James Franklin Parker

James Franklin Parker, 82, of Fort Smith passed from this life April 2, 2019 in Fort Smith. He was born November 24, in Havana, Arkansas, to the late Ruel and Verna Rogers Parker. James loved to work, and worked up until he physical couldn’t work any longer. He also loved to fish and spend time with his family. James worked as a crane operator for the Fort Smith Port Authority and was a veteran of the United States Army.

He is survived by his wife Kathryn, of the home; three daughters, Debbie Parker Foster of Ola, Arkansas, Sharon Parker Clark of Paris, Arkansas and Lisa Parker; his son Jaime Parker of Centerton, Arkansas; his step-son Keith Rayborn of Spiro, Oklahoma; his brother Orvil Gene Parker of Van Buren, as well numerous grandchildren and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother Buck Parker, a sister Mary Ann Russell and one great great grandchild.

Graveside services will be 2:00pm Monday April 8, 2019 at Havana Cemetery. The family will greet friends from 2:00 to 4:00pm Sunday April 7, 2019 at Edwards Funeral Home. Services are under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home.

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