Almeta "Big Mama" Parker, 85, of New Haven, departed this life November 8, 2007. She was the widow of Roosevelt Parker.
Born in Nichols, SC, December 25, 1921, she was the daughter of the late Marsden and Sarah Bell.
Mrs. Parker is survived by a daughter, Bernice Juanita Bell; a brother, Otha Bell; 8 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren; 7 great-great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.
She was predeceased by 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
A celebration of Mrs. Parker's life and legacy will be held Wednesday, November 14, 2007, at 11:00 AM at Curvin K. Council Funeral Home, 128 Dwight St., New Haven. Friends may call from 10:00-11:00 AM. Burial in Evergreen Cemetery.
