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Ronald Vinson Parker
December 28, 2025
On December 20th, over in his favorite part of the day in late afternoon, God called Ronald Vincent Parker home. He was a loving Husband, devoted Father, smitten Paw Paw, and loyal Friend.
“Ronnie,” “Ron,” or “Mr. Parker”, was born on December 14, 1942, in Pensacola, Florida to the late Roy William Parker, Sr. and Mary Frances Owen Parker at the old Sacred Heart Hospital. He was the second of six children, spending his early years in Brent. The family later moved and settled in Ensley. His siblings were the first of many who would see him as a source of comfort after the death of their oldest brother Danny and his mother’s cancer diagnosis in the 1950’s. Despite the challenges he faced as a young man, Ron graduated Valedictorian from Allentown High School in 1960.
Ronnie was introduced to the love of his life, Peggy Linzy, by his brother Roy in 1963. Four months later, they were married in her brother, John L’s home in Andalusia, Alabama. He never forgot their anniversary – they were married on his 21st birthday. They could often be found camping at Hubbard’s Landing, bowling, and planning their annual trip to Lake Eufaula. Later, they also made countless trips to the Smoky Mountains and enjoyed traveling together. In 1965, they welcomed their first daughter, Connie. In 1969, their daughter Sabrena completed their family. They lived in Ensley until 1982, when Ronnie settled his family in Cantonment.
Ronnie worked as a lead superintendent, traveling all over the southeast region building multifamily complexes for the Mitchell Company out of Mobile, Alabama. That includes at least five apartment complexes in Escambia County. In 1987, he decided to spend less time on the road for work and more time at home. He founded Paker Custom Built Homes, Inc. Over the next five decades, Ronnie built more than 100 homes across northwest Florida. He also worked as a VA/FHA Compliance Inspector for 30 years.
His favorite job was being Paw Paw for 38 years. From school pick-up lines – to the Krispy Kreme drive-thru – to anything else they asked for – he was happy to do it. His three grandsons and three great-grandsons each had their special place in his heart. They dressed like him, drank coffee like him, and created special memories with him. His granddaughter and great-granddaughter were the apples of his eye, always greeted with “hey, pretty girl!” They will forever be grateful for the memories it was important to him to create and the example he set.
As important as family was to Ronnie, you were only a stranger until you walked through his door. If you were hungry, he fed you. Then he’d teach you how to fish so you never hungered again. If you needed an ear, he’d listen. He was the voice of reason. He never pushed his opinions on you, but somehow always guided you to what felt right. His name and his word were important to him, he was the definition of a good man. Ronnie served as a deacon at Heritage Baptist Church, coached the church’s women’s softball team, and supervised the construction of the Children’s Ministry building. He was also a member of the Thunderbolts bowling team for nearly 50 years. The team’s only surviving member is now Ronnie’s lifelong best friend, Roy Lister. Ronnie also had a mischievous spirit and loved poking fun at his wife (knowing a few choice words would come back at him).
On Saturdays in the fall, Ronnie was almost always sitting in his chair watching the Crimson Tide play football with anyone who stopped by. The Bear Bryant photo hanging in his office is a testament to his love for Alabama Football. He made memories with his grandchildren many times at Bryant Denny Stadium in Tuscaloosa…. ROLL TIDE!
He believed in building not just structures, but relationships and memories that will stand the test of time.
Ronnie is preceded in death by his parents Roy William Parker, Sr. and Mary Frances Owen, and his brothers Daniel William and Roy William, Jr. He is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Peggy Linzy Parker, his daughters, Connie Parker, Sabrena Cunningham (Greg), grandchildren Brett Johnson (Lacie), Amanda Stewart (Tanner), Parker Cunningham, and Ethan Cunningham, great-grandchildren Jace Johnson, Lyla Stewart, Teddy Stewart, and John Parker Stewart, and his siblings Brenda Sims (Carlton), Pam Lee, Raymond Parker (Trish), and a host of nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
Pallbearers:
Brett Johnson, Parker Cunningham, Ethan Cunningham, Russ Parker, Brian Parker, & Tanner Stewart
Honorary Pallbearers: Jace Johnson and Roy Lister
Officiants:
Stephen “Spike” Hogan & Sammy Pipkins
Visitation:
Monday, December 29, 2025: 5-7 p.m.
Faith Chapel North
1000 Hwy 29 South, Cantonment
Funeral:
Tuesday, December 30, 2025: 11:00 a.m.
Faith Chapel North
1000 Hwy 29 South, Cantonment
*Burial to follow at Highland Baptist Church – 6240 Hwy 95-A, Molino
In lieu of flowers, you may make a donation to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
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