John Robert Parker, Esq., age 70 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his loving family and under the caring watch of Hunterdon Hospice. A celebration of John’s life will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2020, beginning at Noon at Beaver Brook Country Club,Continue Reading
John Robert Parker, Esq., age 70 years, of Raritan Township, NJ, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at his home, surrounded by his loving family and under the caring watch of Hunterdon Hospice.
A celebration of John’s life will take place on Saturday, January 4, 2020, beginning at Noon at Beaver Brook Country Club, 25 Country Club Drive, Annandale, NJ, and to which all are welcome.
Interment was private. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Wright & Ford Family Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 38 State Highway 31, Flemington, NJ.
Please visit John’s permanent memorial site at www.wrightfamily.com to light a memorial candle, leave messages of condolence, share words of comfort and recollection, and post photographs of his life.
Memorial contribution information will also be forthcoming.
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Wright & Ford, your local, family owned & operated “Life Celebration Home”
Austin Acocella
left a message on January 5, 2020:
I met John when we were in college together in 1972. in the years that followed we shared many fun times camping, hiking, canoeing, biking and white water rafting. (I will never forget the times we slept in sand dunes in the Hamptons and Cape Cod...and were eaten by bugs. Then there was the time we shared a raft on the white water trip down the Youghiogheny River...and John dove to the bottom of the raft just when we most needed his big-guy paddling power--thereby ensuring our raft would flip in the rapids.) I am so saddened by the news of his passing. If only we could have shared a little more time together with our friend John. My thoughts and prayers are with those he most loved: his wife-Debbie, his sons-Scott, Shane and Brett, and his granddaughters.
Evan S. Rosen
left a message on December 27, 2019:
John was first a legal mentor of mine but later, a friend. In fact, he was a dear friend at that. I will never forget this man as he has had an enormous impact on my life. That impact was positive.
Thank you John and may G-d be with you.
Evan
Terry Delaney
left a message on December 25, 2019:
So sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was/great guy and will be missed by many. Take care Debbie ❤️
joan lisowski
left a message on December 13, 2019:
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Debbie, and your family. John was an extraordinary human being, so proud of you and the children. I first met your John when he worked with my late husband at Morgan's office, and my John sang his praises as an attorney. He was a dedicated attorney, but a 'fun' guy. (But you know all this.) And how can I ever forget my John sighting your John waling in Greenwich Village when we were moving our son David into his Washington Square dorm at NYU in August 1997 - my nervy guy immediately commissioned your husband into helping us move David's 'stuff' in! What nerve on the part of my husband, and what graceful kindness on the part of yours! John will be missed.
Louis F. Spanner
left a message on December 12, 2019:
Shared lots of laughs and Navy stories with John over the years at George Psak's card games. I loved John's great sense of humor. So Bye, Bye Miss American Pie!! RIP my friend.
Lou and Karen Spanner
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Louis F. Spanner
left a message on December 12, 2019:
12 Upper Kingtown Road
Robert Puleo DDS
left a message on December 10, 2019:
So sorry for your loss, our condolences to the family.
Dr. Puleo & Staff
Jean Eschenauer
left a message on December 4, 2019:
God bless you, John, and rest in peace. Bless your loving family and may God give them strength throughout this time of loss.
Jennifer Travers
left a message on December 4, 2019:
Our prayers are with your family at this time.
Christine Eschenauer and Gregory O’Connor
left a message on December 4, 2019:
John Parker had a larger than life presence that won’t be forgotten. We will always remember his wonderful laugh and enjoyment of everything he was doing. May he rest in peace. Our love and prayers go to Scott, Nancy, and Debbie.
The McClintock Family
left a message on December 4, 2019:
We were honored to have known Mr. Parker. Sending our condolences to Scott, Debbie, and the entire Parker family.
George J Shamy Jr
left a message on December 4, 2019:
My deepest sympathy to the entire Parker family on your loss. I had the great pleasure of practicing law with big John for the past 40 years. He was bright, witty, skilled and a zealous adversary, always mindful that the adversary was not the enemy, but a colleague with a different job. His trial skills were only outshined by his honesty and integrity. He taught me much, like to always have chocolate covered raisins for the grandkids. He was a long standing member of the annual Shamy dinner club at the Boardwalk Seminars. He will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. Rest In Peace my friend.
Eric Schwab Esquire
left a message on December 4, 2019:
My sincere condolences to a friend and fellow attorney whom I have known for over 30 years (since our "Middlesex" days). John was always kind and honorable. He even once took me and my sons to a Yankee's baseball game, he drove and then took us for ice cream all the way to Queen of Corona because he once drove a cab and knew every inch of the city. Truly a great once of us has left . Gone but never forgotten. Rest In Peace John!
Evan Goldman
left a message on December 3, 2019:
John and I were trying cases against one another back in the early 80s. On a case that I won, John always reminded me of it (because I shouldn't have won) He was a lawyer's lawyer and knew that while I was representing a plaintiff and he was representing a defendant, our differences started and ended in the Courtroom. You do not find attorneys like John anymore. My condolences to his family. John was a good, honorable man.
Chris Piasecki
left a message on December 3, 2019:
Many of us at Psak & Parker knew John as a partner, a friend and most definitely a mentor and supporter. He continued help and guide us as the partners went in different directions, always patient and always respectful. He remains the gold standard of what it truly means to be an attorney. We will miss him dearly.
Heather (Merola) Fuenzalida
left a message on December 3, 2019:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I used to work with him at Psak & Parker in Middlesex.
Hon. Kevin M Shanahan
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was Lawyer of the old school. His word was his bond. A good man and a good friend.
Anthony Murgatroyd
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John gave me work when I was struggling to begin my own law firm. Through the years, we shared many great ballgames. John showed me people, places, and things in New York City that I had never heard of, even though I lived there the first 28 years of my life. He was a great friend and mentor. I really will miss him. My heartful condolences to his wife Debbie, his sons and family.
Peter Barnes
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was a wonderful family man, skilled lawyer, and honorable citizen. He was deeply proud of his service in the United States Navy and was a loyal friend. Many lawyers admired his understated intellect and courtroom demeanor. I will miss our frequent trips to NYC, especially the Corona Ice King. Long live JRP!!!!!
Richard Cushing
left a message on December 2, 2019:
To the PARKER Family: John was a fine lawyer and a good man. He recognized a good case and fought hard for his client; he recognized a bad case and tried to get the best deal for his client without subjecting the client to exorbitant fees.he will be missed in the profession
Dick Cushing, a contemporary
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rick Deutchman
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was a lovely man, a gentleman and a terrific lawyer. He was a mentor to many young lawyers. I have never forgotten his help and advice when I opened my own practice over 20 years ago. He will be missed.
Tracy DeWitt
left a message on December 2, 2019:
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Parker through Scott, My condolences to the Parker family.
John and Marianne Gallina
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John's office was across the hall from mine for over 20 years. He was always there to answer a question or to help with a computer problem. He will be missed and in our prayers.
Sharon Dragan
left a message on December 2, 2019:
My deepest sympathies to the Parker family on John's passing; enjoyed being office neighbors for so many years in Flemington. May he rest in peace,
Sharon Dragan
Bill and Barbara Wolfson
left a message on December 1, 2019:
In memory of John Robert Parker, Esq., Bill and Barbara Wolfson lit a candle
left a message:
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Austin Acocella
left a message on January 5, 2020:
I met John when we were in college together in 1972. in the years that followed we shared many fun times camping, hiking, canoeing, biking and white water rafting. (I will never forget the times we slept in sand dunes in the Hamptons and Cape Cod...and were eaten by bugs. Then there was the time we shared a raft on the white water trip down the Youghiogheny River...and John dove to the bottom of the raft just when we most needed his big-guy paddling power--thereby ensuring our raft would flip in the rapids.) I am so saddened by the news of his passing. If only we could have shared a little more time together with our friend John. My thoughts and prayers are with those he most loved: his wife-Debbie, his sons-Scott, Shane and Brett, and his granddaughters.
Evan S. Rosen
left a message on December 27, 2019:
John was first a legal mentor of mine but later, a friend. In fact, he was a dear friend at that. I will never forget this man as he has had an enormous impact on my life. That impact was positive.
Thank you John and may G-d be with you.
Evan
Terry Delaney
left a message on December 25, 2019:
So sorry to hear about John’s passing. He was/great guy and will be missed by many. Take care Debbie ❤️
joan lisowski
left a message on December 13, 2019:
My heartfelt sympathy to you, Debbie, and your family. John was an extraordinary human being, so proud of you and the children. I first met your John when he worked with my late husband at Morgan's office, and my John sang his praises as an attorney. He was a dedicated attorney, but a 'fun' guy. (But you know all this.) And how can I ever forget my John sighting your John waling in Greenwich Village when we were moving our son David into his Washington Square dorm at NYU in August 1997 - my nervy guy immediately commissioned your husband into helping us move David's 'stuff' in! What nerve on the part of my husband, and what graceful kindness on the part of yours! John will be missed.
Louis F. Spanner
left a message on December 12, 2019:
Shared lots of laughs and Navy stories with John over the years at George Psak's card games. I loved John's great sense of humor. So Bye, Bye Miss American Pie!! RIP my friend.
Lou and Karen Spanner
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Louis F. Spanner
left a message on December 12, 2019:
12 Upper Kingtown Road
Robert Puleo DDS
left a message on December 10, 2019:
So sorry for your loss, our condolences to the family.
Dr. Puleo & Staff
Jean Eschenauer
left a message on December 4, 2019:
God bless you, John, and rest in peace. Bless your loving family and may God give them strength throughout this time of loss.
Jennifer Travers
left a message on December 4, 2019:
Our prayers are with your family at this time.
Christine Eschenauer and Gregory O’Connor
left a message on December 4, 2019:
John Parker had a larger than life presence that won’t be forgotten. We will always remember his wonderful laugh and enjoyment of everything he was doing. May he rest in peace. Our love and prayers go to Scott, Nancy, and Debbie.
The McClintock Family
left a message on December 4, 2019:
We were honored to have known Mr. Parker. Sending our condolences to Scott, Debbie, and the entire Parker family.
George J Shamy Jr
left a message on December 4, 2019:
My deepest sympathy to the entire Parker family on your loss. I had the great pleasure of practicing law with big John for the past 40 years. He was bright, witty, skilled and a zealous adversary, always mindful that the adversary was not the enemy, but a colleague with a different job. His trial skills were only outshined by his honesty and integrity. He taught me much, like to always have chocolate covered raisins for the grandkids. He was a long standing member of the annual Shamy dinner club at the Boardwalk Seminars. He will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. Rest In Peace my friend.
Eric Schwab Esquire
left a message on December 4, 2019:
My sincere condolences to a friend and fellow attorney whom I have known for over 30 years (since our "Middlesex" days). John was always kind and honorable. He even once took me and my sons to a Yankee's baseball game, he drove and then took us for ice cream all the way to Queen of Corona because he once drove a cab and knew every inch of the city. Truly a great once of us has left . Gone but never forgotten. Rest In Peace John!
Evan Goldman
left a message on December 3, 2019:
John and I were trying cases against one another back in the early 80s. On a case that I won, John always reminded me of it (because I shouldn't have won) He was a lawyer's lawyer and knew that while I was representing a plaintiff and he was representing a defendant, our differences started and ended in the Courtroom. You do not find attorneys like John anymore. My condolences to his family. John was a good, honorable man.
Chris Piasecki
left a message on December 3, 2019:
Many of us at Psak & Parker knew John as a partner, a friend and most definitely a mentor and supporter. He continued help and guide us as the partners went in different directions, always patient and always respectful. He remains the gold standard of what it truly means to be an attorney. We will miss him dearly.
Heather (Merola) Fuenzalida
left a message on December 3, 2019:
I'm so sorry for your loss. I used to work with him at Psak & Parker in Middlesex.
Hon. Kevin M Shanahan
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was Lawyer of the old school. His word was his bond. A good man and a good friend.
Anthony Murgatroyd
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John gave me work when I was struggling to begin my own law firm. Through the years, we shared many great ballgames. John showed me people, places, and things in New York City that I had never heard of, even though I lived there the first 28 years of my life. He was a great friend and mentor. I really will miss him. My heartful condolences to his wife Debbie, his sons and family.
Peter Barnes
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was a wonderful family man, skilled lawyer, and honorable citizen. He was deeply proud of his service in the United States Navy and was a loyal friend. Many lawyers admired his understated intellect and courtroom demeanor. I will miss our frequent trips to NYC, especially the Corona Ice King. Long live JRP!!!!!
Richard Cushing
left a message on December 2, 2019:
To the PARKER Family: John was a fine lawyer and a good man. He recognized a good case and fought hard for his client; he recognized a bad case and tried to get the best deal for his client without subjecting the client to exorbitant fees.he will be missed in the profession
Dick Cushing, a contemporary
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rick Deutchman
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John was a lovely man, a gentleman and a terrific lawyer. He was a mentor to many young lawyers. I have never forgotten his help and advice when I opened my own practice over 20 years ago. He will be missed.
Tracy DeWitt
left a message on December 2, 2019:
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Parker through Scott, My condolences to the Parker family.
John and Marianne Gallina
left a message on December 2, 2019:
John's office was across the hall from mine for over 20 years. He was always there to answer a question or to help with a computer problem. He will be missed and in our prayers.
Sharon Dragan
left a message on December 2, 2019:
My deepest sympathies to the Parker family on John's passing; enjoyed being office neighbors for so many years in Flemington. May he rest in peace,
Sharon Dragan
Bill and Barbara Wolfson
left a message on December 1, 2019:
In memory of John Robert Parker, Esq., Bill and Barbara Wolfson lit a candle
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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