Israel Randolph Parker” Randy” was born July 31, 1960 to the late Israel “Buddy” and Iola Parker. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family and friends on September 20, 2026 at the age of 66 following a long journey with prostate cancer. He was born in Hampton Virginia graduated from Bethel high school in 1978 and Norfolk State in 1987. Israel was remembered for his love of Family and the Warmth he brought to people around him. He is survived by his wife Tresha Parker, sister Patricia James and brothers Clifton and Ronald Parker his children, Jahn, Jia, Joel, Courtland and Elizabeth “Lizzie “, and grandchildren . He was a faithful member of Carver Memorial Presbyterian Church where he served as Deacon and Trustee. He was a member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Alpha Alpha Chapter in 1988 and employed with Newport News Shipyard-Huntington Ingalls- Technical Solutions since 1979 as an engineer and Master Shipbuilder 48 years. We will carry with us his love, laughter, and many wonderful memories and stories that made Randy so special.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, October 10, 2026 at Carver Memorial Presbyterian Church, 830 - 25th Street, Newport News, VA 23607. Prior to the Memorial Service at the church on Saturday there will be a service by Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Incorporated at 10:00 A.M.  

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers. O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.