Billy Bob Parker

1945 ∼ 2021

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Billy "Bob" Parker, 75, of Hardin passed away Wednesday, January 13, 2021, at Liberty Healthcare in Liberty, TX. He was born August 29, 1945, in Nacogdoches, TX to the late Jack and Lois Smith-Parker.

Mr. Parker served the Liberty County area schools as Superintendent, coach, educator, and mentor for 49 years serving the young minds and people of the county. He loved his family and spending time with them. Some of his favorite things were to gather together with our family across the street at Christmas to cook, eat, and play games. He always enjoyed a good game of dominos with his coffee and pie. He loved attending his grandkid's activities while encouraging them along the way. He also had a passion for attending different events for Hardin and Garrison. Both communities were dear to his heart. At the end of the day, he would relax with his wife Catherine watching old westerns.

Mr. Parker is preceded in death by his parents.

Those left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 57 years, Catherine Parker of Hardin; daughters, Pam Frauenberger and husband Kevin of Hardin, Paige Baird and husband Brant of Sugar Land, TX, and Betsy Henry and husband Mark of Hardin; sister, Jackie Blount of Georgetown, TX; grandchildren, Kade, Kole, and Kenadi Frauenberger, Blaine, Bailey, and Parker Baird, and Neely, Lyla, and Tripp Henry; numerous nieces, nephews, and a host of loving family and friends.

A service of remembrance will be held Monday, January 18, 2021, at 11:00 at Liberty Church of Christ with Reverend Bill Fabriguze officiating, interment will follow at Holly Springs Cemetery in Garrison, TX at 3:00 p.m. A gathering of Mr. Parker's family and friends will also be Monday, January 18, 2021, at Liberty Church of Christ from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.

Honoring Mr. Parker as pallbearers are Brant Baird, Kevin Frauenberger, Mark Henry, Kade Frauenberger, Kole Frauenberger, and Blaine Baird.

Mr. Parker's funeral will be live streamed at https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCSz6O8xdmx8BoiZwf7diTKQ

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Anonymous January 19, 2023

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Sue Ann Brown Quinn August 30, 2021

Coach Parker was my high school basketball coach at Orangefield. I didn't realize he was only 10 years older than me. It must have been his first job. I think of him often as he was such a positive influence in our lives. God bless you all.

Love, Gigi'S Sugar Land Board & Staff January 18, 2021

Paige, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Charlotte Hight January 18, 2021

I knew Bob for years prior to our working relationship at DISD. He had many great characteristics such as a calm demeanor, kindness, and honesty. Most of all, he was genuine. My thoughts are with the family as it’s a great loss.

Perry January 17, 2021

Reminding those whom you support that your thoughts are with them.

Greg Hayman January 15, 2021

I know Bob is in heaven. On earth he was a true friend who’s honesty and integrity still lives in the hearts and minds of the thousands he influenced. I count it a privilege to have known him.

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Alicia Blount Wilson January 15, 2021

My family has suffered a great loss this week with the passing of my Uncle Bob. He was a truly great man. Although I haven’t seen him as frequently in my adult years as I did in my childhood, we had more meaningful conversations. When he would visit my mom in Georgetown, we’d share stories about our careers in education over a cheeseburger at Dale’s Essenhaus. He also liked to tease me about our sports rivalry, him being an Aggie and myself a Longhorn. He will be missed dearly by all who knew him, and I am deeply saddened by his loss.

Laverne Bradshaw January 15, 2021

Bob was a special person. Our families were lifelong friends. Playing as small children, worshipping with our families at Garrison Church of Christ, school from 1st -12th. Always positive kind a true Christian man. He will be missed greatly. Catherine and family may God wrap all of you in his arms and comfort you. In Christian Love LaVerne Edwards Bradshaw

Marie Reneau January 15, 2021

We attended school with Bob in our class from first grade until our HS graduation in 1963. He was “best man” in our wedding in 1964. That BEST MAN describes him perfectly! Never have I heard him say a bad or unkind word about another person, nor have I ever heard an unkind word about Bob! He has always been a favorite among his classmates. He and I were the youngest classmates so we took on “taking care of the rest of the OLD FOLKS”. He is now hearing, “WELL DONE MY GOOD AND FAITHFUL SERVANT”! He will be missed greatly and our class reunions will never be the same! Heaven is so much sweeter now!

Susan Odum January 15, 2021

What a great man and mentor. I had the opportunity to work with him as one of my Board of directors at the Teachers Credit Inion for many years. A kind , fair and loving individual. He will be missed. Condolences to all the family. Susan Odum

Sarah Hottman January 14, 2021

Bob Parker gave me my first job in education. He was a shining example of a servant heart leader who understood the importance of relationships. No task was ever too big or too small for him. He made everyone around him feel valued and appreciated. He was a truly remarkable man. Bob will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him.

Rita Bass January 14, 2021

Coach Parker was so much like a father figure to all of us that he coached and taught! I never met a nicer man in my life! We could be up by 20 or down by 20 and he never lost his cool and never raised his voice 🏀! So many stories to reflect on.....may you Rest In Peace Coach! Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers! ❤️

Christi ( Cobb ) Mccreight January 14, 2021

I love this man. When I moved to Hardin and started school he was my 9 th grade teacher. He taught me Geography and drivers ed. Always so kind and no matter how long in between seeing him he always knew who I was. I thank him for all his teachings and friendship. I was 15 when he taught me. Will miss him dearly.

Vicki Vandiver January 14, 2021

Bert and I were blessed to have Bob as our principal and friend. We admired, respected, and loved him. Our thoughts and prayers are with Katherine, Pam, Paige, and Betsy. We will miss him dearly.

Jana (Fabriguze) Beard January 14, 2021

I have many sweet memories of the kindness of Mr. Parker. One of my favorites is of the day he spent trying to teach me how to do a layup before basketball tryouts in jr high. He was so patient and saw potential in everyone! I will always remember his sweet smile and kind voice anytime I was at his house or anytime he saw me. He was a great man!