Bonnie Jean Parker

Bonnie Jean ParkerApril 27, 1939 - June 16, 2019Bonnie Jean Parker was born in Ft. White, Florida, on April 27, 1939 to AbrahamLincoln Pearce and Eva Mary Pearce. Bonnie lived in Jacksonville, Florida as a child,and moved to Gainesville in 1948 where she lived and worked for the rest of her life.She attended Gainesville High School and in 1955 met her future husband, GlennParker. They were married on December 16, 1955 and enjoyed almost 62 yearstogether before Glenn passed away. Bonnie was a devoted mother to their fourchildren, while working to help support the family. She worked for many years at Art'sSteak House and retired from the Gainesville Sun as Credit Manager after 19 years.Bonnie passed away on June 16, 2019.Bonnie was known to everyone as warm, friendly, and incredibly hospitable. She lovedpeople, and was admired for her warm hugs and sweet, down to earth spirit. Spendingtime with members of her large family brought her much joy. All children visiting herhouse were delighted with her love for playing games and making things fun. Bonnietook great pride in her home and garden, growing beautiful flowers, and bringing themindoors to create signature arrangements. She truly made her house a home everyoneenjoyed visiting.Bonnie is survived by her four children: Debbie (Glenn) Jordan of O'Fallon, Illinois; Tom(Sheliah) Parker of Hawthorne, Florida; Gary (Tamera) Parker of Hawthorne, Florida;Rusty (Jeraldine) Parker of Gainesville, Florida. Bonnie also leaves behind 11grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.Visitation will be at Forest Meadows Funeral Home on Friday, June 21st from 5-7 PM.Funeral services will be held at Forest Meadows Central Mausoleum on Saturday, June 22nd at 10AM. In leiu of flowers, the family requests donations to E.T. York Haven Hospice inGainesville, Florida. Funeral Home Forest Meadows Funeral Home 725 NW 23rd Avenue Gainsville FL - 32609 US 352-378-2528