Gregory (Greg) Gerard Parker Sr., 58, of Chesapeake, VA. passed peacefully into eternal rest on January 20, 2024. Greg was the son of George Parker Jr. (deceased) and Gladys Washington. He grew up in the Norview area of Norfolk and Cavalier Manor, Portsmouth and attended both Manor HS and Indian River HS. In 1983, he enlisted into the United States Army and served as a military police officer at Fort Hood, Texas until 1987. After an honorable release from active duty, he was employed by the Ford Motor Company as a security officer until 1995. In 2004, he founded Parker’s Lawn Service and eventually became a longshoreman for the International Longshoreman Association (ILA) Local 1248. Greg excelled as a longshoreman, qualifying as a Strad/Shuttle Truck Operator for Dock Gang 36. He served as President of the ILA Van Club and retired in December 2023.
Greg is survived by his loving wife Amoge Parker, his four sons, Javon Parker (Nicole), Devon Parker (Shevonne), Gregory Parker Jr., and Grayson Parker; his four daughters, Pia Parker, Jeslyn Parker Janelle Parker, and Jaylen Parker; his seven grandchildren, Mother Gladys Washington; and his siblings, George Parker III (Tonya), Gretchen Cannida (Cleveland), Javonne Washington (Andre) and Lakisha McClease (Deonte). Greg’s unique energy was kindness, loving life and living it to the fullest. He was a formidable chess player who loved cooking, fishing, and above all loved God. He was the epitome of generosity who gave without hesitation, a man of integrity who was passionate, a fierce defender of his loved ones, and the definition of a man who could face adversity and moonwalk through a field of landmines. Greg will always be in the hearts of many and will be deeply missed by his friends and family.
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Stephanie Harrell says
January 25, 2024 at 4:00 pmTo the Parker Family
Sending my condolences to The Parker Family. May God comfort you doing this time.
My Brother, Billy and I grew up across the street from Greg in Sunrise Hills.
Stephen Bailey says
January 25, 2024 at 5:10 pmTo the Parker family. We wish to send our deepest sympathies and condolences on the lost of our friend and brother (G). He will most certainly be missed by all. Love you always (G).
The Baileys 🥲🥲🥲🥲
Purnell white says
January 28, 2024 at 7:40 amSending my condolences to the parker family,Gregg was my next door neighbor for over 40 years, I’m gonna miss all the conservations we use to have,always had the smile,always had something positive to say,Gregg would help anybody, I’m still in shock but I know God knows best, he’s in no more pain,he fought a hard fight to the very end,rest in heaven heaven until we meet again,love u bro
Kristin Parker says
January 27, 2024 at 8:55 amIt’s hard to say goodbye to a friend of 43yrs whom you shared 26yrs of marriage with 3 kids and a life time of memories with.Weve been through the good the bad and the ugly but yet we’ve remained friends.Again I won’t say goodbye but what I will say is See ya around Parker .Until we meet again .We love you and your memory will forever live on in our hearts 💕
Kristin Parker says
January 27, 2024 at 8:56 amIt’s hard to say goodbye to a friend of 43yrs whom you shared 26yrs of marriage with 3 kids and a life time of memories with.Weve been through the good the bad and the ugly but yet we’ve remained friends.Again I won’t say goodbye but what I will say is See ya around Parker .Until we meet again .We love you and your memory will forever live on in our hearts. 💕
Lavelle Lowe says
January 27, 2024 at 9:59 amTo Greg and his family I send sincere condolences and prayers. This is a hard loss for all of us who knew this man of incredible character and integrity. Greg was the type of person that would always brighten up your day with his kind words and self comportment. He loved his family and friends to no end. Rest easy my friend, until we meet again.
Theresa Monroe. says
January 27, 2024 at 8:52 pmMy sincere condolences to the entire Parker family. I’ve never forgotten the kindness shown to Levi and I by Greg. He will be missed.
My heart and prayers are with you all.
Victress says
January 29, 2024 at 12:15 pmMy sincere condolences to the entire Parker family. I didn’t get to meet Greg in person but I MET him… He was a big brother to me, Would always tell me to let him know when my husband misbehaves so he can straighten him. I would miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tiffany Cosby says
January 30, 2024 at 11:09 pmTo the Parker Family,
I want to offer my heartfelt condolences and pray that God’s peace will fill your hearts.
Nette says
February 3, 2024 at 3:07 pmI haven’t gotten the chance to meet you all face to face, but even as my virtual friend I could see the love you had for your soulmate and your beautiful family and I send my love and condolences to you and your family. Rest easing knowing that God is telling him “well done and he can come in.” Love you all.