Alice Tippy Marie Tipton Parker

Parker, Alice Tipton “Tippy”, age 72, of South Knoxville, passed away Saturday, June 4, 2011 at Fort Sanders Hospital. She was a member of New Prospect Presbyterian Church. She, along with her sister, Jo Ann Dyke, owned the children’s clothing store, Tip & Jo’s in South Knoxville. Tippy was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Parker; her brother-in-law, Jackie Parker; and sister Jo Ann Dyke. She is survived by her daughter, Lynn M. Veatch, stepsons, Scott, Patrick, and Danny, grandchildren; Scottie, Flynn, Jordan, Raley, Dean, Wendy and sister, Charlsie Girod; niece, Tammy; nephews, Troy and Kerry. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to friends, Heather and Veda, and neighbors; Sara and Peggy. Family and friends will meet at New Prospect Presbyterian Church Cemetery, Thursday, June 16, 2011 at 10:00 AM for graveside services. Family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM, Wednesday, June 16, 2011 at Berry Funeral Home, Chapman Highway. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com.