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Roy Parker, Jr.

First Name: 
Roy
Middle Name: 
Havelock
Last Name: 
Parker, Jr.
Date of Birth: 
10/24/1921
Birthplace: 
Gastonia, NC

Death Details/Burial/Memorial Services: The World War II Honor List shows that he died in a non-battle situation. Memorial service at Tabernacle ARP Church on May 26, 1946.

Age at Death: 23

Image Source: Charlotte Observer 4-9-45

Personal Details

Education Details: 
Charlotte schools graduate, NC State College studying aeronautical engineering
Biographical Notes: 
Family Details: 

Dr. and Mrs. Roy H. Parker - 104 Wayland Ave. Charlotte NC

Dr. Cecil Ward and Mrs. Parker - Charlotte, NC, Dr. L. L. Parker - Charlotte, NC

Military Details

Military Branch: 
Army Air Corps Enlisted: About 1942
Military Rank: 
First Lieutenant
Military Unit: 
test pilot and flight engineer in the states Transport pilot, Ferrying Command
KIA Date: 
3/27/1945
MIA Date: 
NA
KIA / MIA Place: 
England
Military Details: 
Columbus, MS, England
Awards: 
Wings- May 1942 - Columbus, MS
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