Helen Claiborne Cabell Parker Obituary

Helen "Lynn" Parker Charleston - Helen "Lynn" Claiborne Cabell Parker entered into eternal rest September 9, 2015. Lynn is the daughter of Nathaniel Wilson Cabell and Jean Warley Witsell Cabell. She is survived by her devoted husband, Frank Cheatham Parker of Charleston and their 3 children: Braxton Stuart Tucker, Caroline Claiborne Parker DeVos (Richard) and Alice Cheatham Parker. She is survived by her four siblings: Nathaniel Wilson Cabell Jr., Mary Randolph Cabell Prum, John Witsell Cabell, and Thomas Leigh Cabell; and her beloved Aunt and Uncle, Mary Cabell Witsell and John Thomson Witsell. Lynn was best known for her fun sense of humor, her love for animals and her keen sense of safety. She had a penchant for words, puzzles and rhymes, particularly onomatopoeia, which she considered delectable bits best savored in an adventure. She authored a book of children's poetry, Standing On My Head (H.C. Cabell). She cherished her summers on Sullivan's Island, her family trips to Mexico and the NY World's Fair, and 5 o'clock Toddies with her Mother, Grandmother, neighbors and friends. She treasured time spent campaigning with her father and working in his law office where she witnessed firsthand his depth of character, kindness and dedication to those less fortunate. Lynn attended Charleston Day School, Moultrie High, College Prep and the College of Charleston. She was a lifelong member of St. Philips Church, where she proudly earned her 10 year Sunday School pin and sang in the Children's Choir. She was a member of The Huguenot Society, the Carolina Assembly & the Charleston County Republican Party. The majority of Lynn's life was spent devoted to her children, her greatest accomplishment. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The French Huguenot Church, 44 Queen Street, Charleston, SC 29401 or Pet Helpers, 1447 Folly Road, Charleston, SC 29412. The family wishes to extend their appreciation to Lutheran Hospice and Hospice of Charleston. All services were private. Arrangements by James A. McAlister, Inc. (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston