Clifford Aaron Parker

Clifford Aaron Parker, 83, of Belleville, IL, born Monday, October 21, 1940, in Scranton, PA, passed away Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, IL.

Clifford was a proud Veteran who served in the United States Air Force for over 30 years retiring as CMSGT. He adopted a life of leadership and service. Upon retiring from the military, Clifford achieved a B.B.A in Management and enjoyed a career mentoring and seeking gainful employment for individuals with disabilities.

He was a member of Eagle Lodge #54 A.F. & A.M. of California, Golden Eagle Constitory # 5 of Fresno, CA and Valley Shrine Temple #6 of Fresno, CA. He also volunteered several years as a Cub and Boy Scout leader and was a member of the Filipino-American Association.

In his leisure, Clifford enjoyed fishing, bowling, traveling, and spending time with family, especially with his grandchildren. He was also an ardent reader with an appreciation for a variety of literature.

He was preceded in death by his:

• Parents, Aaron and Veola, nee McPhail, Parker
• Brother, William Parker
• Sisters:
  • Ann Goodall
  • Linda Fields
• Son-in-law, John Duke
• Brothers-in-law:
  • Silpreston Smith
  • Osborne Goodall, Sr.
  • Joseph Fields, Sr.
• Sister-in-law, Eustaquia Parker, nee Candido

Surviving are his:

• Wife, Precilia Parker of Belleville, IL
• Children:
  • Earlene (Paul) Stron of Baltimore, MD
  • Aaron (Laura) Parker of Baltimore, MD
  • Lynn Duke of Harrisburg, PA
  • Christian (Gloria) Parker of Las Vegas, NV
  • Carmen (Marc) Garcia of Columbia, IL
• Sister, Jacqueline Smith of Indianapolis, IN
• Grandchildren:
  • Brandon Parker
  • Alyssha Parker
  • Aaliyah Parker
  • Jorryn Adkins
  • Jayden Adkins
  • Marques Garcia
  • Manuel Garcia
  • Miguel Garcia
• Many dear nieces and nephews

Memorials: Memorials may be made to the Wounded Warriors Projects.

Visitation: Visitation from 10:00 am – 11:00 am, Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.

Funeral: A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday, June 1st, 2024 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.

*Video Live-Stream Available HERE starting at 11:00 am.