October 4, 1964 – November 29, 2024
David Thomas Parker-Blackburn, passed away on November 29, 2024. Born on October 4, 1964, in Chattanooga, Tennessee, David was raised in LaFayette, Georgia, before moving to Northeast Florida in 1993.
He is preceded in death by his father, John Thomas Parker Jr.; mother, Betty Jane Gilreath Parker; father-in-law, David C. Blackburn Jr.; as well as his grandparents and many cousins.
David is survived by his loving husband, Wayne Parker-Blackburn; sisters, Nancy Parker and Teresa Parker (Rick) Witt; mother-in-law, Jean Blackburn; brother-in-law, Lee (Melanie) Blackburn; nieces, Cynthia Wright, Samantha Carroll, Ashleigh Stroh, and Katy Blackburn; nephews, Jared Stroh and Harrison Blackburn; and many cherished friends.
A celebration of David’s life was held on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at 11:00 AM at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, where David dedicated 18 years of his life tending the Savanna Blooms Garden. Attendees are asked to dress appropriately for the weather.
The service was livestreamed and is available to view at youtube.com/live/F-oY0Budq5g?feature=share.
