Kevin Lee Parker

Kevin “KP” Parker Life Reflections A much-loved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Kevin L. Parker, age 69, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones on January 31, 2026, in Atlanta, Georgia. Kevin was born March 1, 1956, in Madison, North Carolina. He later moved to Baltimore, Maryland, where he spent his early childhood before relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, in 1982, which he proudly called home. Kevin retired from ABF Freight after 24 years of dedicated service. He began his career as a dock worker and later advanced to a forklift operator, earning the respect of coworkers through his strong work ethic and reliability. He was a master bowler who achieved two perfect 300-game scores, both certified by the National Bowling League, earning him two championship rings. Kevin also enjoyed all sports and took great interest in staying informed and engaged in the political arena. Kevin had a natural gift for art that became one of the great joys of his life. He was widely known and deeply respected for his exceptional picture matting and framing skills, each piece reflecting his unique style, patience, and attention to detail. His work could be found throughout Georgia, including in hotels and other meaningful spaces, leaving a lasting imprint wherever it was displayed. What began as a passion in Atlanta grew into a lifelong calling. Kevin specialized in custom picture framing and, through hard work and determination, built his own successful business—one he proudly operated for more than 40 years. For over 20 years, he owned and operated an art gallery in the Global Mall, where his frames and artwork were prominently displayed. His gallery was especially meaningful to him, as it focused on celebrating Black and Indigenous Peoples of America and the stories, culture, and history they represent. Kevin took great pride in using his art to uplift his community. Today, his craftsmanship and creative spirit live on through artwork displayed in multiple states, most notably in Georgia and Maryland, serving as a lasting testament to his talent, vision, and legacy. Kevin was a proud member of New Hope Cathedral in Stockbridge, Georgia. Kevin leaves to cherish precious memories of more than five decades with his forever love, Sharon Parker. From this union were born two daughters, Shannon Boyd of Ellenwood, Georgia, and Misty (Conrad) Blades of Stockbridge, Georgia. He was a devoted grandfather to six grandchildren: Tyrek (Cherise), Diamond, Cameron, Taylor, Cory, and Samaya, and a proud great-grandfather to one great-granddaughter, Haniya, four weeks old. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Victor Parker (2019), James Parker (2019), Reginald Parker (2020); two sisters, Jeanette Jackson (2014) and Trina Harvey (2006); and stepfather, Walter Phineas. He is survived by three sisters, Judith Langley, Verna Squirrel and Sherry Dalton, all of Maryland; two aunts, Mattie McLendon and Mildred Saulsbury; one uncle, Johnnie Moore (Penn) of Maryland. He also leaves a host of loving nieces, great-nieces, nephews, great-nephews, cousins, and friends who will forever cherish his memory. Services entrusted to Gregory B. Levett & Sons Funeral Home, 4347 Flat Shoals Parkway, Decatur, GA 30034.

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Kevin Lee Parker

March 1, 1956 - January 31, 2026