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Berta Louise Cummings Parker, age 81, of Frederick, MD, entered eternal life on March 6, 2013.
Berta was born on March 4, 1932, to Thomas Cummings and Willie Boswell Cummings. In 1948, she graduated from I.M. Terrell High School in Fort Worth, Texas. As a youth, she was a basketball player and cheerleader. She continued her education at Delaware State University.
Berta moved to Frederick, MD in 1954. She was employed by the Frederick County Board of Education for 26 years before her retirement in 1994. She loved children. She was a Frederick County 4-H Club leader, babysitting course instructor at South Frederick Elementary School, and the Spirit Club founder and advisor at Governor Thomas Johnson High School.
She was a member of the Asbury United Methodist Church since 1954. She served as a charter member of the Souls on Fire Gospel Choir, president of the United Methodist Women, chairwoman of the Pastor’s Parrish Committee, communion steward, usher and member of the Golden Connection Senior Fellowship. As a Frederick Memorial Hospital volunteer, she worked over 1000 hours at the patient information desk.
Berta was predeceased by her parents Thomas and Willie Boswell Cummings; a brother, Shelby Cummings; five sisters, Daisy Cummings, Grace Knight, Iola Harris, Mamie Register, and Clara Banks; and a son-in-law, Vernon Rusher, Jr.
She leaves to cherish her memory: one son, Kenyon Parker, Jr. (Marilyn) of Frederick, MD; three daughters, Gwendolyn Rusher of Richmond, TX, Beverly Parker of Pittsburg, PA, and Tamara Twitty (Craig) of Germantown, MD; five grandchildren, Dr. Dana Milbourne, Erica Parker, Vernon Rusher III, Lawrence Twitty and Omar Crawford (LaTisha); five great grandchildren; a devoted adopted daughter, Rosalind Rollins (Roger) of Frederick, MD; a lifelong friend Marjorie Ford Casey of Dothan, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
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Mel O'Neal
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Posted Wed March 06, 2013
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Aunt Bert you will be missed but never forgotten! Thank you for being the strong, intelligent, gentle, rock that made me want to be all that I could be. My deepest prayers and sympathies are with Tamara, Gwen, Beverly Kenyon, Erica, Dana, and Trey and our entire family during this very difficult time! R.I.P. Aunt Bert I Love You!
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Lisa Charity-Jones
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Posted Thu March 07, 2013
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We just learned of your mother's passing and wanted to express our condolences to the entire family. Tammy, your mother will always hold a special place in my heart because she was a part of so many wonderful memories I have of growing up in Frederick. You and your entire family are in our hearts and in our prayers during this most difficult time.
On behalf of my family,
Lisa and my parents
John and Alice Charity
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Kathy Ford
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Posted Thu March 07, 2013
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Gwen, Beverly. Kenyon and Tamara - I want to express my deepest sympathy in losing a special loved one. I pray for God will heal your hearts in days to come, but I know you have cherished memories of her life. God Bless you All.
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Donna Edwards O'Bannon
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Posted Thu March 07, 2013
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I have had the privilege of knowing Gwen and her family, including Mrs. Parker, since 1982. I share your grief. Please know that you are in my prayers. Time and prayer are great healers. Remember that while tears may last for a night, joy comes in the morning. My prayer for Gwen and her family is that your morning comes soon. May good memories of your mother keep your spirits high and do good things in her good name.
Love,
Donna and family
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Karen L. Giles
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Posted Thu March 07, 2013
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My prayers are with you and your family.The Lord knows the sorrow you feel,the comfort you'll need,the strength you'll require.Just know that we are thinking of you all today and praying the tender ministry of the Lord will comfort and strengthen you.Trust in the Lord lean not to your own understanding but acknowledge He is your GOD.
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Donna Walthall & Patricia Sigle
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Posted Fri March 08, 2013
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A mother's love will never be forgotten. She will live on forever in your heart, and her love can never be replaced. She was in good hands on earth and will be taken care of in Gods hands now. She could not have asked for a more loving and giving son. Our thoughts are with you and your family.
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Bernard Forrester
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Posted Fri March 08, 2013
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My prayers for the family to Celebrate her life and the Love she gave to them.
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Marilyn and Andrew Prather
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Posted Fri March 08, 2013
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Kenyon and family. Andrew and I send our deepest sympathy to you. We've enjoyed spending time with your Mother at your cookouts at IA. She was always smart and funny. You know that God is there to strengthen and keep you thru this difficult time. Your Mother is at peace and Loves you all.
Marilyn and Andrew
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Glynis Turner
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Posted Fri March 08, 2013
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Tamara, Daniel and I are saddened by the news of your mother's passing. Our condolences, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
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Debi
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Posted Sun March 10, 2013
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My favorite Aunt Bert...we had alot of great times together, the laughter, the great conversations, shopping for shoes(with your narrow feet) cooking my favorite cakes for you or just sharing some words of inspriational thoughts! "Do not go where the path may LEAD, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail" and that you did. You will aways be in my heart! and in the end it's not the years in your life THAT COUNTS its THE LIFE in your years! Rest in peace Aunt Bert. Love you from Neil & Sam - Love to my cousins Gwen, Bev, Tammy and Kenyon!
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Sam & Neil
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Posted Sun March 10, 2013
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Aunt Bert,
Love & miss you! Thank you for teaching mr how to fish; whoever thoght you like to touch worms.
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Paris Dixon
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Posted Thu March 14, 2013
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To the Family, I am truly sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace,
no more worries or pain. Tammy your mother was a beautiful
woman of God. He has a special, special place already for her. Just
remember that one Beautiful Day you will see her again.
Love always,
Paris Dixon and Family
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Pamela Williams-Sewell
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Posted Fri March 15, 2013
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Tammy and the Parker Family,
Just know that your mom will always be with you in spirit. Because of her commitment to you and many others and sharing her gifts of love, we have all been blessed with great memories of a great and vivacious woman. Thanks for sharing her with us all.
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Michael Smith and Family
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Posted Fri March 15, 2013
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To the Family,wanted to express our deepest sympathy and to let you all know, you are in our prayers,God bless.
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Warren and Tylise Jackson
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Posted Fri March 15, 2013
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When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure............ The Jackson family thoughts and prayers are with the Parker family in the passing of Mrs Berta Louise Parker .....may GOD comfort you during these trying times !
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Gerald and Joyce Eddings
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Posted Sat March 16, 2013
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Gwen, we are thinking and praying for you and your family during this difficult time. Our prayer is that God will provide solace to you all by reminding you of the wonderful times that you shared with your beautiful mother. She has invested in and leaves a beautiful legacy through her children and grand children. We especially pray for peace in your lives at this time.
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Tony & Carolyn
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Posted Mon March 18, 2013
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Gwen, Beverly, Kenyon & Tammy:
We wish to express our heart felt sorrow in the loss of your mother. She is in our prayers and so are you.
It has been a while since I saw your mother, but she has been in my prayers and thoughts always since my mom became sick. When my mother stayed with us, she would call from time to time. My mother particularly enjoyed hearing how she was when Jr. would email or your mother call. I would tell her all the time for a month because it was always new information to her.
But I want you to know she had a significant affect on my life. She has been in my memory since I can remember... when Gwen and Beverly were small an Jr. was a baby. She was one of those special adults that set examples and made you think. A half century ago if I did something mischievous, she didn't scold me or tell my parents (that i knew of at the time). She would ask me questions about what I did and in my embarassment I would apologize or try to make things right. This continued my whole life. She must have been a great teacher. When we would see her at my parents, before Carolyn got sick, she would ask about Carolyn's travels and when Carolyn got sick she was supportive. I always knew she cared. I want you to know we loved your mother and we love you guys.T
Tony, Carolyn, Angela,
Anthony, and Alex.
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Treva D. Barnes
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Posted Tue April 09, 2013
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My deepest sympathy to the entire family of Mrs. Berta. She was an amazing woman with a wonderful heart. My prayers are with you all. God bless you.
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