Obituary
John M. Parker, Sr, a 46-year resident of Sevier County passed away on Jan. 20, 2022, at the age of 74.
John was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Donnie Parker and siblings Shirley Keller, Nina (Marvin) Pell, and Jim Parker.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lisa Parker; his children Mary (David) Chapman, Marsha Smith, John Parker, Jr., Phillip (Amy) Troutman, and Brad Parker; grandchildren, Michael Chapman, Lea (Peyton) Becker, Aaron Smith, Ariel Smith, Lacie Smith, Haley Parker, Holden Parker, Kellar Tarwater, Trinity Parker, Parker Troutman, and Kirsten Troutman; brother, Mack (Julie) Parker; former wife, Dorothy Aker; sister-in-law Billie Parker; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Caesar.
John was born April 25, 1947 in Greasy Creek, TN. He spent his childhood tramping through the woods looking for arrowheads and other relics. He graduated from Bradley County High School in 1965. After high school he worked at Athens Shoe Repair, and then Choate Printing in Etowah, TN, where he then resided.
In 1976, John, along with Kevin Pipes, co-founded The Knife Shop and Relic Room which would later become Smoky Mountain Knife Works. His children have fond memories of travelling to various knife, relic, and antique shows with him.
John was a prolific businessman, also having owned Ole Smoky Antique Mall and Riverside Antiques and Collectibles. He dabbled in real estate, helping to develop many subdivisions in Sevier County and surrounding areas. He also enjoyed helping local restaurants with their decor. In addition, he was instrumental in the development of Mountain National Bank.
He was known by many names: Johnny, John, Pigeon Forge Fats, PF Fats, Dad, Daddy, and others. Perhaps his favorite, though, was his latest, Papoo, given to him by his oldest grandson. When asked what he did for a living, the name he gave himself was Country Boy Engineer.
John was also a very generous man, though he might not want it widely known. He specifically enjoyed helping support his local church, Sevier County bands and local sports teams, especially if his grandchildren were part of those teams.
As John was known and loved by many people across the US and indeed around the world, a memorial has been set up at Smoky Mountain Knife Works so that anyone who wishes may drop off condolences, cards, pictures, or anything else for the family. We will update the location when it is finalized.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to either UT Hospital NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit or Children's Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
John M. Parker, Sr, a 46-year resident of Sevier County passed away on Jan. 20, 2022, at the age of 74.
John was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Donnie Parker and siblings Shirley Keller, Nina (Marvin) Pell, and Jim Parker.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lisa Parker; his children Mary (David) Chapman, Marsha Smith, John Parker, Jr., Phillip (Amy) Troutman, and Brad Parker; grandchildren, Michael Chapman, Lea (Peyton) Becker, Aaron Smith, Ariel Smith, Lacie Smith, Haley Parker, Holden Parker, Kellar Tarwater, Trinity Parker, Parker Troutman, and Kirsten Troutman; brother, Mack (Julie) Parker; former wife, Dorothy Aker; sister-in-law Billie Parker; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Caesar.
John was born April 25, 1947 in Greasy Creek, TN. He spent his childhood tramping through the woods looking for arrowheads and other relics. He graduated from Bradley County High School in 1965. After high school he worked at Athens Shoe Repair, and then Choate Printing in Etowah, TN, where he then resided.
In 1976, John, along with Kevin Pipes, co-founded The Knife Shop and Relic Room which would later become Smoky Mountain Knife Works. His children have fond memories of travelling to various knife, relic, and antique shows with him.
John was a prolific businessman, also having owned Ole Smoky Antique Mall and Riverside Antiques and Collectibles. He dabbled in real estate, helping to develop many subdivisions in Sevier County and surrounding areas. He also enjoyed helping local restaurants with their decor. In addition, he was instrumental in the development of Mountain National Bank.
He was known by many names: Johnny, John, Pigeon Forge Fats, PF Fats, Dad, Daddy, and others. Perhaps his favorite, though, was his latest, Papoo, given to him by his oldest grandson. When asked what he did for a living, the name he gave himself was Country Boy Engineer.
John was also a very generous man, though he might not want it widely known. He specifically enjoyed helping support his local church, Sevier County bands and local sports teams, especially if his grandchildren were part of those teams.
As John was known and loved by many people across the US and indeed around the world, a memorial has been set up at Smoky Mountain Knife Works so that anyone who wishes may drop off condolences, cards, pictures, or anything else for the family. We will update the location when it is finalized.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to either UT Hospital NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit or Children's Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
Obituary
John M. Parker, Sr, a 46-year resident of Sevier County passed away on Jan. 20, 2022, at the age of 74.
John was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Donnie Parker and siblings Shirley Keller, Nina (Marvin) Pell, and Jim Parker.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lisa Parker; his children Mary (David) Chapman, Marsha Smith, John Parker, Jr., Phillip (Amy) Troutman, and Brad Parker; grandchildren, Michael Chapman, Lea (Peyton) Becker, Aaron Smith, Ariel Smith, Lacie Smith, Haley Parker, Holden Parker, Kellar Tarwater, Trinity Parker, Parker Troutman, and Kirsten Troutman; brother, Mack (Julie) Parker; former wife, Dorothy Aker; sister-in-law Billie Parker; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Caesar.
John was born April 25, 1947 in Greasy Creek, TN. He spent his childhood tramping through the woods looking for arrowheads and other relics. He graduated from Bradley County High School in 1965. After high school he worked at Athens Shoe Repair, and then Choate Printing in Etowah, TN, where he then resided.
In 1976, John, along with Kevin Pipes, co-founded The Knife Shop and Relic Room which would later become Smoky Mountain Knife Works. His children have fond memories of travelling to various knife, relic, and antique shows with him.
John was a prolific businessman, also having owned Ole Smoky Antique Mall and Riverside Antiques and Collectibles. He dabbled in real estate, helping to develop many subdivisions in Sevier County and surrounding areas. He also enjoyed helping local restaurants with their decor. In addition, he was instrumental in the development of Mountain National Bank.
He was known by many names: Johnny, John, Pigeon Forge Fats, PF Fats, Dad, Daddy, and others. Perhaps his favorite, though, was his latest, Papoo, given to him by his oldest grandson. When asked what he did for a living, the name he gave himself was Country Boy Engineer.
John was also a very generous man, though he might not want it widely known. He specifically enjoyed helping support his local church, Sevier County bands and local sports teams, especially if his grandchildren were part of those teams.
As John was known and loved by many people across the US and indeed around the world, a memorial has been set up at Smoky Mountain Knife Works so that anyone who wishes may drop off condolences, cards, pictures, or anything else for the family. We will update the location when it is finalized.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to either UT Hospital NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit or Children's Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
John M. Parker, Sr, a 46-year resident of Sevier County passed away on Jan. 20, 2022, at the age of 74.
John was preceded in death by his parents Jack and Donnie Parker and siblings Shirley Keller, Nina (Marvin) Pell, and Jim Parker.
He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Lisa Parker; his children Mary (David) Chapman, Marsha Smith, John Parker, Jr., Phillip (Amy) Troutman, and Brad Parker; grandchildren, Michael Chapman, Lea (Peyton) Becker, Aaron Smith, Ariel Smith, Lacie Smith, Haley Parker, Holden Parker, Kellar Tarwater, Trinity Parker, Parker Troutman, and Kirsten Troutman; brother, Mack (Julie) Parker; former wife, Dorothy Aker; sister-in-law Billie Parker; several nieces and nephews; and his dog Caesar.
John was born April 25, 1947 in Greasy Creek, TN. He spent his childhood tramping through the woods looking for arrowheads and other relics. He graduated from Bradley County High School in 1965. After high school he worked at Athens Shoe Repair, and then Choate Printing in Etowah, TN, where he then resided.
In 1976, John, along with Kevin Pipes, co-founded The Knife Shop and Relic Room which would later become Smoky Mountain Knife Works. His children have fond memories of travelling to various knife, relic, and antique shows with him.
John was a prolific businessman, also having owned Ole Smoky Antique Mall and Riverside Antiques and Collectibles. He dabbled in real estate, helping to develop many subdivisions in Sevier County and surrounding areas. He also enjoyed helping local restaurants with their decor. In addition, he was instrumental in the development of Mountain National Bank.
He was known by many names: Johnny, John, Pigeon Forge Fats, PF Fats, Dad, Daddy, and others. Perhaps his favorite, though, was his latest, Papoo, given to him by his oldest grandson. When asked what he did for a living, the name he gave himself was Country Boy Engineer.
John was also a very generous man, though he might not want it widely known. He specifically enjoyed helping support his local church, Sevier County bands and local sports teams, especially if his grandchildren were part of those teams.
As John was known and loved by many people across the US and indeed around the world, a memorial has been set up at Smoky Mountain Knife Works so that anyone who wishes may drop off condolences, cards, pictures, or anything else for the family. We will update the location when it is finalized.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations to either UT Hospital NeoNatal Intensive Care Unit or Children's Hospital Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.
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