Parker Young Obituary
Parker Young (Hodges, South Carolina) passed away on October 12, 2026. Parker, born on April 9, 1933 in Troy, South Carolina, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Parker will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Parker will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Parker’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Lonnie Young and Gladys Young; his wife Joy Parrish; his sons, Douglas Parker Young, Jr. and Cory Parrish Young; Christian.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Greenwood Memorial Gardens (3302 US-25, Hodges, SC 29653). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 16th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Pinecrest A. R. P. Church (1790 Greenville Hwy, Hendersonville, NC 28792).
Contribution to Literature or Research Award, and the Education Law Association's most prestigious honor, the McGhehey Award.
