Paulette Brevard Parker

Paulette Brevard Parker, of Glen Allen, Virginia was called home on Sunday, July 18, 2010 from Henrico Doctors Hospital. She was born October 21, 1948, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Charles and Mildred Brevard. Her older brother, Charles Brevard, Jr. preceded her in death in 2008. On July 24, 1968, she married Fred W. Parker Jr., who survives. Paulette was a very caring, compassionate, and supportive person who loved having fun. A dedicated wife, mother, grandmother, aunt and friend, she cherished every moment with her family. Paulette was loved and admired by all who knew her. Paulette dedicated her life to helping others. In 1996, she graduated from Charleston Southern University with a double major in Psychology and Sociology. She received several honors to include Alpha Chi, Alpha Kappa Delta, and Psi Chi. Although she was very modest, she was gifted in her ability to help others. Prior to receiving her baccalaureate, she volunteered with several organizations and churches as well as mentoring and counseling family and friends. In 1999, she graduated from Webster University Counseling Psychology Program. She continued her dedication to help others was which was proven by her profession, and willingness to give herself completely and selflessly to anyone in need. Paulette was scheduled to graduate from Capella University in 2012, with a Ph.D. in Psychology. The focus of obtaining her doctorate was to be able to further assist others. She believed that as an equal in her profession, her influence would be greater. Her dream was to be able to help people that were unable to afford treatment regardless of their situation. Paulette firmly believed that God gave her the strength, tools, and patience to accomplish the milestones in her life. She always emphasized the importance of family and God, how without them she would not prosper. She was a Licensed Professional Counselor in South Carolina and Virginia. She was also a member of the National Board of Certified Counselors. She is survived by her loving husband, Fred W. Parker Jr.; son and daughter-in-law, Fred III and Juanita Parker of Virginia; two daughters, Melanie Parker of South Carolina and Kimberly Parker of Virginia; two grandchildren Craig, “CJ” Sabb and Ramsey Parker of South Carolina; family friend, Richard Lewis Sr. and his children, Richard Jr. and Teangelo Lewis of South Carolina.

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Paulette Brevard Parker

October 21, 1948 - July 18, 2010