Joel Andrew Parker

Joel Andrew Parker was born to Theresa Byrd Parker and David Parker on Sunday, September 19, 1976. He was the second of four children. Joel was a vibrant and comical child. He was a source of endless laughs for his family, as he had a genuine sense of humor and wit. Through many life lessons, he persevered and matured into a fine young man.Joel enjoyed many hobbies, such as fishing, traveling, grilling, gathering with family and friends, and of course, walking his devoted dog and companion, Coco. He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles. He enjoyed many hours with his family, reminiscing about his childhood and good times spent throughout the years at the Kingdom Hall, assemblies, and family gatherings.On May 14, 2004, Joel united with Katrina Arnold, and they remained partners until his passing. In recent years, Joel attended NAPA Auto School and became a Certified Auto Mechanic, and he obtained a Soft Skills Development Training from Veterans Molding Minds. At the time of his passing, he worked for The Home Depot, where he was well respected by his coworkers, and will be greatly missed.He leaves to cherish his loving memory, his mother, Theresa Parker Wareham; his father, David Parker (Delores); his beloved daughter, Olympia Benjamin; his life partner, Katrina Arnold; his stepdaughters, Brittany and Jessica McCoy, his grandchildren, Taylor and Ulysses Benjamin, Camille and Trinity Turner, Ariah Jordan, Michael Carter, and Aubrey, Aaliyah and Malia McCoy; his sister, Chelsea Dixon (Ted); two brothers, Joseph Allen White and David Ian Parker, (Nikeya); his stepsisters, Angela Oliveira (Richard), Danielle Graham (Cordell), Joi Harris, and Brahia Parker; and a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives, and dear friends.