Col. Bert Parmer, USA, RET. 86, went to be with the Lord on Saturday November 21, 2020. Bert was born on October 1, 1934 in Kennett, Mo to Reverend Bert E. Parmer & Annie Lavern Parmer. He was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Venielua Ann Parmer, his parents (Bert & Lavern Parmer), & brother David Dwaine Parmer. Bert is survived by his children, Tiffany (Bill) Doniel of Greenville, SC, Dr. Bryan (Amy) Parmer of Tampa, FL, his grandchildren Evan Parmer, Leyton Parmer, Madeline Doniel, Adelaide Doniel & Nolan Parmer along with his siblings Volita Wilson, Betty Bauer & Jerry Parmer. Bert grew up in Tallahassee & Jacksonville before attending college at FSU to play baseball. His education includes a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology & Sociology, a Master's Degree in Healthcare Administration. Bert met Venielua at Grace Trinity Church of Jacksonville where his father was Pastor. Bert began his military service in 1964 as a Commissioned Officer in the Medical Service Corps, United States Army. During his 25 years of decorated service he held various positions of increased responsibility in healthcare administration & command of medical units in the US, Panama, Vietnam & Germany. Some of Bert's notable assignments were in the Office of the Surgeon General, Washington DC, U.S. Central Command Tampa, FL & most recently Landstuhl Army Regional Medical Center, Landstuhl Germany where he served as Hospital Administrator & Commander for Administration. Following retirement from active duty he became CEO of Suncoast Community Health Care Centers in Hillsborough County for 12 years. Bert's time with Suncoast was very rewarding as the majority of care was provided to indigent populations, including migrant farm workers. Bert's priorities in life were "God Country & Family". He was a quiet tower of strength to all who bore his personal acquaintance. His life was dedicated to the service of others. Despite his many accomplishments his greatest joy was to spend time with his loving wife, children & grandchildren. "I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race & I have remained faithful." 2 Timothy 4:7. Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 29th from 2-4pm at Blount & Curry Funeral Home MacDill, 605 S MacDill Ave., Tampa. Internment Service with full Military Honors will be Monday, November 30th at 11am, Florida National Cemetery.
