Ida Parker

SISTER IDA MAE PARKER

(Baby Cole)

"DAWN TO DUST, IN ORDER TO LIVE, WE MUST DIE"

Sister Ida Mae (Baby Cole) Coleman Parker, the only child of Garrett and Jessie Williams Coleman was born on July 27, 1928. The sojourn from Earth to Heaven was completed on Thursday, May 15, 2025. Quietly and peacefully, she went away to be with God.

On July 23, 1940, she confessed a hope in Christ and was baptized under the leadership of Rev. L.V. Neal at Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church where she was a lifelong member. She served in a multitude of leadership capacities.

On March 9, 1947 she married the late Charles Parker, (1982) and to this union five children were born. Jacquelyn, Cynthia, Ronald, (who preceded her in death February, 2025), Kenneth, Devery.

Mrs. Parker served families as a salesclerk at Weiner's Department Store in Brenham for many years before retiring. She was also involved with Heroines of Jericho, HOST, at Alton Elementary School, Washington County Extension Service and 4-H, American Legion Axillary Buddy Wright Post 48, Senior Citizen Exercise Program. She was highly esteemed by her family, friends and community.

She is mournfully survived by two daughters, Jacquelyn Pearl, Cynthia Parker Williams, two sons, Kenneth Ray, and Devery Lynn. Daughter -in-law, Paula Parker, Ex-daughter -in-law, Ora Nell.

Six grandchildren, Nine great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

She was preceded in death by a loving husband, devoted and caring son and son-in law, parents, relatives and friends.

A visitation for Ida Parker will be held on Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at First Baptist Church Chappell Hill located at 7675 FM 2447, Chappell Hill, Texas. The funeral service will begin at 11:00 am. Interment will follow the service at Harry Franklin Cemetery located at 3950 Krueger Road, Washington, Texas, 77880.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to honor Sister Parker's memory are asked to make contributions to the Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church Building Fund, P.O. Box 461, Washington, Texas 77880.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Oaks Chapel located at 1306 W. Main Street, Brenham, Texas. To post a tribute to the family, please visit www.memorialoakschapel.com.