PARKER JR, HERBERT C., "Bud", of Pompano Beach formally of Attleboro, MA passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home on Sunday, August 10,2014, with a full moon in the sky, at the age of 96 ( two months shy of his 97th birthday), with his devoted daughter, Wendy, at his side. Born Oct. 9, 1917 in "The Big House" known as Kilty Hill in Attleboro. He lived and grew up in North Avenue and often told amusing stories of his childhood adventures and tales from "Featherville". He was the son of Herbert C Parker "Barney" (Attleboro Fireman) and Marion Trescott. He was predeceased by his wife, Hazel Waterman and his daughter, Linda Snyder. Bud is survived by his caregiver and daughter, Wendy Wheeler of Attleboro, MA; daughter, Susan Parker Jeal and her husband, Peter of San Francisco, CA; son, Thomas of Wells, ME; son, Steven and his wife, Louise, of North Attleboro, MA ; three grandchildren, Julie, Melissa, and Tyler; three great grandchildren, Tyler, Zoe, and Ava; his good friend Keri and her family. He was a 1935 graduate of A.H.S. and RI School of Design. He was proud of his 45 years at Texas Instruments as Supervisor for the Screw Machine Department. After raising five children, Bud and Hazel traveled in his custom-made van to Canada, Alaska and every state in the lower 48 except North Dakota. His CB handle was Steamboat. At age 90, he got his passport and visited the Cayman Islands. Bud enjoyed boating and fishing on his boat the “Zig-Zag” (named for the wake pattern left by Hazel whenever she took over at the wheel) out of Barrington, Rhode Island. Quite talented at carving , carpentry and woodworking. He built many furnishings for both homes, the boat and van as well as several unique bird feeders. He was an avid reader and also loved listening to his collection of tunes from the Big Band Era. He loved the outdoors and could often be seen at sunrise at the Hillsboro Inlet where he enjoyed the camaraderie of his numerous friends. He was a great storyteller with a quick wit , was kind and had a very generous nature to everyone. When asked by his daughter… “Dad, what’s your favorite flower?”.... He quickly replied “Pillsbury”. To honor Bud’s wishes, visitation and funeral have been respectfully omitted. His ashes will be scattered in the ocean at a later date. It was Bud’s request and desire, that in lieu of flowers, any donations in his memory be made to his daughter and caregiver, Wendy, who despite great challenges, sacrifices and devastating circumstances at her home in MA continued very proudly providing Bud with relentless extraordinary care, love and devotion at Bud’s home in Florida as he wished, for many years. For the last six years, Wendy spend months listening and writing the stories of his life. Please include a memory or photo of Bud to share with Bud’s family to Wendy Wheeler, 24 Richardson Avenue, Attleboro, MA 02703. May the memories of Bud bring a smile to your face.
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