Dateline Hedding Edward A. Parker Sr. passed away peacefully on Friday January 17, 2020 at the Marcella Center located in Burlington with his loving granddaughter by his side. Ed enjoyed life and was the epitome of a gentleman farmer.  He was an amazing husband to his late wife Dorothy, a caring brother of 6 siblings, and a friend to many in his community.  He was the father of 7 children, 15 grand children and 16 great-grand children.  He enjoyed working on the farm and in the fields, contributing his friendship and assistance to his church community and spending time with friends.  In lieu of flowers, please contribute a donation in remembrance of Ed to his church, Hedding United Methodist Church PO Box 25, Columbus, NJ 08022. A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday January 25, 2020 11:00 am at the Hedding United Methodist church 2289 Old York Rd, Hedding, NJ 08505. Calling hours will be held on Friday evening from 7 to 9 pm at the funeral home and Saturday morning 10:30 am until time of the service at the church. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Florence. Arrangements are under the direct care and supervision of Robert L. Pecht, Bordentown Home for Funerals 40 Crosswicks St. Bordentown, NJ 08505. Please go to Ed’s Book of memories page at www.Bordentownhomeforfunerals.com for directions and service information, order flowers, make a donation or offer condolences to the family.