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Patrick Parker Obituary

Patrick W. Parker passed away July 5th due to complications from cancer surgery. He was born in Iowa City, IA on April 29, 1948; the eldest of six sons born to MAJ (Retired) William A. Parker and the late Anne (Evans) Parker. Patrick was a resident of Colorado Springs for over forty-five years. He was a 1966 graduate of Harrison High School and graduated from the University of Iowa in 1970. Pat taught in Harrison School District No. 2 from 1972 to 1993 at Centennial and Giberson Elementary and Harrison High School. He was a highly revered teacher and had a very unique teaching style. Due to Pat's Irish sense of humor and personality, he was able to motivate and inspire many of his students to reach for higher goals. Pat is survived by his father Bill, stepmother, June five brothers, Michael (Carol), Shaun (Julie), Kevin (Holly), Kelly and Casey. He is also survived by four step-sisters, two step-brothers and numerous nieces and nephews. Pat will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Memorial Service will be held at Holy Apostles Catholic Church, 4925 North Carefree Circle at 1:00 PM, Friday, July 10, with Father Paul Wicker officiating. Inurnment will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Uncle Wilber Fountain, in care of Friends of the Fountain, P.O. Box 1930, Colorado Springs, CO 80901.

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Published by The Gazette on Jul. 8, 2009.

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Helen and Jim Kovacs

July 14, 2009

Uncle Bill and June, Mike, Shaun, Kevin, Kelly and Casey,

So very sorry to hear of the loss of your son, brother and my cousin. I wish I had gotten to know him better, but reading the entries here have given me insight to his many wonderful qualities and attributes. I know you are all hurting and miss him dearly. Please know we are all thinking of you and praying for you. I'm sure Aunt Ann and Pat are in heaven now and catching up on all the news and having a good laugh together, because that's what the Parkers do, they know how to have a good time. I know his spirit will live on. God Bless Pat and all of you!

In Sympathy and Love,

Helen and Jim Kovacs

Ruth Merrill

July 11, 2009

I am soory to hear of Pat's passing. I haven't kept in touch, but I knew him well in high school and for a while beyond. What a fine guy he was--so smart and witty and always so kind to me. A sweet guy and a fine writer, even so young.

None of us who knew him so long ago could ever forget him. My heart goes out to his family and friends

Jim & Carol Hughes

July 10, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss. Pat was so unique and such a funny fellow. I met him at Centennial and enjoyed knowing him. We send our sincere condolences to all of the Parker family. And to Kelly, "We love you." Jim and Carol Hughes

July 9, 2009

To the Parker Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. There is no doubt Pat made the world a better and brighter place for many. We are deeply sorrowed by your loss.
With love and sympathy,
Gail Shawley and Dan White

A&D Vinatieri

July 9, 2009

Mike and Carol & Family,
we are so sorry for your loss. You are, as always, in our prayers.
The Vinatieri family

Jane Von Rueden

July 8, 2009

To the entire Parker family,

My sympathy is with you all at this very sad time. So sorry for your loss.

July 8, 2009

Dear Bill, Shaun, Mike, Kevin, Kelly and Casey -

We are so sorry for the loss of your son and brother and the grief you are going through.

Please know we are thinking of you all.

Lori Von Rueden and Jeff Pettibone

Jackie Maldonado

July 8, 2009

Dear Casey,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. You have my deepest sympathy. Please know that you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.

It's hard to say Good Bye, but, memories live forever.

God Bless.

Tammy McCullough

July 8, 2009

I am very lucky to have known Pat. He was always so kind to me, such a good heart. He always made me laugh. Pat is home now, walking with Jesus and his mom, pain free. My prayers are with the Parker family. I know the pain you all feel and I am so sorry. God Bless you and keep you.

July 8, 2009

Dear Family of Patrick,

We are deeply saddened by the loss of your Son and brother. He will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Love
Joe and Irene

Sylvia Parker

July 8, 2009

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Paul Von Rueden

July 8, 2009

To all the Parkers. There is no greater loss than that of a child and brother. We can be comforted in the knowledge that Pat is with his mother now and free of his earthly suffering. You will be in our prayers and thoughts.

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