of New Blaine, AR
September 27, 1933 - November 4, 2023
Howard C. (Bill Jack) Parker, 90, of New Blaine, Arkansas passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023 in Fayetteville, Arkansas. He was born on September 27, 1933 in New Blaine to his parents, Harrison and Mrytle (Jones) Parker.
Bill Jack proudly served his country in Germany for the United States Army. He started working at a very young age helping his dad and older brother cut timber. He later worked in auto body repair for Gosnell in Russellville and Paris Ford where he later retired. He and his wife, Carolyn, raised parakeets for many years. He loved coon and deer hunting and fishing. He always was known to raise a large garden and cut many ricks of firewood for his entire family and many members of the community to enjoy. He was a devoted Christian, husband and father and was a valuable member of the Church of Christ in New Blaine. Anyone that new Bill Jack would be able to recall one of his lifetime stories because he had many and he will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by four sister, Corrine Gunter, Velma Thayer, Ruby Jewell Chandler and Ila Mae Thomas; three brothers, Eugene, Carlin and Jimmy Parker and two infant siblings.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Carolyn (Garrison) Parker; one daughter, Pamela Ann Binz and husband, Garry of New Blaine; one son, Bradford Parker and wife, Amy of New Blaine; 5 grandchildren, Bryan Binz, Jason Binz and wife, Amber, Jonathan Binz and wife, Jessica, Amanda Ungerank and husband, Wayne and Ben Parker and wife, Mollie; 9 great-grandchildren, Annabelle Binz, Caroline Binz, Emersyn Binz, John Parker Binz, Payton Ungerank, Maddie Ungerank, Jackson Ungerank, John Luke Parker and James Eli Parker and his great neice, Judy (Garrison) Valenti.
A visitation will be held from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at Roller Funeral Home Chapel in Paris.
A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 8, 2023 at the Church of Christ in New Blaine, officiated by Bro. Darien Downs. Burial will follow in Elizabeth Hall Cemetery under the direction of Roller Funeral Home in Paris.
Pallbearers will be Bryan Binz, Jason Binz, Jonathan Binz, Ben Parker, Payton Ungerank and Wayne Ungerank.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jiggs Garrison, Ralph Sills, Jim Kay, Paul Carothers, Charles Carothers, J.L. Martin, Larry Miller and all of his friends from the Dinner Bucket.
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22 Condolence(s)
brian W authier
Monday, November 20, 2023
seems like 35/40 years ago i meet MR Parker at the trading post restaurant when it was in the store ..he would tell me stories of how he logged in the mountains with a team of mules ..he was a really nice man to a stranger at that time..i looked foword of talking to MR Parker every year when i came to deer hunt ..i will miss talking to MR Parker as i know everyone will.and god bless his family and rest in peace MR Parker....
Ronnie & Linda Miller
Sunday, November 12, 2023
Our heartfelt sympathy to Billy Jack's wife & family. We were honored to know him. The community lost a good, and hard-working man. Ron & Linda Miller
Joe Schluterman
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Prayers for all his family and friends. Billy Jack was a great friend, co-worker and customer for many years. We always had great conversations about everything!! He was one of the most hard working guys I have ever known. I will miss him so much as we always had a lot to talk about. May he rest in peace. He will be missed!!
Joey Herrin
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Ben and Mollie, Very sorry for your loss...
Be encouraged as you all celebrate a life well lived. "For everything there is a season..
a time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance.."
Kristi and I will continue to lift you and your family up in prayer.
Dale Kinder
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Bill Jack will be missed. I'm proud to have known him. My heartfelt condolences to the family,
Anna Gene Parker
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
Good Night Sweet Prince… my hero for 83 years!
Loretta Reynolds Gafford
Monday, November 6, 2023
Sorry for your loss! Comfort and peace to the Family. ??
Bobby Joe Parker
Monday, November 6, 2023
looking back now after the family reunion Anna and me stayed a few days with uncle Bill and aunt Carolyn. Even though the stay was short i will always cherish the time we had together. The little things like a early morning breakfast of cheerios, my favorite, watching classic westerns and just siting out in the car port and listening to your stories. These thoughts will always be with me. I will miss you
David Rush
Monday, November 6, 2023
Now this was a good level headed man with a lot of common sense. I didn’t know him real well but when I was the chairman of the Logan County Election Commission, I can tell you he was a great public servant. Condolence’s to the family and celebrate a great life.
Mittie Greening
Monday, November 6, 2023
Bill Jack and his family were a very important part of my growing up. I remember him as a kind soft spoken man. He told stories and enjoyed his family.
He was always working but was at church everytime the doors were open. I have nothing but good memories of him and his family. To his family, I am sorry for your loss and know he will be missed, but what a joy to know he is rejoicing in heaven.
Evelyn Hatcher
Monday, November 6, 2023
So sorry to hear this news. You have our deepest sympathy and will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all.
Mark and Evelyn Hatcher
Neal Wade
Monday, November 6, 2023
Thoughts and prayers for Our Friend.
Neal and Tamara Wade
Eddy Jones
Monday, November 6, 2023
I looked up to my cousin Bill Jack. I will miss him dearly. I know that you are in Heaven with all of our other family members. I love you. My prayers and thoughts are with your family during this time and forever
Mitcheal Garrison
Monday, November 6, 2023
Uncle Bill Jack was a very kind and caring Christian man. In my almost 62 years I never once seem him upset or heard him raise his voice. He was so good to my dad especially in the last years of his life when daddy was homebound. I know that he is in a much better place rejoicing with those who have gone before him. Special prayers for my Aunt Carolyn and my cousins Pam and Brad and their families. Prayers for peace and comfort. Blessings to all....Mitcheal
Patand Jeff Hicks
Monday, November 6, 2023
Mr Parker came over and introduced himself when Jeff and I was up at our place in New Blaine , he wanted to cut wood that had been dozed down, this was couple years ago ! He was such a nice man, We knew he was a good man just by meeting him the first time, enjoyed our visits when he came over, enjoyed the stories he told us about the area, and people . We were wondering about him not long ago, He made a great first impression, he was a hardworking , God fearing man, a joy to have met. His family has our sympathies, he will be missed.
Sharon and Roger Farnam
Monday, November 6, 2023
RIP our dear friend we will miss our coffee time and your wonderful stories At the dinner Bucket. You guys are in our thoughts and prayers
Betty Gregory
Monday, November 6, 2023
Carolyn and family I am so sorry for your loss. Bill Jack was a great man. Prayers .
Lenley, Tracy & Keegan Whitecotton
Monday, November 6, 2023
Prayers for the family. Bill Jack was a kind and caring person. I love him and his whole family. If you all need anything please say something.
Jeannie Hamilton
Monday, November 6, 2023
So sorry for the loss of a Dear Christian Friend . Prayers for you , Carolyn , and all the Family.
Bill & Ruthie Burkett
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Your family is in our thoughts. Praying for peace & comfort.
Kit brooks
Sunday, November 5, 2023
Pam Amy and family,
I so sorry for your loss… prayers for your family
Love Kit and Ricky Brooks
Jeannie Floyd
Sunday, November 5, 2023
I was my pleasure to have known Billy Jack and his family. My God's love comfort you at this time.