Foxborough Resident Keeps Son’s Spirit Alive Through Charitable Foundation
The Jeff Parker Foundation’s second annual Cherish the Champions Benefit Gala will be held Friday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. at Gillette Stadium. Tickets for the event are still available.
It’s been nearly two-and-a-half years since Jeff Parker lost his battle to melanoma at the age of 25 but his friendly and caring spirit lives on through a foundation created in his name by family and friends. “Our mission really revolves around Jeff,” said Jeff’s mother and Foxborough resident, Roberta Parker of the Jeff Parker Foundation. “He always gave back to his community. … He was just one of those people that was well known. People liked him; he was real friendly.” Inspired by Jeff, members of the Jeff Parker Foundation are committed to helping children and families affected by cancer. “We strive to give back the things that were most important to Jeff; helping families in financial need with children diagnosed with cancer or …
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