Emma Parker, 78, of Turlock, CA passed away peacefully on June 25, 2012 surrounded by family and friends. Born November 26, 1933 in Manila, Arkansas, the daughter of George Leaburn and Wilma Lois Lawhorn. She grew up in Arkansas and on January 12, 1955, Emma married Doyle Parker in Jonesboro, Arkansas. They moved to California in 1957 and Emma worked in the Bay Area until she retired and became a full-time homemaker. Emma was a longtime member of the Primitive Baptist Church, and loved cooking for family and friends, golfing, bowling and traveling. She is preceded by her parents, George and Wilma Lawhorn. Emma is survived by her husband of 57 years, Doyle Parker, brother, George Elvis (Carol) Lawhorn, many nieces/nephews and friends.
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