NancyParker

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"Martha , James, I've heard your names along with Forrest all my life; the reason my aunt was Evelyn Pruitt Dowell. My daddy and Evelyn were siblings {MM{son}Pruitt. Your mother rode to Evelyn funeral with us. She told us about meeting your daddyby having her first dental appointment with him. She said that it was the BEST $2.00 she had ever spent! My mother died March5,09. Mother and Nancy were in the flashes togetherand Mother grew up on Pine St. I took Mother riding alot and we would always go down Walworth, Mother always commented on your mother.I believe we have lost 3 wonderful ladies Nancy Parker,Evelyn Dowell,and Dorothy Ward Pruitt. Take Care to both your families. Jan Pruitt Sulphur Springs, Texas."

"James,
We were sorry to read about your mom's passing. I know that you, Laura and the girls will miss her very much."

"Beautiful memories. All my sympathies."

"Martha, my heart goes out to you in every way. I just learned of your loss today. What a wonderful mother! Nancy (Mrs. Parker) was so good to me growing up and I will cherish her in my heart forever. I stopped by to see her about a year and a half ago. It was wonderful to see her! I pray God will grant you the strength to find serenity and calmness that will bring happiness to your heart for her gain.
Lots of love and wonderful memories!
Andra"

"Martha and James: Your mother was one of those people whom I shall remember forever -- with a mixture of affection and awe. Your home was a place I always enjoyed being in, not just because of the fabulous food, but also because Nancy was fun and interesting to be around.

She could cook anything! She could sew anything! She could arrange flowers! Her home was elegant and spotless! She was Martha Stewart before we ever heard of Martha Stewart. And now she's gone, and it makes us all sad.

During the past 10 or so years, as so many members of my own family have departed, I've learned to combat the sadness by cherishing my good memories of them all the more. I hope you can do the same.

In my mind, Nancy always will be 40-something, cooking some delicious dish in the kitchen, ironing a dress she just whipped up, drinking coffee with my Aunt Nell ("Bride of Frankenstein") and hanging up on Uncle Logan!

My love and sympathies to you both.

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"What fun the cooking classes were. My mother, sister in law, and I enjoyed Nancy's classes and demonstrations together and we still make some of the special dishes. What a great lady. It was a fun time when Nancy & Star came to town. She will be missed.

Lou Martin Bauman"

"Martha...you just had the coolest mother...I remember when you and I would go to your house for lunch when everyone else was going to the "Royal" for a burger....Nancy always had something special for us...She would take an ordinary tuna sandwich and turn it into an epicureal event...tuna boats..do you remember? tuna salad on a roll with cheese melted on top...with a side of fruit salad, of course...HEAVEN...I continued this tradition with my girls..whenever I packed tuna boats in their lunch. all of the teachers at Lamar would take turns getting a bite! True story. Also, another special memory..do you remember when you didn't make cheerleader (a travesty, as far as i'm concerned)...and to make you feel better, she took the two of us to Dallas to see "Gone With the Wind"?? She turned a pretty crappy day into a really fun "girls day out."..You probably don't even remember these events, but I do, and have always thought that you were blessed with a really wonderful mother. You will miss her, as I miss my Mother. Cling to all of your wonderful memories.......Love you, Ginny"

"Dear Martha and James,

How sorry I was to hear of your mother's death. I have such happy memories of being in your home as a child. I was sadden to see that Forrest had died as well. He was a dear friend to me. Your mother was such a fine lady.

Love and prayers,

Pat Moore"

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"Martha & James: My prayers are with you and your families at this time. Your Mother was special to me, as I spent so many of my childhood and teenage years with Martha at your house. Nancy always fed us very well and she always made me feel so welcome in your home. Sincerely, Judy"