Joan W. Parker
September 21, 1942 – September 30, 2025

Joan W. Parker, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, surrounded by her loved ones. She had just celebrated her 83rd birthday on September 21.

Born and raised in downtown Savannah, Joan grew up roller skating over cobblestone streets and playing hide-and-seek in the historic cemeteries she knew so well. She attended Cathedral Day School and St. Vincent’s Academy.

Joan spent most of her life on Tybee Island, a place she cherished deeply. In recent years, she made her home on Wilmington Island, staying close to the coast she loved so much.

She is survived by her loving husband, James W. Parker Sr.; and her children: William T. Walker Sr. and wife Wendy of Douglas, GA, James W. Parker Jr. and wife Lisa of Clyo, GA, Michelle Parker-Scott and husband Paul of Wilmington Island, GA.

She is also survived by her siblings: Brenda Boddiford, Joyce Smith, John C. Walker Jr., her grandchildren: Travis Walker, Matthew Walker (and wife Nicole), Brian Walker, Parker Roland   Denmark III (and girlfriend Kate Tennesson), her great-grandchildren: Montana Walker Howington (and husband Quinn, expecting their first child), Noah Walker, Jacob Walker.  

Also surviving her nephews: Brian Smith, Michael Dorsey, Jason Dorsey (and wife Suzanne).

Joan was preceded in death by her beloved grandson, "Terry" William T Walker Jr, and great-grandchildren, Taige Walker and Payden Walker.

A Rosary service will be held at St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 7020 Concord Road, Savannah, GA, on Wednesday, October 8th at 10:30 AM, followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM. Interment will follow at Catholic Cemetery on Wheaton Street.

In Celebration of Her Life

Joan will be remembered for her deep love of family, her coastal roots, and the joy she brought to all who knew her.
We will carry her memory with us always — during game nights and especially during our Thanksgiving shopping trips, where she’ll remain at the heart of our stories and laughter.

She is deeply missed and forever loved.