Chapter Eternal - Joseph Parker III '53

Joseph Parker III '53We have been honored to call him our Brother. The condolences of Theta Chi’s extended worldwide family are offered to the family and friends of our deceased brother.

It is with great sadness that we report the passing of:

Joseph T. Parker III '53

Joseph T. Parker III of Hatboro passed away Friday, September 19, 2008. He was 80.

He was the beloved husband of Marie (McDonald) Parker for 54 years, his Theta Chi sweetheart.  Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Joseph Jr. and Angeline (Gannone) Parker.

He was the loving father of Melinda Klouser (John) of Philadelphia, Valerie Croyle of Lansdale, Joseph T. Parker IV (Sharon), Stephanie Parker of Chalfont, Melissa Parker (fiance, Charles Donahue) of Newportville, Pa. and Amy Kleeman (Eric) of Orlando, Fla., and also grandfather of P.J., Andy, Emily, Chelsea, Joey, Jake, Kyle and Shawn.

Mr. Parker (Educ ’53) was an avid Penn State football fan and alumni. His love of Penn State serves as an enduring legacy in his family which includes alums Melinda (Educ ’78), Valerie (IFS ’80), Melissa (B Log ’87), Amy (HRIM ’92), PJ (Tele Comm ’08), and Andy (currently enrolled HPA). 

Memorial contributions may be made in Joseph's name to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, 512 Township Line Road, One Valley Square, Suite 133, Blue Bell, PA 19422.

For the Glory