, Jr. is intertwined with strands of unwavering devotion to his family and country music. People who were lucky enough to spend time with him felt the melody of his life. Brenda Parker, his sons Phillip and Neal, his grandson Kristopher, his granddaughters Jessica, Kristin, and Briley, and his seven great-grandchildren Aurora, Braylynn, Cayden, Dakota, Parker, Ryder, and Gianna are all testaments to his devotion to his family.
The people he has touched with his genuine kindness and compassion have never been the same. Generations will hold the memory of James Adolph Parker, Jr. in high regard because he was more than a name; he was an inspiration.
Community Gathers to Celebrate the Life and Legacy of James Parker
James Parker, Jr.’s life and legacy will be celebrated as the Fayetteville community mourns the loss of a beloved member. On Saturday, February 3, 2024, from 10:45 to 11:45 am, friends and family are welcome to pay their respects at Rogers and Breece Funeral Home. The Rogers and Breece Chapel will host a memorial service celebrating his life following the burial at 12 pm. Lafayette Memorial Park, his final resting place, will play host to the events of the final chapter.
The gathering is a touching tribute to James and a last goodbye to the people he touched. The community comes together in remembrance of a man whose life exemplified the grace of love, strength, and familial ties as they share stories, cry, and find comfort in one another’s presence.
In lieu of Flowers, Contributions Pour In for First Health Cancer Center in Memory of James Parker
Memorial contributions should be directed to the Foundation of First Health Cancer Center at 150 Apple Cross Rd Pinehurst, NC 27873. This is a gesture that reflects the compassionate spirit of James Parker, Jr., as suggested by his family. Aside from paying tribute to a life well-lived, the outpouring of support in his honor also helps a cause that is meaningful to each of us.
The outpouring of support for the First Health Cancer Center Foundation is a moving tribute to a man whose life’s work has touched the lives of so many, even after he passed away. The kindness that has come together to celebrate James Adolph Parker, Jr.’s life and fight against cancer will endure long after his family and friends have passed away.
In the days to come, Fayetteville will be haunted by the reverberations of James’s joy, the melody of his beloved songs, and the affection he had for his loved ones. The community comes together to honor the life of an extraordinary person whose music will touch many hearts and the ties of family and community will last forever.
