Bradley Stuart Parker
July 27, 2009
Bradley Stuart Parker was born on August 8, 1977 in Brunswick, ME and passed away on July 27, 2009 in Palmdale, CA where he lived for the past 2 years.
Brad attended St. Joseph's Catholic School, Hoyt and Merrill Junior Highs, and two years of high school at Roosevelt and Central Academy in Des Moines. He graduated from Osbourn Park High School in Manassas, VA. After graduation he lived and worked in Des Moines until he moved to Palmdale in August 2007. He was a full time honor student at ITT Technical College in Sylmar, CA majoring in internet technology and he was scheduled to receive his Associates Degree at the end of August 2009.
Brad's hobbies included photography, listening to music, watching movies, reading books, collecting comic books, hiking, playing with his cat, Mina, and spending time with his significant other, Nickey. Brad was proud to be listed as an organ donor since he received his first driver's license and he encouraged others to do the same. He would be happy to know that his tissue donation is helping others.
Brad is survived by his mother and step-father, Linda Parker and Russell Eggers of Des Moines; his father and step-mother, Dan and Marie Parker of San Antonio, TX; his grandmother, Pauline Golick of Centerville, IA; his significant other, Nickey Jerricks of Palmdale, CA; his aunts and uncles: Jack and Joyce Parker of Altoona, IA; Dale and Sharon Parker of Sun City, AZ; Steve and Diane Parker of Brunswick, GA; Ed and Eileen Parker of Tempe, AZ; Ron and Carolyn Golick of Hastings, NE; great aunt and uncle Joe and Lee Golick of Bolingbrook, IL; and many relatives and friends around the country. Brad was preceded in death by his grandparents, Olney and Carmen Parker of Des Moines; and his grandfather Frank Golick of Centerville, Iowa.
Visitation will be from 6-8 P.M. Thursday, August 6 at Hamilton's on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway. Funeral services will be at 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 7 at the funeral home. Following his cremation interment will be at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery in Des Moines, Iowa on Saturday August 8th at 9 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or Hope Ministries. On-line condolences may be made to www.hamiltonsfuneralhome.com.
Nadia Goold
08/10/2009
I was a friend of Brad's from when he went to Marshall High School. We were both new kids, and he was my first friend there. We got back in touch about five years ago, and I'm so glad he found me. He was a funny guy with a great mind and heart, and I will miss him and the world will miss out.
My deepest condolences to Nickey and his parents.
Mac Brandt
08/09/2009
Once again I am really sorry for your loss. I was friends with Brad for many years ans enjoyed all of the time I spent with him. And to Nickey, I am so sorry for what has happened and if you need anything or just like to talk feel free to call me or email me anytime. My heart goes out to the whole family.(515-664-1924)McCaffertyBrandt@gmail.com
skip&linda campbell
08/07/2009
Linda we are so sorry to hear about your loss down here in centerville. Steve Eden sent me info. God Bless you and your family in this bad time. My Mom fell and broke her hip thursday in her house. they operated on her today she is recovering at cville hospitol. She was still living at 1211 Drake her in cville. Take Care____SKIPPER
Tim Voll
08/07/2009
Linda:
I want to say Brad was a great guy and always was trying to make others laugh.
It has been many years since I've seen him, but I can remember his smile when we were so young. (St.Joe's classmate)
Nate Peck
08/06/2009
I want to say my heart goes out the family at this time of loss, Brad was a really good friend and all around nicest guys I've ever had the fortune of meeting in my life. Once again my prayers be with you
Becky Johnston Jackson
08/06/2009
Linda
I was so sorry to hear about your son. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Becky
Eric Parker
08/05/2009
Dan & Linda,
I am so sorry about Brad's loss. I am also very sorry I am unable to be there in Iowa to help any way I can. Please know that I am thinking of all of you at this time.
Red & Jack Darland of Oshkosh, Wisconsin
08/05/2009
Linda/Russ:
It is with a heavy heart that we extend our heartfelt symphathy for the loss of your son/step son, Bradley. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.