Clayton W. Parker

Clayton Wendell Parker of Suffolk, Virginia, entered eternal rest on April 28, 2025, at his residence. He was born on July 1, 1961, to the late Gladys L. and Joseph N. Parker. His wife, Janice Jones-Parker, to whom he was married for 28 years, preceded Clayton in death along with one sister, Linda M. Parker, two brothers, William A. Baker and Anthony J. Parker.

Clayton was born and raised in (Orlando),  Suffolk, Virginia. He graduated from John F. Kennedy High School in 1979. From there, he served four years in the United States Army. Clayton was a dedicated employee of Sunoco for approximately 20 years until becoming disabled.

He enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren and was known for being an avid Miami Dolphins fan.

He is survived by three special and loving children. Daughters: Kashawnda Jones (Montreal); Kifini Jones, and son KaRon Jones, all of Suffolk. 39 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by two sisters, Minister Gloria Williams and Paula Parker, both of Suffolk. Two brothers, Willie Parker of Suffolk, Ganesh Javoun Parker (Jeannette) of Alabama. Clayton had special aunts, Alma Wright and Ella Mae Myrick, both of Suffolk. He also had one uncle, McCoy Parker (Gwen) of Chesterfield, VA. He also leaves two sisters-in-law, Deborah Parker and Valerie Baker, both of Suffolk, a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends at which all were special and dear to his heart. 

The family would like to extend a special thanks to Companion of Care Home Health owner, Vehsa Jones, and staff.

Viewing will be held on Wednesday, May 7, 2025,  3 p.m.-7 p.m. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, May 8, 2025,  at 1 p.m. at Balm South Church, located at 3731 White Marsh Rd. Suffolk, Va. 23434. He will be laid to rest at Albert G. Horton Veteran Cemetery at a later date.

Professional services with dignity have been entrusted to Crocker Funeral Home, Inc.