Norbert Parker

Norbert Andrew Parker was born on March 6, 1940 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He died peacefully on October 21, 2019 after a lengthy illness. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph Parker and Learline Robertson Hicks, along with his step-father, Enos Solomon Hicks, Jr. In addition to his parents, Norbert lost his brother, Adolph M. Hicks, last year. Norbert leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife, Eloise Copelin Parker, and his two daughters, Norlita (Darryl Sr.) Wells and Norlisha (Timothy) Burke. He also leaves behind two grandsons, Darryl Wells Jr. and Trent Burke along with his brother-in-law Shermin Copelin, Jr. His siblings include Ronald (Carol) Hicks, Jacquelyn Hicks, Sarahlilly Hicks, Enos (Mona Lisa) Hicks, Donnell Hicks, Anthony Hicks, Adries (Buford) Jordan, and Dalton Hicks who will all miss their big brother dearly. Norbert was a graduate of L.B. Landry High School and attended Delgado Community College. He enlisted in the United States Army and retired after 23 years of service. During that time, he earned the rank of Sergeant. He served 3 tours in Vietnam and was a member of the First Calvary Infantry and Armor Division as well as becoming a Paratrooper. In his final years of service, his fellow soldiers got a taste of Louisiana cuisine because he was also a chef. Sgt. Parker was always surrounded by his cousins, the Shorty’s and the Robertson’s, and a host of nieces, nephews and friends. He had an unusual sense of humor and shocked most people with the things he said. During his military career, he and his family spent 12 years in Germany where he became fluent in German. He also lived in Colorado and Texas which led to him only wearing cowboy boots. They became his trademark along with his signature ponytail hairstyle. The family rejoices in knowing that he is with the Lord! The United States Army will honor Sgt. Norbert Parker following the Memorial Service. The celebration of his life will be held at St. David Catholic Church, 5617 St. Claude Avenue, New Orleans, La. 70117 on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 9:00 am. Arrangements by D.W. Rhodes Funeral Home, 3933 Washington Ave. Please visit www.rhodesfuneral.com to sign the guestbook.