Ell Thomas Parker III (Buddy) Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ell Thomas “Buddy” Parker III, 57, of Charlotte, returned home to be with Jesus on February 5, 2018. Ell was born in Monroe, the son of Ell Thomas Parker II and Elizabeth Lucy Hooks Parker. He grew up in the Waxhaw area. He went to work as “the best damn carpet layer in Charlotte”. Ell loved music, especially going to concerts, and he enjoyed going out to different restaurans. He also loved to go fishing and going to the beach. Most of all, he enjoyed time spent with family and friends. We truly lost an angel. He was a wonderful friend to so many people especially his beloved animals Cody and Dunken. He always went out of his way to look out for others, strangers, Outcast, homeless, family, and friends. 16 and a half years of sobriety taught him to be one of the most humble people anyone could ever meet. He left a little suddenly even though he was battling terminal liver cancer. We were blessed to be surrounded at the hospital by great friends and family for 4 days. God is good even in the valley. I know he would have been so thankful for the support that has been given to us during this difficult time. Praying for peace and comfort. So do not fear, for I am with you, do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. He is survived by his four legged children: Cody and Dunken; his son, Donny, and his children: Rain, DJ, Eli, Sheyanne and Autumn; a daughter, Tabitha and her son AJ; and a daughter, Brittany. He is also survived by his siblings William Parker and his children Lisa, Kevin and Jessica; as well as Mossie Parker and her children Brian and Chris. He is further survived by numerous great nieces and nephews who meant the world to him as well as other family and friends. A gathering of friends will be held Saturday, February 17, at 1:30 PM with all present moving to the funeral home chapel at 2 for the service led by Pr. Rick Baker.

Ell Thomas Parker III (Buddy)

February 7, 1961 - February 5, 2018